Ooch Your Way to PBL

Teach Better TeamBlog, Connect Better, Differentiate Better, Engage Better, Innovate Better, Lead Better, Lesson Plan Better, Manage Better

TL;DR: An ooch is when we conduct a small experiment to teach us more. Instead of jumping head-first into something new, take one small step first. Small steps to project-based learning can include connecting with community partners, giving students voice and choice, and utilizing structured grouping. Ooch Your Way to PBL Should you ooch?!?! The Heath Brothers say, “Yes!”’ In … Read More

I Tried the Grid Method!

Janel SebenyBlog, Connect Better, Differentiate Better, Engage Better, Lesson Plan Better, Manage Better, Mastery Done Better, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Trying The Grid Method for the first time can be intimidating. The first piece of advice for trying The Grid Method is to become a learner. Use DOK levels to advance learners in each level of a Grid. The Grid Method can allow teachers to conference with students during class more than other structures. When trying something new, don’t … Read More

The ChatGPT Debate

Teach Better TeamBlog, Differentiate Better, Engage Better, Grade Better, Innovate Better, Lesson Plan Better, Manage Better, Tech Better

TL;DR: AI has been around for a while. The use of ChatGPT is just another evolution in the classroom. Takeaways from the Teach Better Ambassador Voxer group are shared. Learn how ChatGPT answered this question: How can we use this tool to help us with teaching and learning? The ChatGPT Debate: How can we embrace AI without feeling like we … Read More

Kids Do Better When They Are Excited to Learn

Bobbie FrenchBlog, Connect Better, Differentiate Better, Engage Better, Innovate Better, Lead Better, Lesson Plan Better, Manage Better

TL;DR: Creating a culture of excitement leads to a positive learning environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. Excitement is contagious. Learn 7 ways to create an enthusiastic environment and 7 ways to create an enthusiastic lesson. Spend time laughing with your students; it is essential to creating a warm and positive classroom culture where students feel comfortable and … Read More

Move Out of Your Comfort Zone by Focusing on What You Can Control

Erik YoungmanBlog, Lead Better, Manage Better, Reflect Better, Self Care Better

TL;DR: Moving out of your comfort zone, growth, and change is a process. This blog focuses on how different frameworks connect to help us understand our controllables and the process of change and growth. The goal of this blog is to simplify the framework of moving out of your comfort zone by connecting to other frameworks that can enhance focus … Read More