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Formula for Classroom Success Series Post #2: Modeling

Today we are continuing on in the Classroom Success Formula Series. I am excited to be sharing today one of my favorite teaching strategies - Modeling. It isn't new, but perhaps I can share a few new ideas that you might can use. How many of us would rather watch a youtube video of how to make chicken dumplings rather than reading the written directions? I know I certainly would. There are at least seven major learning styles, and while not everyone would prefer to see a video, the point is, working through a process to learn something … [Read more...]

Filed Under: back to school, classroom routines, classroom teaching strategy, Modeling, RACE, secondary classroom management, Task Cards, Uncategorized 1 Comment

Benefits of Using Task Cards in Middle and High School

Using task cards in middle and high school can be hugely successful.  Interestingly, I was using "task cards" in my high school English class before I knew they were called that - and way before they looked so cute!  If I needed to guide a particular group on a topic or break up the assignment, I would often just grab some colored index cards and a sharpie and begin assigning the tasks, differentiating, or reviewing! Now with the wonderful world of technology :) and access to tons of programs, task cards can come in any form or fashion.  Here … [Read more...]

Filed Under: best practices, close reading, digital text analysis, fiction, informational text articles, interactive learning, interactive lesson, julie faulkner, Lesson Ideas, literature ideas, Reading Strategies, secondary classrooms, secondary ELA, secondary lessons, skills-based teaching, Task Cards 9 Comments

Treating “Activity-itis” (Assessing and Adding Value and Quality to Activities)

Class time is precious and limited. With so many standards to cover and stakes being so high, it is imperative that everything we put in front of our students be standards-based, purposeful, and designed to drive and assess student growth.  Over the years, I've reflected on some activities that I've done with students and realized that maybe just maybe :) some of them were "fluff" in terms of standards. Don't get me wrong. Some assignments are fun, make personal connections, or meet other goals.  However, some are just not designed to do much … [Read more...]

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