I write because I have to.
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Teaching Means Having to Say You’re Sorry
By owning our mistakes our students see us as empathetic humans that want to do well.
Being Respectful of Student Gender Identity
Edutopia October 13, 2016
Asking students how to address them is not only respectful and compassionate, but also socially just.
Teachers and Students: We’re Not That Different
Edutopia April 25, 2016
How do we support the student risk-taker in the classroom who tells us our lesson wasn’t effective? Respond with respect and clarity.
It’s Not Venting; It’s Processing
Edutopia April 21, 2016
As an Instructional Coach, active listening is crucial in supporting our colleagues. What does that collaboration look like and how does it benefit teachers?
DON’T PHONE IT IN
Literacy Daily April 13, 2016
Presentation skills are critical when encouraging ownership of a district initiative or classroom lesson. We must be present to fully engage participants.
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TAKING ON SOCIAL LITERACY IN THE CLASSROOM
Literacy Daily January 26, 2016
Embedding soft skills within a literacy framework requires creativity and patience. Here are some tips to help you do achieve that goal.
NOT ‘JUST’ DOODLING OR TALKING: HOW THEY HELP STUDENTS PROCESS
Edutopia November 6, 2015
Student learning styles are instrumental in processing and thinking. Let’s give students the space to show us what they need to be successful.
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HUMBLED OR HUMILIATED
Wisconsin State Reading Association Journal
Fall 2014
An adult learner engages in her first arial yoga class. Humbled in class or humiliated? Teachers have that kind of power.
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