Teaching Posts
Direction Instruction Versus Project-Based Learning
Direct instruction is the explicit teaching of objectives while project-based learning is more passive, ongoing, and self-directed.
What Do Other Teachers Think Of ‘Cool Teachers’?
While ‘being cool’ isn’t necessary for effective pedagogy, there is an undeniable performative component to teaching.
5 Out-Of-The Box Assessment Strategies Every Teacher Should Know
Students need access to lower-level information to then use in higher-level thinking that requires them to synthesize disparate perspectives.
A Planning Guide For Project-Based Learning In The Elementary…
This planning template for project-based learning in the elementary school classroom includes both a blank and completed example.
10 Reasons Every Teacher Needs A Professional Learning Network
A personal learning network is a group of people you connect with to learn from through their ideas, questions, backgrounds, and…
What’s A KWHLAQ Chart? Like A KWL Chart But…
A KWHL chart is a variation of a KWL graphic organizer that adds ‘How’ to the predictive and reflective process.
3 Questions To Help Make ‘Deeper Learning’ Work
Deeper learning work presents opportunities for students to wrestle with concepts, ideas, and knowledge in a culture of inquiry.
30 Reflection Prompts For Teacher Well-Being
The following metacognitive prompts can help teachers reflect on the full picture of being an educator, including their well-being.
