10 Important Self-care Tips for Teachers
In today’s post, I am sharing a collection of important tips to help you take care of yourself. Teaching, as we all know, is a demanding and often stressful profession, making it all the more important to prioritize your well-being. After consulting several trusted sources, I’ve gathered these practical and effective strategies to help you manage stress, boost your energy, and maintain balance in your personal and professional life. Self-care Tips for Teachers Here are 10 importance self-care tips for teachers: 1. Set Boundaries You can only do so much and if you do not learn how to set clear boundaries you will eventually burnout. In his best selling book…
It’s All About Assessment! An Instructional Designer's Guide For Effective Assessment Activities
Assessment activities are the cornerstone of any good online course. Here’s how Instructional Designers can plan and create effective assessments that reinforce and maximize learning. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.
What Is Structured Literacy?
In today’s post, I introduce you to the concept of Structured Literacy (SL). As explained by Louise Spear-Swerling (2022), SL is a comprehensive approach to reading interventions that caters to children with various reading difficulties. SL covers a broad spectrum of instructional strategies and is designed to support students with diverse reading challenges, not just those with specific types of difficulties. SL is not limited to phonics instruction. It includes teaching foundational skills like phonemic awareness, phonics, and spelling, as well as advanced literacy skills such as reading comprehension and written expression. This makes SL effective for both decoding problems and comprehension issues (Louise Spear-Swerling, 2022). In this post, I…
What Is Frayer Model?
In today’s post, I am covering a very important strategy in teaching vocabulary—the Frayer Model. This graphic organizer has transformed the way educators introduce and explore new words across various subjects and grade levels. More specifically, I delve into the definition of the Frayer Model, outline effective implementation strategies, highlight its numerous benefits, and conclude with practical examples. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to teaching, understanding how to leverage this tool can significantly enhance your instructional approach and improve student outcomes in vocabulary development. What is the Frayer Model? Frayer model is “an instructional strategy that utilizes a graphic organizer to teach vocabulary” (Dazzeo & Rao, 2020, p.…
What Is Turn and Talk Strategy?
Today’s post is all about “Turn and Talk,” an engaging and interactive instructional strategy used in classrooms. If you haven’t heard about it or are looking for ways to implement it more effectively, this post is for you. I will start with a definition of what “Turn and Talk” is all about, explaining its purpose and how it works in a classroom setting. Next, we will discuss practical tips for integrating “Turn and Talk” into your lessons, ensuring you can maximize its benefits. Then, I’ll provide some examples of “Turn and Talk” activities to inspire you and help you get started. Finally, we’ll conclude with insights from research, showcasing the…
What is The Think Pair Share Strategy?
In today’s post, I discuss a key teaching and learning strategy known as Think-Pair-Share (TPS). More specifically, I will cover what recent research says about the effectiveness and use of TPS, delve into the key advantages of using this strategy in classroom teaching, and provide tips to help teachers seamlessly integrate TPS into their daily teaching routines. To conclude, I’ll showcase practical examples across various subjects to demonstrate how this strategy can be applied effectively in diverse educational settings. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the profession, this post aims to enrich your teaching toolkit with insights and actionable steps for implementing Think-Pair-Share. For those of you interested…
What is Andragogy?
Understanding adult learners is crucial for creating educational environments that effectively address their unique needs. Malcolm Knowles, a pioneer in the study of adult learning, articulated six core principles of andragogy that have fundamentally shaped how we approach education for adults. These principles emphasize the importance of tailoring educational experiences to the characteristics and expectations of adult learners, who differ significantly from younger students in motivation, experience, and goals. This post delves into each of Knowles’ principles, exploring how they can be implemented in various educational settings to enhance learning outcomes for adults. From recognizing the intrinsic motivation and self-direction that adults bring to their learning, to valuing their life…
Best Online Course Creation Platforms
In today’s post, I am sharing with you some of the best online course creation platforms out there. These are all platforms I have personally used or thoroughly reviewed in the past, and I am including them here because of their robust feature sets, ease of use, and flexibility in creating and delivering educational content. From engaging course builders and customizable landing pages to comprehensive payment processing options, each platform offers unique advantages to educators and creators alike. I’m aware there are several other course building platforms that did not make it to this list, but I’ve chosen to focus on those that I believe offer the most value and…
Best Drawing Websites for Schools
In today’s post, I am sharing some of my favorite drawing websites for schools. These platforms are treasures that students can use to unleash their creativity, explore digital artistry, and enhance their learning experiences. Whether it’s mastering the basics of drawing, experimenting with advanced techniques, or simply enjoying the process of creation, these websites offer something special for every student. All of these drawing websites are simple and easy to use, making them accessible for artists at any skill level. They provide safe, engaging environments where students can express themselves freely, collaborate with others, and develop their artistic talents. Drawing Websites for Schools Let’s explore some of the best drawing…
Best Flippity Tools for Teachers
In today’s post, I want to bring your attention to this excellent free resource called Flippity, a platform that empowers teachers with a wide variety of simple and easy to use educational tools.I bet some of you are already familiar with some of its popular tools like the Flashcards, Quiz Show, and Random Name Picker. But Flippity offers so much more than that, and I’m excited to dive deeper into its features and share how it can enrich our teaching and learning environments. At its core, Flippity is about transforming the static data of Google Sheets into dynamic, interactive web tools. The process is straightforward: choose a template from Flippity,…
