TL;DR: A warm reminder of the network of educators you’ve built. Positive encouragement to reach out to one another during this uncertain, scary time. There are so many headlines in the news right now surrounding the coronavirus and its implications for our world, our homes, and our classrooms. These headlines can be scary. And overwhelming. And cause such discomfort. But … Read More
Episode 11: How I Stay Calm in the Face of Uncertainty
Welcome back! In all honesty, this week’s episode was not initially what I was going to record about. However, in the midst of all that is happening in the world, I felt called to share this message with each of you today.Today I’m sharing my 5 tips to remaining calm in the face of uncertainty. I’m sharing 5 steps you … Read More
5 Ways to Adjust Lessons to Promote Creative Thinking
TL;DR: The importance of creativity in the classroom. How creative thinking can increase the level of learning in your students. Five ways you can adjust or create lessons that promote creative thinking. Creativity is so valuable in our classrooms. With today’s focus on 21st century skills, thinking creatively is becoming even more important. We all know that the problems our … Read More
Involving Families in Goal Setting and Reflection
TL;DR: The value of family involvement in goal setting and reflection. A low-tech method for involving families. A technology-based reflection tool for involvement of families. When it comes to goal setting, it’s important that we make it relevant and authentic for our students. Beyond that, we also have to involve their families. “It takes a village to raise a child.” … Read More
