Why Start Podcasting?

Dana GoodierBlog, Classroom Management, Innovation, Leadership, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Plan your podcast’s length, guest criteria, and distribution channels to increase chances of success beyond 10 episodes. Consider your social media presence and marketing strategy to effectively reach and engage with your target audience. Decide on the episode release format (seasonal or continuous) and allocate time wisely, considering potential collaboration and outsourcing options. You may wonder if you should … Read More

Teaching Students to Tackle Problem-Solving

Lisa JonesBlog, Classroom Management, Innovation, Lesson Planning, Reflect Better, Student Engagement

TL;DR: Teach problem-solving through engaging challenges in middle school career technical education. Daily prompts require students to restate problems in their own words before attempting solutions. Shift from large projects to 1 to 2-day mini-challenges, enhancing student engagement and managing activities more effectively. One of the skills I’ve noticed that many students struggle with is problem-solving. Often, when you give … Read More

Look What Popped Up!

Suzanne DaileyBlog, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Use everyday photo memories to connect with loved ones. Share screengrabs with specific memories via text. Recall stories, strengthen ties, and create micro-moments of joy. When we reflect on the past holiday season, many of us may recall beautifully extraordinary gestures that showed others how much they mean to us. As we usher in this first week of a … Read More

Revamping Education for 2024 and Beyond: A Blueprint for Change

Aaron ElseBlog, Innovation, Leadership

TL;DR: Update education for 2024 with personalized learning, tech integration, and soft skills. Shift towards project-based learning & global citizenship. Reduce disparities, involve parents, and broaden evaluation methods. Introduction Education is the cornerstone of society’s progress. As we approach 2024, it is crucial to reassess and revamp our education systems to meet the evolving needs of the 21st century. In … Read More

Unpacking Teacher Attendance: Strategies & Long-Term Solutions – School Administrators Mastermind

Joshua StamperAdministrator Mastermind Recaps, Blog, Leadership

Admin Mastermind Recap, Teach Better

Unpacking Teacher Attendance: Strategies & Long-Term Solutions Welcome to a riveting recap of our recent Admin Mastermind discussion, where we delved into the complex and critical issue of teacher attendance. The questions and answers shared during this session paint a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities within our school communities. Current State of Teacher Attendance: We began by assessing … Read More