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What is Action Research? – Model Teaching
Without utilizing a technique like Action Research, you may not be certain about a solution’s effectiveness and might not be maximizing your student’s potential. Action Research is a process for teachers to reflect and evaluate their teaching practices, identify best practices in current research, and work to improve instructional and […]
What To Expect When Taking A TEFL Course
Are you thinking of teaching English abroad but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a teacher already teaching in a foreign country and want to improve your skills? Whatever your reasons, this blog is for you. We’ll take you through everything you need to know about taking a […]
“Regular Revision”: Write Less; Write Better; Rewrite Daily; Make Writing Visible
Had the pleasure of visiting a couple of really good schools in the midst of “bringing students back” over the past couple of weeks. By “bringing kids back” I mean rebuilding intellectual habits and striving to maximize quality of learning given how much kids have lost in the disrupted previous […]
Initiating Change in a New Environment – George Couros
I have said this many times, and I still believe it to this day; some of the best things that have happened to me are not going to something but leaving something. I believe this because it allows you to look at what wasn’t working or consider something new to try as […]
15 Veterans Day Videos To Inspire and Teach Kids
November is the lead-in to the holiday season. Before we get to all the turkey-eating and gift exchanges, though, the United States commemorates Veterans Day on November 11 each year. This special day honors those who served in the Armed Forces, past and present. Commemorate the holiday with students by […]
Systemic vs Pulmonary Flow, Heart Blood Flow Steps, Endocardium vs Myocardium vs Pericardium, and Systole vs Diastole [MCAT, USMLE, Biology, Medicine] –
Love is in the air, my friends! In this lesson, we explore the circulatory system and share notes as part of the study guide series. We will explore the awesome heart! Topics include Systemic vs Pulmonary Flow, Heart Blood Flow Steps, Endocardium vs Myocardium vs Pericardium, and Systole vs Diastole. […]
Box of Joy® a Hands-On Lesson in Loving the Poor Like Christ
The following blog was contributed by Cross Catholic Outreach. One of the greatest gifts of a Catholic school education is that children get to learn from an early age the beauty of the Catholic Church’s social doctrine. In fact, instilling values and moral teachings has recently been identified as one […]
Transforming Schools and Communities – imaginED
Greetings fellow imagination accomplices! Our book on imagination in leadership is ready for pre-order! (Publication date: March 24, 2023). Cultivating Imagination in Leadership: Transforming Schools and Communities provides a theoretical understanding of how imagination contributes to effective leadership, as well as practical tools all educational leaders can employ to cultivate their imaginations and […]
Simple Productivity Tips from Highly Successful People
Small changes can make a big impact on your productivity. So, don’t worry if you’re losing your New Year’s resolution drive. We often get overwhelmed by making huge goals and then get frustrated with ourselves when we fail to achieve them. The great news is making even tiny changes to […]