Layering Stories into Learning

Teach Better TeamBlog, Connect Better

TL;DR: Stories are windows into the soul and into our experiences. Educators should intentionally create spaces for learners to share how they view the world. Embed stories into your classroom by linking a personal story to what you are saying, allowing learners to connect their own stories to a learning experience, and allow learners to share connections with peers to … Read More

238: Eli Casaus chats with us about being a principal at Marie Hughes Elementary, where he is focused on being a true and authentic leader for his school.

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Eli Casaus chats with us about being the lead learner and principal at Marie Hughes Elementary, where he is focused on being a true and authentic leader for his school. Eli’s Recommendations EdTech Tool: Twitter Books: Becoming the Educator They Need by Robert Jackson Who to Follow on Social Media: Brandi Miller (Twitter) Russell Schwartz (Twitter) Dave Schmittou (Twitter) What’s A … Read More

Highlights of 2020: In Case You Missed It

Teach Better TeamBlog, Connect Better, Differentiate Better, Engage Better, Innovate Better, Lead Better, Lesson Plan Better, Manage Better, Reflect Better, Self Care Better, Teach Happier, Tech Better

TL;DR: This post shares highlights of Teach Better blog posts in 2020. Categories for posts include pandemic teaching, self-care, instructional strategies, conversations, growth mindset, communication, and leadership. Pandemic Teaching 3 Ways to Support Students Virtually by Chelsea Nicolino 5 Ways to Support Students and Teachers Virtually and Maintaining Rigor through Distance Learning by Chad Ostrowski Key Considerations for Educators During … Read More

The Impact of Standardized Assessments

Teach Better TeamBlog, Grade Better

TL;DR: Measuring student achievement using standardized assessments is inequitable. The story of Parks Middle School exemplifies the inequities of standardized assessments. Cheating on standardized tests led to teachers and administration guilty in court for racketeering. There’s a great opportunity now to reconsider and determine the best method to assess student progress to unlock unlimited potential. Standardized assessments is a “one … Read More