Hello, friends! I hope you're having a fantastic summer and are finding time for some much needed and well-deserved R&R! My family and I have just returned from a weekend of fun and family time in Branson, MO and we're prepping for the week ahead. On our four hour ride home through the Ozark Mountains (thank you, Lord, for Dramamine!) we talked about setting goals for the week. Our ... Read More about Using Technology to Reach an Authentic Audience
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Pre-Test and Post-Test for every unit
Happy Monday morning, friends! I'm still in reflection mode and I'm thinking about how using pre-tests and post-tests can help my students. I've mentioned in another post that my district is heavily studying the work of John Hattie, focusing on what we can do as teachers to have a meaningful impact on student learning. One of the practices I'm exploring is how to develop Assessment Capable ... Read More about Pre-Test and Post-Test for every unit
Why Illuminate? Using Technology to Enhance Learning
Hello, friends! I'm coming to you today, hopped up on coffee during the last week of school. I know you're right there with me - submitting grades, tying up loose ends, prepping for summer school, and enjoying the last few days with your students! My mom, also a teacher, always says that there's no tired like "end of the school year teacher tired," and she is definitely right! In case you missed ... Read More about Why Illuminate? Using Technology to Enhance Learning
Collaborative American Government Review Activities
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
