Gifted students in the classroom can sometimes be a challenge. But, here are some ways to excite, challenge and inspire them!
Differentiation and scaffolding can help students better understand and learn. Here are teaching ideas and tips to use in class.
The workshop model is a great way to differentiate your instruction for all learners in your classroom. This post focuses on workshop for gifted students.
The Importance of a Challenge for GT Science Students There are usually one or two…and sometimes a whole cluster! I love the GT kids. We must remember to make special considerations with them in the science classroom. While the gifted and talented student may be a “teacher’s helper” at times and lead their groups, it ... Read more
This worksheet is the perfect ice-breaker for EFL-ESL students! This All About Me poster enables you to do a complete lesson on
Using the icons of Depth and Complexity without a strong task statement is a mistake. The task statement needs a strong through-line to the element, as well.
Teaching with depth and complexity requires your students to think critically and problem solve. Students must explain and justify their thinking.
Last year, my journalism students created a podcast. None of us had any experience with podcasting and there was quite a bit of trial and error, but it was easily one of the coolest things I’ve been involved with as a teacher. Here’s everything you need to know about that experience.
An ESL teacher has a unique job in that s/he has to fulfill a great variety of roles on a daily basis. The four main ones are described in this article.
News flash: Correcting nonstandard dialects doesn't really help students learn to speak or write in formal English. So should teachers just let kids talk (and write) how they want?
This technique puts five students in the hot seat to debate a question while the rest of the class watches and takes notes.
Every English language arts teacher needs a variety of successful, student led discussion strategies that will provide opportunities for student learning.
Literary criticism is challenging for students. But using familiar lyrics from Taylor Swift can help demystify complex literary lenses!
English teachers, increase student engagement with these seven free online discussion tools to support and transform student discussion.
Learn how to do differentiated instruction using PBL, a high-interest teaching strategy! Lots of classroom examples and links to resources & videos.
It’s so helpful to see ideas from real, live teachers. I’m so excited to share these ideas with you for differentiating for the unique nature & needs of gifted students. The teacher I’m highlighting is Susan Day, a teacher at Fairview Middle School in Bremerton, Washington. I think we can all get ideas from what ... Read more
Parents & Teachers- 2e or Twice Exceptional students are complex kids who are GIFTED & HAVE LEARNING CHALLENGES (adhd, asd, dyslexia, executive function etc
A few years ago, the staff at my school began learning about inquiry research. We used the book, Comprehension & Collaboration: Inqu...
Quite often we’ll ask children to “Put your thinking cap on”. Empowering learners with the skills to think creatively and critically is a gift which we can facilitate as teachers.…
Save time and energy by using Khan Academy to simplify your day - 7 ways to implement Khan Academy as a resource for students and math teachers.
Anyone who knows me, reads this blog, or uses my resources knows that I am passionate about differentiation. I think that is because I grew ...
"If I Built a School STEM Challenge" - Carly and Adam blog post provides exciting and creative STEM activities for kids. Discover fun ways to engage children in STEM learning and boost their scientific knowledge. Perfect for educators, parents, and caregivers. Explore now! #STEMchallenge
If we know what works to motivate students, why are so many students still unmotivated? These five questions will help you determine if your practice is really in line with research.
