What are the secrets to student engagement? The secrets are rooted in neuroscience. How the brain works, why we get curious and why we procrastinate all play a roll in how and why some students are engaged in learning and others are not. I will provide practical tips for teachers…
Let's talk about six effective strategies to enhance student engagement in the classroom. This lesson launch pattern will teach expected engagement, reduce confusion, support learning independence and eliminate fear in your students. Start each lesson with open-ended questions. Provide clear examples of what the student is working toward. Review available…
As a mentor, there are so many things teachers ask. I have organized an ABC Teacher Tip list. Teacher Tips Organized A - Aquire. At the beginning of the year it is important to acquire all the relevant information about your students. Certainly you will need contact information and any…
Task cards are single tasks or questions on a smaller piece of paper. You could think of them as single-question worksheets. Cards can be on any topic, subject, or difficulty level. I have task cards for math, writing, reading and social studies. Task Cards – What are task cards and…
Student sleep needs are not being met. School-age children need more sleep than we might think. Going to bed with devices, games, and television can keep them from falling asleep and affect the quality of sleep they get. This can cause health and learning problems. Why Student Sleep Needs Matter…
Students who refuse to work is heartbreaking, but there are ways that we can motivate students. I believe with all my cells that students really can learn anything they want to learn. But, when they refuse to work, or refuse to try I know it won't happen. Motivating students to…