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From Tammy Fisch (school.of.fisch) on Instagram: This was a great way to start our day and end the week. I love getting a glimpse into my students’ minds.

From Tammy Fisch (school.of.fisch) on Instagram: This was a great way to start our day and end the week. I love getting a glimpse into my students’ minds.

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From math_makes_sense on IG: “FACTORING makes so much sense with algebra tiles and the area model!! 💡🧠”

From math_makes_sense on IG: “FACTORING makes so much sense with algebra tiles and the area model!! 💡🧠”

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Far too many popular strategies for teaching reading are not actually supported by research. We sifted through to find the ones that are most effective.

Far too many popular strategies for teaching reading are not actually supported by research. We sifted through to find the ones that are most effective.

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The research is clear: Let the children play—and not just during the summertime! If you want smart, healthy, well-rounded children, it pays to invest in recess.

The research is clear: Let the children play—and not just during the summertime! If you want smart, healthy, well-rounded children, it pays to invest in recess.

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"When I like the teacher, I want to do their work. And I'll be like, 'I can learn this.'" Students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn, research shows. #HowLearningHappens

"When I like the teacher, I want to do their work. And I'll be like, 'I can learn this.'" Students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn, research shows. #HowLearningHappens

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Humans are hardwired to forget. But strategies like peer-to-peer explanations, regular review, and interleaving can boost retention, research shows.

Humans are hardwired to forget. But strategies like peer-to-peer explanations, regular review, and interleaving can boost retention, research shows.

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“Some kids think faster than others, but that doesn’t mean that the kids who aren’t as fast don’t understand.” This instructional strategy encourages more children to participate in class discussions. 👍

“Some kids think faster than others, but that doesn’t mean that the kids who aren’t as fast don’t understand.” This instructional strategy encourages more children to participate in class discussions. 👍

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Executive function remains one of the most reliable predictors of success in academics—and in life. Here's the research on what it is, and how to cultivate it. ✈️

Executive function remains one of the most reliable predictors of success in academics—and in life. Here's the research on what it is, and how to cultivate it. ✈️

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“Language is tied to identity. You don't have to give up your identity of who you are in order to learn English.” says newcomers teacher Efraín Tovar.

“Language is tied to identity. You don't have to give up your identity of who you are in order to learn English.” says newcomers teacher Efraín Tovar.

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A student struggling with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) can be disruptive to the class, but these strategies can help. 🧡

A student struggling with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) can be disruptive to the class, but these strategies can help. 🧡

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Your classroom is your domain. This year, consider setting it up in a way that works FOR you instead of against you—no matter your level of resources or amount of space. ✨

Your classroom is your domain. This year, consider setting it up in a way that works FOR you instead of against you—no matter your level of resources or amount of space. ✨

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A high school teacher found he could build a stronger classroom community in less than one minute each day—with a simple activity called Daily Dedications!

A high school teacher found he could build a stronger classroom community in less than one minute each day—with a simple activity called Daily Dedications!

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How can you keep track of every student's strengths and needs to inform your curriculum planning? Dr. Jorge Valenzuela suggests trying a simple visual tool called an empathy map!

How can you keep track of every student's strengths and needs to inform your curriculum planning? Dr. Jorge Valenzuela suggests trying a simple visual tool called an empathy map!

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Want your students to really remember something? Ask them to draw it out! ✍️

Want your students to really remember something? Ask them to draw it out! ✍️

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Tiny whiteboards + collaborative team activity + fast-paced competition = a super engaging informal assessment! 🙌

Tiny whiteboards + collaborative team activity + fast-paced competition = a super engaging informal assessment! 🙌

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Say "Hello!" Research shows the power of greeting students at your door. 👋

Say "Hello!" Research shows the power of greeting students at your door. 👋

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Here's a classroom strategy for explicitly teaching your students an imperative executive function skill: how to prioritize tasks.

Here's a classroom strategy for explicitly teaching your students an imperative executive function skill: how to prioritize tasks.

116,597 Aufrufe • vor 2 Jahren

You *can* finish each class as strongly as you started it. Try optimistic closures, which allow students to connect, reflect, and look forward as you wrap for the day. 💫

You can finish each class as strongly as you started it. Try optimistic closures, which allow students to connect, reflect, and look forward as you wrap for the day. 💫

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In this 60-second strategy, kids practice giving and receiving constructive peer feedback with a simple 3-step activity.

In this 60-second strategy, kids practice giving and receiving constructive peer feedback with a simple 3-step activity.

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Putting Maslow Before Bloom can help students flourish socially, emotionally, and academically—especially when you weave it throughout the school day. 🌱

Putting Maslow Before Bloom can help students flourish socially, emotionally, and academically—especially when you weave it throughout the school day. 🌱

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It's the perfect time to celebrate accomplishments, recognize growth, and embrace the potential of what lies ahead. ✨ #EndofSchool

It's the perfect time to celebrate accomplishments, recognize growth, and embrace the potential of what lies ahead. ✨ #EndofSchool

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How did a school with a large population of #ELLs who start kindergarten with little or no English get kids reaching proficiency by 3rd or 4th grade? Watch to learn the strategies they used! 💫

How did a school with a large population of #ELLs who start kindergarten with little or no English get kids reaching proficiency by 3rd or 4th grade? Watch to learn the strategies they used! 💫

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