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The Importance Of Intrinsic Motivation

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:00:08 GMT

What motivates students? More specifically, what motivates them to be engaged at school to master the objective you've chosen for them?

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8 Project-Based Learning Tips For Teachers

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 23:38:58 GMT

Project-based learning tips for teachers include involving parents--helping them understand the process of learning through PBL.

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8 Science-Based Strategies For Critical Thinking

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 21:45:27 GMT

The development of beliefs based on critical reasoning and quality data is much closer to a science-based approach to critical thinking.

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5 Strategies For Managing Change In Schools

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 13:00:12 GMT

Organizations that undergo change too often can become jaded about new ideas. understanding past change can help us understand future change.

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What The ‘Schools Aren’t Superspreaders’ Argument Misses About COVID

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 22:14:52 GMT

Data for the project comes from administration officials from the principal upward, all of whom have every reason to want schools open ASAP.

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From Creativity To Assessment, A Checklist For Teachers Today

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 14:00:01 GMT

A range of guests is invited into our classroom (virtually) to broaden our knowledge and global perspective.

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The World Is Changing; Let Schools Change, Too

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:00:30 GMT

Let school become something that works for children—something that visibly improves the arc of their lives.

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8 Ways Parents Can Support Critical Thinking At Home

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:30:26 GMT

Practicing critical thinking at home--in their 'native environment'--is a useful strategy to build their cognitive muscles.

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The Challenge Of Scale In Learning

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 22:46:05 GMT

What scale should someone operate on to ensure that they are aware and in control of their effects on the things around them?

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10 Easy Ways To Use Google Meet In Your Classroom

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 13:30:44 GMT

While there have been some challenges to overcome, I am now thinking about how Google Meet fits into my classroom long-term.

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What Is Kaplan’s Depth And Complexity Chart?

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 13:00:01 GMT

The Kaplan Depth & Complexity chart is a way to promote complex and in-depth analysis of academic and non-academic content.

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The TeachThought Podcast Ep. 221 Addressing Teacher Shortages With Online Teaching

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 16:26:05 GMT

Drew Perkins talks with Evan Erdberg, CEO and founder of Proximity Learning, about his company's work to help address qualified teacher shortages in our schools of highest needs.

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100 Search Engines For Academic Research

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 13:00:53 GMT

From science databases to document collections and more, here are 100 of the best search engines for academic research.

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A Comprehensive Gamification Framework For Human Motivation

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 14:00:42 GMT

Education also withholds permanent markers of performance until the end of a semester to motivate students and demonstrate control.

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A Better Alternative To Grading Student Writing

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 15:00:18 GMT

For amateurs developing skills, the process is far more important than the product. This is true in science and is true for writing, too.

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50 Of The Best Non-Violent Video Games [Updated For 2021]

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 01:00:34 GMT

What are the best non-violent video games for children? Well, that depends on how you define 'violent' but here are 65+ to get you started.

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10 Messages Every Teacher Should Send To Parents

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 01:00:18 GMT

Recognizing parents’ challenges can turn things around for a troubled family and transform child’s behavior and performance at school.

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It’s Time To Think Differently About Writing In The Classroom

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 13:00:42 GMT

Limiting the craft of writing to a single content area has damaged the perceived power and potential of writing for teachers and students.

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25 Ways Schools Can Promote Literacy And Independent Reading

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 13:00:14 GMT

A literacy-rich environment not only supports the academic growth but also encourages conversation, empathy, and critical thinkink.

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The TeachThought Podcast Ep. 220 Empowering Traditionally Marginalized Students

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 18:15:49 GMT

The TeachThought Podcast Ep. 220 Empowering Traditionally Marginalized Students Drew Perkins talks with Jay McCullar about his work to empower traditionally marginalized students further their education. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Maya Consulting My Brother’s Keeper Austin jay@mayaconsultingllc.com Bakari Sellers Malik Muhammad Dr. Gregory Vincent DL Hughley Listen and subscribe on your favorite […]

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