Yes, this IS important.
This is important. In 1999, "How people learn" provided an authoritative survey of research on learning. The latest edition adds research on neurological processes, individual and cultural variability, sociocultural factors and the role of technology: bit.ly/2ybu5Vc
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Guy I know was complaining about making his 8th grader's lunch. I didn't have presence of mind to say anything so 3 days later I made this. I don't think the guy's is on Twitter, this is my therapy.
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Happening now....The amazing Challenger Elementary teachers are involved in meaningful data discussions to better support their students. #teamwork #itsallaboutthestudents #leadingandlearning
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These are such cold, bizarre, scary times, and yet? We have each other, we have goodness, and science, and dogs. Here’s my Nat’l Geo piece on hope from last week if you are having a bad day: nationalgeographic.com/magaz…
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An astonishingly simple (but extremely effective) technique to sharpen your listen skills:
Before your respond in a conversation, take a breath.
Seriously. That's it. It'll help.
psychologytoday.com/blog/the…
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37 students having fun and learning math at CES Khan Academy. Bursting at the seams 🤗@KellyWortendyke @kimloomisssss @Graham_Wendy @CESAimHigh @HSVk12 @mwallaceut @#gatehsv
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This teacher believes the pen is mightier than the pencil. (Erased mistakes = missed opportunities.) edut.to/2NpQyYi
Interactions are huge. Thank you ladies! @KellyWortendyke @kimloomisssss @EricaCottingham @CESAimHigh
“The research shows that small daily events (habits, routines, interactions) directly influence your feelings, which has a profound effect on your job performance.” @ArianaAyutopia on why happiness at work matters.
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#thoughtleaderthursday #stressrelease
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So true!We couldnt do it without her!@danna_freedman @HSVk12
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If you want to be a world changer for people everywhere, be a day maker for the people right next to you.
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A new study finds that greeting students at the door increases engagement by 20% and reduces disruptions by 9%—effectively adding 1 hour of learning per day. edut.to/2N8NH65
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Challenger Challenge! Our only PTA fundraiser for the year! Thanks Big Al @UA_Athletics, CMS Cheerleaders and drumline @ChallMidHSV, and Steve and Jeff from @1043WZYP for helping us out! #buildingshade
@hcschallengerel @hsvk12 @ericacottingham @kellywortendyke @mwallaceut
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The jigsaw methods have an effect size of 1.20! Here's a great article that explains what it is, and offers a 6-step process to running a jigsaw activity in your classroom: teachhub.com/jigsaw-method-t… @TeachHub #Visiblelearning
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How do you improve schools? Start by coaching principals, says new study
via @Chalkbeat
chalkbeat.org/posts/tn/2018/…
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This world needs Love and Logic:
weareteachers.com/lawnmower-…
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"The day of the launch, she said, 'imagine a history teacher making history.'" Beloved social studies teacher and Challenger crew member Christa McAuliffe would have been 70 years old today. t-t.site/2wuq2Th
Schools Can Keep Kids Safe Without Giving Their Teachers Guns nyti.ms/2NDkJaH
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Yoga can't be taught in Alabama's public schools due to what the Alabama Department of Education describes as "its religious roots."
HOWEVER, teachers may instruct students on poses, exercises and stretches... they just can't call it yoga.
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At water-starved Lake Mead and Lake Powell, 'the crisis is already real,' scientists say.
"Lake Powell now sits 48 percent full, and Lake Mead is 38 percent full." - @ByIanJames via @azcentral
azc.cc/2BWhMR8
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How well you take criticism depends less on the message and more on your relationship with the messenger.
It's surprisingly easy to hear a hard truth when it comes from someone who believes in your potential and cares about your success.
#SaturdayMorning
