Hello, all! It's that time of year again ... EOC review time! I, like you, am constantly trying to find new ways to review course content with my students that doesn't only include taking practice tests - because who really likes doing that?! As I typically do when I'm brainstorming a new activity, project, game, etc., I sat on my couch with my laptop this past Sunday evening, staring at the wall ... Read More about Collaborative American Government Review Activities
Illuminate: Technology Enhanced Learning
Hello, friends! If you've followed my blog over the last year (thank you!) you've probably figured out some pretty exciting news - I wrote a book! A whole book about how to use technology to illuminate learning! I'm so excited to share it with you - be sure to sign up for the mailing list to be notified when Illuminate is available! I wanted to share with you a quick glimpse into what you can ... Read More about Illuminate: Technology Enhanced Learning
ACL Confessions – Learning Practices, Not Knee Injuries
I wonder if John Hattie's ears have been burning over the last few months. My district has been diving into his work, focusing on the top four practices that Professor Hattie has recognized, through his HUGE meta-analysis of millions of students across the world. I've read articles, bought books, utilized my PLN, followed Professor Hattie on Twitter, and have tried to learn as much as I can about ... Read More about ACL Confessions – Learning Practices, Not Knee Injuries
Oh, Padlet. I Still Love You
Over the past week or so, the Twittersphere has been buzzing with the news of changes to Padlet, a fantastic tool that many teachers, myself included, have used frequently over the past few years. Padlet has offered premium versions for quite some time, but the new update allows users to create three padlets beyond what is already in their account. I was a tad confused as well, so I contacted the ... Read More about Oh, Padlet. I Still Love You
Flipped Learning and HyperDocs: Reflections from my Classroom
Hello, friends! I'm coming to you this evening from my desk in our basement on the evening before I head back to work after our extremely brief, but much needed, Easter break. Next year, my district will be adopting a new calendar that allows us to count hours instead of days, which means we will be at school more minutes but fewer days. This means that my eleventh year of teaching will finally ... Read More about Flipped Learning and HyperDocs: Reflections from my Classroom