In the classroom, I am always looking for new ways to have students interact with one another. This is one of my favorite ways for students to find a partner to answer a quick question with and just so happens to be a cooperative learning activity, which I love! Musical Partners is a great way for students to work with one another in a quick … [Read more...] about Musical Partners – A Cooperative Learning Activity
Cooperative Learning Strategies for Any Worksheet
Worksheets are a reality in teaching. No matter how many hands-on activities we do, there will always be a time when a worksheet is necessary. A worksheet doesn't have to be a boring and tedious experience though. Instead, we can use these cooperative learning strategies for any worksheet to turn "just a worksheet," into a collaborative learning … [Read more...] about Cooperative Learning Strategies for Any Worksheet
Showing Our Students How to Apologize with Meaning
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
