I know, I know! The word “sneaky” has such a negative connotation. Typically, if you are “sneaking” something you are trying to hide your actions…to avoid confrontation or to bypass getting in trouble. Have you ever had a teacher or mentor in your life that was so good at their craft, it didn’t feel like […]
Archives for October 2016
Teacher Rock Star Stephen Chamberlin
Steve, in his 17th year as an educator, is my November Teacher Rock Star for may reasons. Read on to hear the advice he has for online students as well as some of the unique intricacies of teaching online high school students.
Meet Little Robot Friends: a MUST Have for Teaching Coding and Electronics
Not only are LRF ADORABLE, they are super charged to teach kids coding and electronics in a way that doesn’t even seem like learning. They come in three shapes and have limitless possibilities to customize them. From left to right, check out Spikey, Ghosty, and Curvy!
A Framework for Evaluating Web Tools
As educational technology burgeons in the K-12 setting, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to decide which tools belong in your classrooms and school divisions. Furthermore, it’s likely that when looking for a tool to meet a learning goal, you will find more than one option. How do you decipher which technology is the best for your students?
Three Tech Tools to Make Learning Grammar Fun
Let’s be real….teachers rarely enjoy teaching grammar. I am often asked by teachers, “how can I make grammar more fun and engaging in my class?” The answer is not, “it’s impossible, it can’t be done!” Of course it can be done! Some of my favorite tech tools out actually assist students with practicing grammar in a […]