How do you structure class while using the Grid?

Teach Better TeamBlog, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Mastery Learning, The Grid Method

TL;DR: Structuring class time while using The Grid Method involves incorporating a warm-up and time for goal setting, a mini-lesson, conferencing, wrap-up, and reflection. Tasks assigned to students should be relevant, meaningful, and allow them to take ownership of their learning. For folks new to The Grid Method, one of the things they struggle with most is trying to understand … Read More

What are some implementation strategies as I get started?

Rae HughartBlog, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Mastery Learning, The Grid Method

TL;DR: Some implementation strategies for The Grid Method include starting small and having a supportive network of colleagues to lean on. Allow students and stakeholders time to process this shift in your classroom and allow opportunities for them to provide feedback. With any new idea in the classroom, we must think through all of the details. Sometimes I feel like … Read More

How can I facilitate class discussions and group work?

Andrea KalchbennerBlog, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Mastery Learning, The Grid Method

TL;DR: Class discussions and group work can still be a part of a Grid Method classroom. Use your tracker, or progress monitor, to form groups for discussions or group work. The Grid Method provides opportunities for students to become leaders in the classroom. At first, using The Grid Method can seem like such a radical shift to your classroom structure … Read More

The Dream Team: Finding Your People In Education

Amanda BolonBlog, Leadership, Teach Happier

TL;DR: 10 tips to finding your people in education, including doing what is best for students, taking risks, being positive, planning and following through, and respecting others’ ideas. Having the support of colleagues can help encourage you to take more risks. The absolute last thing that someone wants is be involuntarily moved to a new grade level. Trust me, I … Read More