As someone who often feels like a “bull moose in a china shop” when it comes to making changes, I know how tempting it is to push for swift adjustments in the name of improvement.…
The purpose of this post stems from a time I visited Mount Rushmore. Gazing up, you’re confronted with images of our founding fathers, depicted on a literally “larger than life” scale, which can feel quite…
As teachers, we’re not only tasked with grading students’ work but also with providing them with the necessary tools to enhance their learning. One of the most potent tools at our disposal is feedback. If…
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly sophisticated, it has found its way into various aspects of our lives. One such area is education, particularly in essay writing. With advancements in AI…
The idea of an ‘authentic’ writing assignment conveys a sense of purpose beyond meeting a criterion. Authenticity in writing draws from real-world contexts, invoking an intent to communicate, persuade or inform an audience beyond the…
I have been continually frustrated with students not reading. It is about building stamina for reading. I am analyzing a few articles and this is the first one I am pulling some ideas from. As…
After the closure of Gavit Middle High School, a surprising discovery awaited us—a collection of old, worn-out band instruments. Intrigued by their potential, I decided to bring them home and transform my garage into an…
I have made an exciting decision to embark on a fresh summer project that fills me with enthusiasm. Introducing “Animated History,” a website I have personally developed with a singular mission in mind. Animated History…
I am not a huge fan of Google Classroom. I simply find it utilitarian at best. However, the widespread adoption of it has caused me to write up some specific tricks to overcome many of…
I have been struggling for years on how to implement mastery-based learning in a social studies class. How can I support students in different areas at any given time? I have been collecting and reading…