TL;DR: It is important that educators don’t mistake the model of learning in the past year as true blended learning. When blended learning is implemented properly, educator stress levels will decrease and student success levels will increase. I began teaching with a blended learning approach before anybody really knew what it was. I had always been intrigued by flipping my … Read More
The Time is NOW to Reframe ‘Misbehavior’
TL;DR: Reframe misbehavior by understanding behaviors may actually be attempts to adapt to stressful situations. We should identify and reduce stressors instead of waiting for them to occur and reacting to them. Gain trust by first demonstrating that YOU are trustworthy. Companioning others through stressful times helps us grow trust, strengthen relationships, and better serve families and communities. Educators devote … Read More
248: Tyson Gardin chats with us about serving as an instructional leader for his school district and his mission of improving equity, inclusion and student achievement
Tyson Gardin chats with us about serving as an instructional leader for his school district and his mission of improving equity, inclusion and student achievement. Tyson’s Recommendations EdTech Tool: Microsoft Teams Books: The Assistant Principal 50 by Baruti K. Kafele Who to Follow on Social Media: Dr. Basil Martin (Twitter) Brad Hughes (Twitter) What’s A Good YouTube Channel, Podcast or Website … Read More
Episode 4 | Featuring Michelle Clark
Michelle Clark, also known as the Cardboard High-Five Teacher, was born and raised in Long Island, New York. She is now in her 11th year as a special education teacher near Richmond, Virginia, USA. Michelle’s blog, Social Distant Classroom, captures the learning of her Summer School team as they took their first steps in face-to-face learning following school closure in … Read More
The Time is NOW to Invest in Self-Care
TL;DR: Education is a personal profession that requires empathy and energy, so it is crucial that we take care of ourselves so that we can take care of others. It is essential to pay attention to, advocate for, and be strategic in addressing our needs upstream. Staying connected is crucial to our health and well-being. We need to be intentional … Read More
