Life is so complicated. From paying the bills to making the grade at work we are constantly judged by ourselves and others. In this world it is helpful to break all your stress down into smaller, bite-sized chunks. I find it useful to categorize my “do-list” into three categories. For my [...]
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We talk about the methods of great teaching and we talk about our objectives. One thing we don’t talk about enough is the physical proximity and presentation of our lessons.
It’s a great way to get your words to a wider audience. My blog isn’t huge by any means but has a loyal base of readers. My audience and I want to hear your views and experiences relating to teaching and education.
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Quite cool. This shows the effect of forward questioning: when you ask kids questions based on material you have not yet taught. How many times would it take feeling helpless before you bought out.
YouTube – Learned Helplessness
The effective teacher uses creativity and other skills to work within the limitations of the job and produce growth in learners. In my opinion, this woman in the article decided to give up and leave teaching and therefore, teaching is no worse for her having left.
One example of a tip for new teachers: Remember to check for understanding all the time. Ask kids if they get what you are saying. The old “hear it and hold it” method is far outdated. Don’t get to the end of your lesson without bringing at least 80% of them with you.
A table of contents to a powerful and proven teaching method called Explicit Direct Instruction, or EDI.
Whether you are becoming a physical education teacher or a math one, you should be passionate about what you do.
Thinking of good questions, instead of answers, can make a teacher more effective
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