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Avoiding the Late-Autumn Slump
The late-autumn slump can dampen both teacher and student motivation. Learn effective strategies to stay energized and engaged as you tackle this challenging time of the school year.
From General Education to Special Education: Strengthening Co-Teaching and Advocacy
After transitioning from general education to special education, I’ve found new ways to support co-teaching partnerships. From advocating for marginalized students to crafting practical IEPs, here’s how we can build inclusive classrooms together.
Understanding the Role of an Instructional Coach: 5 Key Responsibilities
Instructional coaches play a crucial role in enhancing teacher effectiveness by facilitating professional learning, providing feedback, offering resources, promoting collaboration, and guiding data-driven instruction.
Using Preassessment Data: 5 Key Steps for Teachers to Drive Student Success
Maximize the impact of preassessment data in your teaching approach. Learn key strategies for analyzing student data, tailoring lessons, setting goals, grouping students, and improving communication with parents.
5 High-Impact Tips for New Teachers: How to Start Strong in the Classroom
New to teaching? These five high-impact strategies will help you build strong relationships, manage your classroom effectively, and prioritize self-care, ensuring a successful start to your teaching career.
Are Students Really Disrespectful? Understanding Generational Differences
Is student disrespect on the rise, or is it simply a generational shift in how respect is understood? This article dives into how respect differs across generations and offers practical tips for educators to bridge the gap.
Reinforcing Expectations and Routines
Welcome back to our blog series on effective classroom management. In this installment, we focus on reinforcing expectations and routines throughout...
Creating a School-Wide Classroom Management System: A Unified Approach for Success
In our latest blog post, we explore the essential steps to create a school-wide classroom management system. Learn how to establish a clear vision, involve all stakeholders, and provide ongoing support to ensure consistency and promote student success.
Establishing Expectations and Routines
Welcome back to our blog series on effective classroom management. In this installment, we focus on one of the most critical aspects of classroom...
Relationships: The Most Powerful Classroom Management Tool in a Teacher’s Toolbox
Classroom management is crucial for effective teaching, and the most powerful tool in a teacher’s toolbox is building strong, positive relationships with students. Learn how understanding, empathy, and consistency can create a supportive learning environment and improve student behavior and achievement.