TL;DR: We all need to take a moment to recognize the little things. Take a moment of gratitude for yourself. Because there is almost always a lag time in publishing and because my current reality is changing sometimes by the hour, I don’t know where the world will be when you read this. But as I sit here typing, my … Read More
Gamification: Show Me The Evidence!
TL;DR: The difference between playing games and gamification. Elements of gamification… that are also best practices of pedagogy. Research & evidence that supports using gamification for student success. As a teacher of a fully-gamified class, I often hear phrases such as, “That’s really cool, but how do you know the system is working?” Most of the time this involves a … Read More
The Catch 22 of being a Remote Teacher and Parent
TL;DR: Working from home seemed to good to be true… and it was. Balancing being a teacher and being a parent during Covid19. The “work from home” dream comes true – or does it? I have several friends who have worked from home for years, and I’m not going to lie – I was very envious. The thought of wearing … Read More
Covid19 – A Game Changer in Education
TL;DR: Covid19 has changed our educational system rapidly, and in a big way. A list of resources for districts and teachers. Resources for mental health and stress relief. Covid19 is a game changer unlike any we’ve ever seen. Just look around you. Streets are empty; stores are closed. Parents are with their kids, working from home. Covid19 changed the way … Read More
It’s Okay to Laugh & Smile Right Now
TL;DR: A smile can go a long way. Social distancing doesn’t mean we can’t check in with each other and spread kindness. My wife and I were at the grocery store this morning and as you probably know, it was awkward and people weren’t overly personable. Katy and I smile quite often, and laughter has always been a huge part … Read More