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How To Delete Icons From A Mac Desktop

How To Delete Icons From A Mac Desktop

TeachThought StaffAug 19, 20172 min read

It takes 2 seconds, and isn’t really ‘deleting’ them, but rather filtering the icons that Mac automatically displays.

6 Activities I Use To Build Connections With Students At The Beginning Of The Year

6 Activities I Use To Build Connections With Students At The Beginning Of The Year

TeachThought StaffAug 18, 20173 min read

I begin all classes focusing on building connections with students. I want students to learn about one another.

Critical Knowledge: 4 Domains More Important Than Academics

Critical Knowledge: 4 Domains More Important Than Academics

Terrell HeickAug 15, 20176 min read

The idea here is to clarify the kinds of critical knowledge that create actual change in the lives of students and communities.

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How I Use Automation To Differentiate Writing Instruction

TeachThought StaffAug 11, 20176 min read

It’s challenging to differentiate writing instruction for students of various abilities, especially for novice teachers.

Why Assessments Don’t Really Measure Understanding

Why Assessments Don’t Really Measure Understanding

Terrell HeickAug 8, 20177 min read

If you can show all assessment results, learners may realize that understanding is evasive, evolving, and as dynamic as their imaginations.

a project-based learning cheat sheet

A Project-Based Learning Cheat Sheet For Authentic Learning

TeachThought StaffAug 7, 20172 min read

The function of this image is to help get your own creative juices going to decide what’s most important when designing authentic PBL units.

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A Video Game Interest Inventory For Elementary Students

TeachThought StaffAug 6, 20173 min read

The purpose of this interest inventory is to help children at the elementary age express themselves by itemizing their favorite things.

16 strategies for integrating the habits of mind in the classroom

Integrating The Habits Of Mind In The Classroom

Terrell HeickAug 4, 20176 min read

How do you use the Habits of Mind in the classroom? Start with modeling, RAFT assignments, and metacognition.

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