EduTip 6: Try a tiered activity for simple di...

We've reached part 3 of our Back to Basics series on unit planning! Last episode, we built the assessment plan for our sample unit that included diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments. Now it's time to choose the learning activities that will move students toward succes ...  Show more

It's part 2 of our Back to Basics series on unit planning! Last episode, we looked at the overall process and started by setting measurable objectives for a sample unit. Now we're going to design a unit assessment plan that includes diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment ...  Show more

Learn how to create a mission statement for your classroom community in this episode.   For more teaching tips visit outofthisworldliteracy.com For free live trainings in literacy instruction, visit jenbengelwebinars.com 

We all want students to be self-directed in their learning and take initiative to figure things out for themselves. We want them to think critically and engage in the struggle of understanding so they come out on the other side truly owning their own learning, ideas, and belie ...

In this episode I share 5 tips for systems you can use in your classroom. These tips can help you delegate more effectively. In other words, if you are like me and have a hard time giving up responsibility, I’ve got some suggestions for you (and me). The tips will also help you s ...  Show more

<span id="docs-internal-guid-1a04317f-e3d1-c37e-ca76-0ba6c99d07ec"><span style="font-size: 15px; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: transparent;">You’re a teacher, not a tester. In this episode, you’ll learn strategies for st ...