Failure’s Not Only An Option, It’s Preferred
I was having a conversation with a teacher today regarding quiz/test retakes; a topic on which many people have varying opinions. In our discussion, she referenced a video that another colleague had shared with her on the subject, which I asked her to forward to me as...
How are you planning to celebrate learning?
One of the reasons I love Twitter is that it is entirely on your own terms. Sometimes I have more time than others – and that determines how much time gets dedicated to perusing the latest tweets of those I follow and posting tweets of my own. After work tonight...
Relationships are the Real Deal
I had a win today. I’ve been working with a group of students who are rather high maintenance, for lack of a better description. They can be exhausting. In real life, I despise drama and avoid it at all costs. But, in my role, I’m immersed in it every day. Middle...
Expect Awesome Instead of Dreading Disaster
Think about the lessons you teach, the events you plan, or the meetings you facilitate. No matter the topic, a lot of time and effort goes into making sure they are productive and engaging. It’s not easy. With the hope of walking away having completed something...Challenging Beliefs
Monday, August 27, 2018 Homework. I know it’s a very divisive topic, so I’ll tread lightly. While I know that opinions are strong, I also know that thinking changes over time. Mine certainly has. When I first started teaching, I assigned a lot of homework. I believed...
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