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I’m a teacher. Now what do I do? There are several ways to engage learners in the classroom. Here are a few ideas if you get stuck. Additional resources: ~Mia
With the advent of the common-core standards, our thinking about how to support second language learners has become super important. While opting for services like Translation Services London is an excellent way to get one’s work translated, one also has to know more than one language fluently. Our current focus for supportive instruction may be on […]
These 50+ strategies to jumpstart your teaching brain include literacy strategies, approaches to assessment, and grouping strategies.
Embrace the 5E model and mix in hyperdocs to engage and empower new learning construction in your hyper-connected classroom.
Listening to instructions Color pencils are required for the activity. Read the sentence once and complete the instructions. This activity develops: - Auditory processing skills - Working memory - Following instructions - Color identification
Learn to plan sheltered instruction lessons by following the SIOP framework for lesson planning for ELs. SIOP lesson plans teach both content and language.
Download an 11X17 version of the Developing 21st Century Critical Thinkers Infographic by Mentoring Minds.com. Via Tom D'Amico (@TDOttawa) , ManufacturingStories, Ann Vega
As part of my summer reading this year I read the recently published book, “The Art of Coaching: Effective Strategies for School Transformation” by Elena Aguilar. Elena writes a great blog over at edweek that I enjoy reading so I knew her book would be a good one to spend some time with. She offers […]
the students write the numbers. - ESL worksheets
As the author of a book solely dedicated to retrieval practice I often get asked questions by teachers, students and parents about this teaching and learning strategy. People are also keen t…
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The following infographic offers some simple Dos-and-Don'ts for how to teach vocabulary in any content area.
I have been thinking about the lesson/unit planning process lately. This diagram has helped me in my thinking about creating worthwhile content in a logical and effective way.
A how to deconstruct standards example and template model the process of unwrapping content and skills for you.
Marzano's 9 Instructional Strategies include non-linguistic representations, generating and testing hypotheses, and summarizing.
Here is a collection of eight class discussion techniques to structure classroom discussion and ensure all students' equal participation.
The 6 Types Of Syllables plus free syllables posters! Learn what a syllable is, how to count syllables, and the 6 different types of syllables.
I've been really investigating the SAMR model lately. If you aren't familiar with the SAMR for integrating technology into the classroom, th…
Improve knowedge of vocabulary words with spelling practice from VocabularySpellingCity. Our engaging phonics games for kids help students become spelling masters.
A poster created for our English language arts and social studies departments (humanities) to use in their classroom, as well as in the library.
Full time work and doctoral studies are keeping me super busy, but finally I get a few minutes to post something on the good ol’ blog :) Here’s a little infographic I made for one of my…
Elizabeth Stein says melding the insights of Bloom's Taxonomy and the concepts of Universal Design for Learning can result in higher level student thinking.
Are boring words hurting your writing? Some words, when repetitively used, become boring for the reader. Consider using a synonym instead, which might help convey the meaning more vividly and accurately.
Research based teaching strategies you can use today with a free printable chart.
Teaching morphology can be a great way to help students with understanding unknown words, decoding multisyllabic words, and spelling.
How do you typically measure learning? Check out the infographic for ideas on how to mix and match assessment techniques for your next training program.
Effective spelling instruction emphasizes the structure of the English language. Effective spelling instruction can lead to reading success as well.
Are you confused with terms relating to eLearning? Expand your vocabulary by learning these 8 commonly used eLearning terms.
Effective spelling instruction emphasizes the structure of the English language. Effective spelling instruction can lead to reading success as well.
I recently attended a conference about teaching students with executive functioning challenges. Executive functions are a set of essential cognitive capabilities and skills typically encompassing t…
