The homework debate continues to divide educators, parents, and students. Some advocate for practice at home, believing it solidifies learning, while others argue that homework places unnecessary stress on students and families. Before I go further, I want to note that many educators question the equity of homework in general, because we simply cannot control what students go home to, … Read More
Managing a Side Hustle Without Burning Out: Tips for Teachers
Educators are no strangers to juggling responsibilities—lesson plans, grading, meetings, and more. So, when it comes to starting or managing a side hustle, it can feel like there’s no room left in the day. But the truth is, with the right strategies and mindset, balancing a side hustle with your teaching career is not only possible but can also be … Read More
AI Skills are Becoming the New Literacy
It feels like things are changing faster than we can keep up with, doesn’t it? Particularly in education, it seems like things are moving so fast that there is no way a textbook can keep up with it all. Heck, even some of the amazing apps we’ve grown to love over the last decade don’t seem to have what it … Read More
Effective student progress monitoring with Kami and The Grid Method.
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Why Personalized Professional Development Is a Game-Changer for Teachers
TL;DR: Personalized professional development tailors growth opportunities to individual educators’ needs, improving engagement, practicality, and flexibility. This approach fosters meaningful classroom impact through coaching, self-directed learning, and actionable feedback. Personalized professional development is exactly what it sounds like—tailoring growth opportunities to fit the unique needs of each individual educator. In today’s ever-changing classroom environments, the old “one-size-fits-all” approach to professional … Read More