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Back to SearchEduTip 13: Add novelty to boost learning.
Adding an unexpected ingredient to a lesson makes students more likely to remember the thing they were supposed to learn.
You can find full written v…
3 years, 9 months ago
191: In Support of Trans Athlete Inclusion in Women's Sports
Whether or not you're involved in athletics, all teachers will have transgender students in their classrooms, and understanding the issues that impac…
3 years, 10 months ago
190: Why so many teachers are leaving, and why others stay.
Teachers are leaving the classroom in larger numbers than ever, and many are breaking contracts mid-year just to get out. What can school leaders do …
3 years, 10 months ago
EduTip 12: Model EVERYTHING.
There are so many things we ask our students to do in school that they would do so much better if we just modeled it for them. While modeling is alre…
3 years, 11 months ago
189: Eight Principles for Supporting Students with ADHD
Many teachers don't know enough to effectively meet the needs of students with ADHD. In this episode, we'll take a look at 8 principles you can apply…
3 years, 11 months ago
EduTip 11: Replace general praise with something specific.
When we say something generic like "good job," it might make a student feel good, but that's about it. What has a lot more impact is specific praise …
3 years, 11 months ago
188: Uncovering Your Implicit Biases: An Exercise for Teachers
An essential first step toward becoming an anti-racist educator is uncovering your own implicit biases—attitudes and beliefs about certain groups of …
3 years, 11 months ago
EduTip 10: Use music to buffer "silent" activities.
True silence is almost impossible to achieve in the classroom, and extraneous noises can be distracting. Adding background music creates a sanctuary …
4 years ago
187: Contrasting Cases: A Simple Strategy for Deep Understanding
This activity can be plugged into any lesson when you want students to go beyond surface traits and consider deeper connecting principles. My guest S…
4 years ago
EduTip 9: Use an antiseptic bounce to prevent off-task behavior.
When you see early signs of off-task behavior, you might think your only choices are to ignore it or address it directly. The antiseptic bounce gives…
4 years ago