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Tips for Grading Essays to Save Time

Aaaaah.  The grading essays burden of the English teacher. It's a very real struggle for sure.  A little while back I did a series on teaching writing, so I'd like to think of this post as an encore to those ideas.  (Get started reading that series here at the first post.)  Below I'm sharing five practical tips for managing the load.- Working Those Deadlines:First is planning time in the writing process to have check points that students submit via Google classroom - or whatever method works for you. Students submit thesis statements, … [Read more...]

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A Formula for Teaching Writing with Success, Series: #1 Planning

A couple of years ago I did a series on my formula for classroom success. It entailed topics like classroom management, planning, organization, etc. You can check all those topics out here.  In those years since, I have been developing a resource and a series that defines my formula for a different topic: writing instruction.  I get asked all the time for help and tips for how to teach writing, and I never really knew how to answer my colleagues who asked me to pinpoint what I did.  I've seen success with my students' writing in my classroom … [Read more...]

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"'Everybody is cheating': Why this teacher has adopted an open ChatGPT policy" ... See MoreSee Less

'Everybody is cheating': Why this teacher has adopted an open ChatGPT policy

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An associate professor at the prestigious Wharton School is not only allowing his students to use ChatGPT, they are required to.
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In this current day egg crisis my girls are coming in "cluck!" Lol 😂 I crack myself up. 🥚🍳 Happy Saturday! #eggjokes #backyardchickens #chickenjokes #sunnysideup #eggs #chickens ... See MoreSee Less

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Teaching on Block: Make It Amazing With These Easy Tips – OC Beach Teacher

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When I started teaching, I worked at a school with a 7-period day and 46-minute class periods. I was accustomed to this schedule but then I started a new teaching position where the school system used...
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This post from my friend over Language Arts Classroom has some excellent ideas for using stations in secondary. The stations strategy is one of my favorites in my toolbox! ... See MoreSee Less

Grammar Stations: 15 Engaging Stations

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Grammar stations are perfect for secondary students. You can rotate and address confusion and successes. Students move and learn from others.
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Yesterday I posted that I spent part of the last day of the year in the place where the last battle will take place (Valley of Megiddo). Today I spent part of the first day of the year in the place (manger cave) where Jesus spent his first days on earth. Pretty solid bookends. Hello, 2023. Happy New Year. #HappyNewYear ... See MoreSee Less

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These Valentine's Day character notes have always These Valentine's Day character notes have always been a fun, quick activity. Students assume the role of a character in a novel/story they've read, and they write Valentines from that point of view. I could also see them used for historical figures and more... how could you use them creatively? Members of my Teaching English Facebook group get these FREE! and It's FREE to join! Link in bio. ⁠
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Anybody else struggle getting students to acknowle Anybody else struggle getting students to acknowledge the feedback you leave on their essays? I like to use Google Comments to help speed up the process and make it more meaningful and personalized. If you are interested in my pre-filled comments, DM me. #teachingenglish #teachersofinstagram #englishteacher #teacherreel #teacherreels
It's never too late (unless it's past the deadline It's never too late (unless it's past the deadline 🙃) to show your yearbook spreads some last-minute love. 😍 These tips are easy to implement to any spread at any time to make your book that much better! Plus, my email followers are getting a poster and set of task cards (perfect for use in stations) to help with making these revisions. Link to join in bio. ⁠
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In this current day egg crisis, my girls are comin In this current day egg crisis, my girls are coming in “cluck!” 😂😂 I crack myself up. 🍳🥚 #egg #eggjokes #backyardchickens #chickensofinstagram #punnyjokes
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For all my #yearbook peeps out there, I know it's For all my #yearbook peeps out there, I know it's tough this time of year to keep up the creativity. But you can do it! Here are a few ways to make your yearbook spreads relevant and interesting. Plus, there's a free worksheet to conduct this exercise for subscribers to my email.  Link to sign up in the bio. ⁠
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Using paired texts can truly make a huge differenc Using paired texts can truly make a huge difference in reading. DM for links to my blog series at juliefaulknersblog.com
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