TL;DR: Learn to simplify life and boost productivity using the C.C.O.R.E. system: Consume, Capture, Organize, Review, Engage. Apply tools and intentional strategies to manage information, tasks, and time effectively. Adapt and personalize the system to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between work, family, and hobbies. Feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list? Struggling to remember or keep up … Read More
Think Outside the Classroom: How Outdoor Learning Enhances Education
TL;DR: Outdoor learning can positively impact physical, mental, and social-emotional health, while offering real-world connections to curriculum. Starting small with structured routines can help students transition from “play” time to “learning” time outdoors. Even simple activities, like reading or math practice, can benefit from the outdoors, encouraging curiosity, resilience, and community connection. Each day in teaching brings new opportunities, fresh … Read More
How Teach Better Supports Your Growth: 5 Benefits You’ll Love
TL;DR: Teach Better provides personalized, growth-focused professional development for educators. Unlike Edmodo, Teach Better offers comprehensive support across all aspects of teaching. Join a collaborative community designed to help educators reach their full potential. As educators, we’re always on the lookout for ways to enhance our skills and better support our students. With countless options out there, it can be … Read More
The Power of Student-Led Conferences
TL;DR: Student-led conferences empower students to take ownership of their learning and enhance communication between students, parents, and teachers. These conferences build confidence, foster self-reflection, and strengthen the teacher-student relationship. Implementing student-led conferences involves preparation, student reflection, and ongoing support. Student-led conferences are revolutionizing the traditional parent-teacher conference model. These conferences foster independence, self-reflection, and stronger connections between students, parents, … Read More
Rocking Reading: Using Music to Engage Reluctant Readers
TL;DR: Engage reluctant readers by integrating music into literacy instruction. Use body percussion and instruments to teach syllabication in a fun and interactive way. Access a video tutorial and free lesson plan to get started. Can you relate? We’ve all been there. You have a student (or five) in your class who are like “I HATE reading” . . . … Read More