Research shows daily student reflection and goal setting has positive effects on students. The missing piece of implementing reflection and goal setting in many classrooms is student ownership. Allowing students to choose the medium used, providing open-ended questions, sharing (some) of that reflection with stakeholders, embedding it into routine to make it a habit, reflection checks, and reflection on the … Read More
Mastering the “Gray Area” Transition to Standards-Based Grading
Have you considered the “gray area” during the transition from a traditional grade book to Standards-Based Grading? It can take multiple years for an effective shift to Standards-Based Grading for grade books and feedback provided in the classroom. As districts navigate the transition, there is a lot to think out, plan out, and put into practice. So, how do teachers manage in … Read More
Preparing Your Students for Digital Citizenship (video)
Are you preparing your students for digital citizenship? Full transcript below video. Video Transcript Hey everyone! My name is Rae on the Teach Better Team, and we are talking Digital Citizenship and how to set that up in your classroom really effectively. Now before we get too much into the details, if you have not subscribed to our Teach Better … Read More
How to Make This School Year Your Best Ever (video)
Will this be your best school year ever? Full transcript below video. Video Transcript Alright, the question I ask myself every single year that I’m about to ask you is, how are you going to make this year awesome? Better than ever, how are you going to make this year your favorite year that you’ve ever had? Now, it’s very … Read More
3 Ways To Increase Student Motivation In Your Classroom
Let’s talk about how to motivate students in the classroom! Now, as every teacher knows, instilling motivation in student work can be a tedious task. With our ever changing world, students’ interests and needs continue to be a never-ending puzzle teachers strive to accomplish. Of course, personalized learning can truly support students motivation by allowing students to learn what and … Read More
