Standards-Based Grading is a HOT topic right now as educators evaluate what the term “grading” means in the classroom. As grades continue to dictate a student’s ability to be accepted into a university, qualify them for specific career paths, and award financial support, administrators, teachers, and parents have begun taking a special interest in the ideal equation for a “perfect … Read More
7 Ways to Increase Student Success
As you read this you probably have a lot of ideas floating through your head about the amazing learning activities you’re going to experience with your students. Whether it is an idea you read about in an article, something a colleague of yours has tried, or an awesome PD session you’ve attended, it’s time to put those concepts into action! Regardless of … Read More
Curriculum Compacting- Six Steps to Make it Work
You now know all about the what and the why of curriculum compacting (and if you don’t check out Part 1 and Part 2 of this series). Next, it’s time to talk about how to make it actually work in your classroom with your students and your unique situation. Start at the Standards Your first step, whether you are curriculum … Read More
Small Ways to Involve Your Community in Learning (Video)
Rae Hughart shares ways you can involve your community in learning. Hey guys! It’s Rae. I wanted to do a quick video today on small ways to involve your community in learning. Now as you know, I do big internships that my students take on to learn their content, and that is a great way to involve your community, however … Read More
The Power of Formative Assessment (Video)
Chad discusses the power of using formative assessment in your classroom to improve student success.