Teaching Posts
Data-Driven Teaching? The Unit Isn’t Doing You Any Favors
If we insist on outcomes-based, data-driven teaching, the traditional unit—at least in its current guise—has no business in our classrooms.Â
20 Classroom Setups That Promote Thinking
How can you setup a classroom to promote thinking and creativity?
What Happens When Teachers Connect
When one teacher meets another, they exchange ideas. Comparing and finding common ground and learning new things is nearly automatic.
How To Get Fired As A Teacher
Whatever the reason, if you want to get fired as a teacher, it’s not as easy as you’d think. In fact,…
The Most Important Question Every Assessment Should Answer
Whether a formal test or an informal observation, the most important question every assessment should answer is, ‘What now?’
The Difference Between Assessment Of And Assessment For Learning
Assessment for learning is commonly referred to as formative assessment–that is, assessment designed to inform instruction.
Teachers, It’s Time To Talk About Your Stress
Modeling self-care and taking definitive steps to maintain a healthy lifestyle will ensure that our bodies are fighting the impact of…
8 Things Every Teacher Needs In Order To Grow
Humility, vision, a sense of humor, and a strong foundation in pedagogical skills are among the things every teacher needs to…
