There is no way around it. As humans, we are going to make mistakes and we are going to hurt people. When this happens, in order to move forward, it is important to offer a sincere and meaningful apology. This does not come naturally though. We must work to apologize with sincerity and teach how to apologize to our students. Throughout our days … [Read more...] about Showing Our Students How to Apologize with Meaning
Cooperative Learning Strategies for Your History Block
Are you looking to wake up your students and bring engaging learning strategies to your history block? You have come to the right place! Read on for ideas on how to use cooperative learning strategies in your history block to engage your students and make history more interactive! Why Use Cooperative Learning Strategies in Your History … [Read more...] about Cooperative Learning Strategies for Your History Block
The Importance of Sharing Writing in the Classroom
Sharing writing in the classroom can sometimes seem like an extra task that only takes up precious time, but when we show our students their writing is valued by giving them time to share the payoff can be big! Why Students Should Be Sharing Their Writing Writing is a vulnerable task. It is also a difficult one. Many of our students struggle with … [Read more...] about The Importance of Sharing Writing in the Classroom
“Not the Answer” Critical Thinking Activity
Are you looking for a way to teach critical thinking skills to your students? Give my favorite strategy, "Not the Answer" a try! This activity builds critical thinking skills through the use of multiple choice questions. It also allows you a look inside your students' thinking. The "Not the Answer" strategy gives students the opportunity to use … [Read more...] about “Not the Answer” Critical Thinking Activity
Point of View Writing in Content Areas – To Ingegrate Writing
Have you ever used point of view writing to help students connect to their content area learning? Why not!?! Let me set the scene... You are studying the rock cycle in science. Students are bored out of their minds learning about heat and pressure. I mean, it isn't the most interesting topic, let's be honest. After you have gone over the … [Read more...] about Point of View Writing in Content Areas – To Ingegrate Writing