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Collaboration and Communication

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May 8, 2019 Let's Talk! Practical Strategies for Student Collaboration

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Many hands make light work.” It’s a reminder that even the most daunting tasks can be accomplished with a…

May 1, 2019 PBL: Getting Started & the Amazing Things You Can Expect

I’m all about tradition—those cherished practices, beliefs, and rituals passed down from one generation to another. Maybe for you that would be dinner together at…

March 4, 2019 “A” Is for Authentic: Teaching and Learning in the Real World

Have you noticed how small children love to pretend they are grown-ups? They bake in the kitchen center, fly airplanes, and dress up like pirates.…

February 13, 2019 A Grocery Store Moment: Giving Students Voice and Choice

A jar of mustard…that’s all I wanted on a recent stop at my favorite grocery store. A pretty basic item. I thought I’d run in,…

December 12, 2018 Student Engagement Strategies

We need to talk about goldfish. Though often considered the most boring of pets, these fascinating little fish actually have a long history of being…

October 31, 2018 Empathy in Your Classroom: Why Should You Care?

[caption id="attachment_7745" align="alignright" width="202"] Inside Out © Disney PIXAR[/caption] Which do you believe is more important, greatness or kindness? Not too long ago, the Harvard…

June 13, 2017 What Great Teachers Do in the Summer

What do you think the most effective teachers do during their summer break? A) Read professional books and attends education conferences B) Develop engaging lesson plans…

February 16, 2017 I Have a Secret

Curiosity is an intrinsic characteristic of humanity. It’s what propels babies to put everything in their mouths, and why we wrap presents. As we grow…