TL;DR: The mixed emotions with coping during quarantine. Rediscovering the “commonplace” with a new view. The truth is, an underlying anxiety has punctuated even my most positive experiences during this quarantine. A quarantine which may, in fact, still be happening by the time you read this. And though it hasn’t been all bad, I (paradoxically) sometimes feel guilty for enjoying … Read More
Let’s Get (Un)Comfortable…
TL;DR: Settling in to our comfort zone leads to stagnation. When we get outside our comfort zone, we grow and become better. Origination of “The Comfort Zone” I have always had trouble taking risks or thinking outside the box, for as long as I can remember. I often think back to my college years when it was time to choose … Read More
Next Level Hyperdocs with Google Sites
TL;DR: A quick overview of Hyperdocs. Video explanation of an integration between Google sites and Hyperdocs. One of the best ways I’ve found to help students access content is by collecting and storing resources and activities in one central location. Many of us do this through systems like Microsoft Teams or Google Classroom. We mainly link resources through the assignments. … Read More
The Power of Saying “No”
TL;DR: Learning to say “No” as a self-care strategy Engaging in positive communication with others The COVID-19 pandemic has tested us all. From students, to teachers, to administrators, to district leaders and families, we’ve all faced challenges we never thought we would see. As educators, it’s our nature to always put the needs of others first. It’s why we got … Read More
Authentic Audiences
TL;DR: The importance of valuing our students’ voices and helping them feel heard. Taking your classroom to the next level with these strategies to provide an authentic audience. Have you ever struggled to challenge your students? Have you tried to incorporate authentic audiences in your learning activities? If the teacher across the hall can do it, you can too right? … Read More