As teachers, we so often rely on our own experience each year that passes in the classroom when it comes to developing lesson plan ideas. Once 2020 hit, the entire dynamic of education and what that means for the classroom… Read moreLesson Plan Template Ideas for Any Classroom
Whether or not the concept of distance learning, blended learning, hybrid learning, or any of the other buzz words surrounding some type of digital education ever interested you, 2020 thrust many teachers into some type of model that took them… Read moreDistance Learning from Start to Finish
We are in a weird time in education. Not only are the pressures on the profession at an all-time high, but teachers by nature put their heart and soul into their work 24/7 while the school year is in session… Read moreThe Ultimate Guide to Teacher Self-Care Ideas and Preventing Burnout
One thing so many teachers take pride in is their classroom environment. There are so many tangible k 12 classroom supplies that can turn your room into the student-centered learning oasis of your dreams. The importance of classroom decoration should… Read more10 Teacher Supplies YOU NEED for Your Student-Centered Classroom
If you’ve ever wondered if your administrator has a distinct plan for what to look for when observing a teacher, you’re not alone. Sometimes they are very specific in their “observing teachers in the classroom checklist” and their expectations, and… Read moreClassroom Observation Tips to Wow Any Administrator
When it comes to the concept of student-led conferences, I never had a full first-hand experience with one until this school year. As a high-school teacher, we never have set parent-teacher conferences like younger grades do. I would, however, have… Read moreUtilizing a Student-Led Conference
Every teacher, no matter their grade level, will have at least one run in per year with a parent-teacher conference. In the younger grades we know these are often scheduled en masse so parents can have a vested interaction with… Read moreTips for a Parent-Teacher Conference with a Free Form
The advantages of learner-centered teaching and the effects of student-centered learning far surpass any concerns one should have about implementing this model of instruction. The characteristics of the learner-centered approach are distinct, yet easily manageable if applied properly. If you’re… Read moreEffects of Student-Centered Learning and the Benefits According to Data
Whether it’s your first year teaching or retirement is on the horizon, picking a classroom layout is always one of the first things to consider when designing a classroom setup. There are so many variables to consider when developing classroom… Read moreDeciphering Classroom Setup and Classroom Theme Ideas
Has the art of teaching empathy gone by the wayside? In this day in age, it can be argued that the exact opposite is true and we need now, more than ever, to teach our children why empathy is important…. Read moreTeaching Kids Why Empathy is Important