30
Oct
2020
Engaging Students Across the Generational Divide
The world was a much different place when I was a kid. There were no smartphones or social media. Computers, for the... Read More
26
Oct
2020
A More Perfect Union: Teaching SEL During the Election
Hey, did you know 2020 is an election year? Sorry, bad joke. By now you’re probably sick of hearing about it. News... Read More
23
Oct
2020
Keep it Spooky: Using Halloween to Teach Your Students
I’ve always loved Halloween. Sure, free candy is a nice get, but I mostly love it for the ambiance. The leaves change... Read More
21
Oct
2020
A Light in the Darkness
I attended a concert recently, although the performers didn’t know it. They were collegiate musicians practicing outdoors beneath a tent; I overheard... Read More
19
Oct
2020
You Create Classroom Policy
I hate discussing the election. For the most part, I’ve tried to avoid mentioning it whenever I write a blog post. I... Read More
16
Oct
2020
Changing the Conversation: Praising Effort over Ability
Praise can be incredibly powerful. It’s that spark we see on our students’ faces when we offer a bit of useful positive... Read More
12
Oct
2020
Story Time: Building Student Engagement
One of my favorite educational tools is a YouTube channel called Extra Credits. Made up of entertainment enthusiasts, the channel is dedicated... Read More
9
Oct
2020
Take Sisyphus to School: Embracing a Growth Mindset
If you know anything about Greek mythology, you know the ancients were big fans of karmic punishment. The myth of Sisyphus, for... Read More