Neurodiversity in the Classroom and Inclusive Educational Strength

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We know that our classrooms are not one size fits all. It doesn’t take a special education teacher to interact on a daily basis with neurodivergent students. However, it does take a little extra effort to be proactive and understand how best to support these students. Unfortunately, many general education teachers are not extensively trained … Read more

Whole Brain Teaching and Student Engagement in the 21st Century

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The concept of Whole Brain Teaching isn’t a new one, but it also doesn’t get the attention it deserves. WBT is a teaching method that engages all parts of the brain in learning, which means students are more likely to retain information and be successful in school. It takes the learning process as we know … Read more

Creating a Classroom Management Discipline Plan

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Creating a classroom discipline plan in the present is different than it has been for generations before. While traditionally, classroom rules have laid out expectations and then had punitive, disciplinary action for not following those school rules to try and deter student misbehavior, as time marches forward it is apparent that this model doesn’t do … Read more

Classroom Behavior Discipline Strategies for K-12 Student Management

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Finding universal classroom behavior discipline techniques that are effective can be somewhat of a challenge. We have an expectation of what student behavior should look like and can identify inappropriate behavior as it happens, but as classroom teachers, how should we collectively address classroom behavior discipline problems? Truly, disciplinary action in positive learning environments really … Read more

Common Classroom Challenges in the Traditional Classroom

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A very distinct vision comes to mind when thinking of a traditional classroom in our school districts: the arrangement of the desks, the positioning of the teacher, and the location of the students. However, there are many classroom challenges that are coming to the forefront with this antiquated model of classroom development. One challenge is … Read more

How to Prevent Teacher Burnout and Avoid Symptoms of it

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Since starting Student-Centered World, I’ve had the chance to speak with educators across the teaching profession—from new teachers to veteran teachers and school leaders. Teacher stress (or “teacher tired”) is a pervasive issue that affects everyone, no matter where they are in their careers. However, the primary concern given the current teaching climate, universally, is … Read more

An Easy Blueprint for Student Engagement of K-12 and College Students

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There are many moving pieces when it comes to student engagement from the littlest of littles to our oldest of learners. However, even though it may look different depending on what age group you are looking at, the same concepts ring true over and over again. The Learning Process and Student Success It is the … Read more

What is Self-Grading in the K-12 Classroom? Easy Answers…

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I talk frequently about self-grading assignments, but sometimes that is actually moving too quickly. It is important to answer the question, “what is self-grading?” before even moving towards how to utilize it in the classroom. In knowing that answer, you can develop a self-grading system, which will work for both the teacher and the student. … Read more

What is an Engaged Learner in the Big, Epic 21st-Century?

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When teachers are attempting to determine the best plan for student engagement in their classrooms, they often find themselves asking, “what is an engaged learner?” It’s an extremely valid question because knowing what you’re working towards is a large part of the process. What is an Engaged Learner? There are a variety of different definitions … Read more