TL;DR: Training your mind to find gratitude can be challenging. It is especially valuable to seek out those grateful moments during difficult times. Using the app Happyfeed can help set you up for gratitude success. Sometimes I think it is ironic that I wrote a book. I say that for the reason that I loathed writing as a young boy. … Read More
EdTech Refresh
TL;DR: Spring is a great time to think about ways to refresh your classroom. Consider using Google Forms to help with grading. Google Sites can be used to create a testing hub. Flipgrid is a great way to see what students know. Danae joined Rae on the Daily Drop In to talk about tech resources to refresh your teaching. Click … Read More
Learn From My 5 Mistakes When Presenting at an Event
TL;DR: Mistakes are opportunities for growth if you learn from them. Have a backup presentation saved and/or bring notes in case something happens to your presentation plans. Invest in an adaptor that can allow your presentation to work with Mac or PC equipment. Use the microphone! You don’t want to lose your voice. Embed any video clips into the actual … Read More
Spice It Up by Being an Advocate!
TL;DR: Racism leads to damaged relationships and broken communication. Be mindful of those around you. Advocate for others. Embrace the beauty of diversity! Spice it up! Advocate for others. “Equity and Inclusion Just Got Better” Blog Reflection Questions: What is something you’re passionate about? If something goes wrong, can you advocate? Now visualize and imagine the steps you would take … Read More
Graphic Organizers
TL;DR: Graphic organizers can increase creativity and can serve as a mastery checkpoint. Graphic organizers can increase understanding of complicated concepts and are fun to make! I love using graphic organizers in my classroom. The structure and organization provided by a well-crafted graphic organizer can make complicated concepts appear simple. This is important when teaching about science topics that can seem … Read More