TL;DR: Trying a new idea can be intimidating when considering all the potential ways it could fail. Implement your new idea by visualizing the lesson, making predictions, finding your people, and being open to challenges and feedback. If you’re anything like me, you are always thinking. Thinking about anything and everything. It’s hard for me to focus at times—or even … Read More
What Do You Do With An Idea?
TL;DR: This post shares steps on how to move an idea from thought to reality. Brainstorm and research, tell, debug and show your story, and find a thought partner. Several years ago, I worked in a school district that gave every elementary teacher in the district an allotment of $500 to be used for classroom supplies. This money could be … Read More
Setting Up the Space to Foster Your New Idea
TL;DR: Choosing the right work atmosphere can add a beautiful spin on your solution-seeking mindset. Rae shares an activity you can participate in to narrow down your best work environment to foster your new idea. When the topic of “Implementing a New Idea” was recommended as a theme of Daily Drop In for the first week of the Morning Show … Read More
It’s Always the Right Time
TL;DR: There are lessons still to be learned as a seasoned educator. We can grow and learn together. It’s always the right time to grow your skills, connect, be inspired, get to know yourself, and ask for help. As a new educator, I had great respect for my seasoned colleagues. Most of them seemed to be experts. I saw their … Read More
Social Media Network Series
Social Media Network Series Overview In the Social Media Network Blog Series, you’ll learn simple tips and tricks to ensure you are sharing the right message with your network. You will learn ways to grow your network and make connections with others in the world of education! Make sure to check out the course in the Teach Better Academy to … Read More