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The concept of a classroom management plan can feel like a mammoth task to wrap your head around, especially if you’re just starting your journey as a teacher. It’s not a magical solution to erase every challenge or a cure-all potion to guarantee perfect behavior. Far from it, actually. Classroom management plans are fluid, messy,…
The other day I was asked which component of classroom management was the most underrated. My answer was easy…Choice! There are far too many teachers who engage in power struggles that could be avoided by giving the student some options. Freedom vs. Choice…what’s the difference? Of course, choice is not the same as freedom. You…
Searching for a fresh twist to energize your teaching and bring an interactive vibe to your classroom? You’ve hit the jackpot with the Wheel of Names! This awesome tool is a game-changer for teachers, opening the door to a world of fairness, inclusivity, and a buzzing atmosphere of anticipation and curiosity among students. So, what…
Ever heard of Gimkit? It’s this awesome educational tool I stumbled upon, and I just had to share it with you. Gimkit takes the usual classroom quiz and turns it into a super fun game. It’s like bringing a bit of that gaming magic into learning, and trust me, students love it! They get to…
When we think of effective teaching strategies, we often think of the big ones: having a clear lesson plan to guide our instruction, building rigor into our lessons, fostering student independence. But what about classroom transitions? The reality is that transitions make up a significant part of any instructional time. Depending on grade level and…