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We stress to our students day in and day out how important it is to check their work. Regardless of the subject or grade level you teach, you know this can often be a problem. Students either (a) assume they are correct and don’t need to check (b) are in a hurry and don’t have
I have been working FOREVER on an Algebra Summer Prep packet and it’s finally done! It’s a versatile product that can be used for students who will be entering Algebra. It can be summer work, end of Pre Algebra skills review, early Algebra skills check… the possibilities are endless! I’ve included two (solving equations and
In today’s educational climate, the pressure for students to perform well in standardized tests is palpable, and it inevitably trickles down to the educators responsible for their success. As a result, teaching strategies can often become narrowly focused on test preparation, sidelining the potential for creativity and real-world application in the classroom. This post aims
I think classroom websites are SUCH a great way to stay connected with your students and parents. I have seen some amazing websites where teachers post their objectives and lessons almost daily! Classroom websites are especially beneficial for students who have missed school and for parents to want to ensure their students are staying up
Let me start by saying that I KNOW not all school districts are the same. As I sit back and watch what’s happening to some of my former colleagues and other teachers throughout the country, I’m horrified. Just this week I heard of a district in another state where teachers had to PAY BACK a
