11 Tips for Learning How to Be a Nurse
contributed by Ronald McCarthy Embarking on the path to becoming a nurse is a commendable journey, filled with challenges, learning experiences, and profound personal and professional growth. Nursing is not just a career but a calling that requires compassion, resilience,…
What To Do With A Student
What Do You Do With A Student? by Terry Heick Say you’ve got some students. Two or 122. Doesn’t matter–they’re there. What should you do with them? Oh, lots. There is a lot to consider. First, you have to see them. Really…
New Learning: Characteristics Of An Innovative Classroom
by Terry Heick Before the ideas, let me preface this by acknowledging that many of these–if not most–aren’t feasible in most classrooms and schools. I taught for years and tried to shoehorn ideas like this into my teaching, and it…
10 Signs Of Plagiarism Every Teacher Should Know
Plagiarism is usually fairly easy to spot in a small class with students you work with daily. Students suddenly write–and sound–much different than they have in the past, or interject insights and ideas that sound nothing like you’ve ever heard…
50 Of The Most Inspirational Quotes About Life
50 Inspirational And Motivational Quotes by TeachThought Staff What are some of the most inspirational quotes about life? Well, that depends on what kind of inspiration you’re looking for. Life quotes range across the human condition, from suffering to possibility,…
What’s The Writing Process?
What is the writing process? The writing process is a sequence of strategies to plan, write, and ultimately publish a polished, accurate, well-organized piece of writing. It is a critical practice–and concept–for students to master. As a sequence of ‘priorities’…
What Is The Purpose Of Assessment?
by Terry Heick What is the purpose of assessment? The purpose of assessment depends on a range of factors, of course. Broadly speaking, the purpose can be whatever the teacher wants it to be. Like pacing guides, apps, books, and…