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There’s so much that goes on behind-the-scenes when teaching and leading. It can be hard to find time to complete those tasks (let alone do them well). Join Gretchen as she shares her experiences with time management and streamlining administrative tasks. She gives practical tangible next steps that can help you achieve your goals in…
Have you ever heard of time blocking? Listen in as Gretchen explains what it is, how she uses it, and the tips and tricks that may work for you. Quotables “You don’t want to overbook yourself because even though we’re planning every minute of every day you don’t want to tire yourself out.” “Over estimate…
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Utilizing evidence-based practices is key to improve classroom instruction. Education researchers like John Hattie (Visible Learning) and Robert Marzano (High Reliability Schools) lead the charge with their recommendations on strategies that work in the classroom. In reading the book Impactful Instructional Leadership, a Framework for Success, author Jack Hunter explained six evidence-based practices that are…
Student choice and ownership is an earned reward in the classroom. For teachers to provide choice and ownership to students means a shift has occurred from directing learning to facilitating learning. The teacher has routines and procedures in place as well as exposed students to high expectations with rigorous work. In response, students have shown…
Student engagement in the classroom has a powerful ripple effect. When students are engaged at deep levels it means they have more opportunities to transfer, digest, and store knowledge. Student learning outcomes increase as well as their confidence to tackle challenging academics. This post will cover 4 aspects of student engagement to consider when designing…
Classroom management that is effective creates more time on task for student learning. This creates more rounds of practice to solidify new learning and increase learning outcomes. When teachers are consistent in their classroom management practices, students reap the benefits! This post will explore 3 ways to improve classroom management practices in the classroom. Relationships…