Visual Literacy Skills Assessment Example
When I became interested in visual literacy skills I had trouble finding an assessment that would work for my students, so I created one of my own. …
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Visual Literacy Instruction in All Grade Levels: What is Visual Literacy and Why Should we Teach It?
This academically detailed look at incorporating visual literacy instruction in to the K-12 classroom includes what it is and how it can be used …
Continue ReadingStaying on top of Tools & Technology as a Teacher: Three Tips
Every professional must carry the appropriate tools in order to be taken seriously. It should be no different than teachers. There are many ways you …
Continue ReadingHow Appearance & Demeanor Affect Your Professional Image as a Teacher
“You cannot climb the ladder of success dressed in the costume of failure” Zig Ziglar once stated. In education, success doesn’t necessarily have to …
Continue ReadingWorking on Your Image as a Professional Teacher: Displaying Your Credentials
Teachers often feel that their profession is neither valued nor respected, but there is so much they can do to foster a professional image of …
Continue ReadingHow Schools Are Using Smartphones & Cell Phones in the Classroom
Many, if not most schools ban the use of cellphones and smartphones in the classroom. But should they rethink this policy? There are many teachers and …
Continue ReadingWhy File Folder Games are So Effective
What’s so amazing about a file folder game? Two aspects addicted me to this incredible teaching tool. First, the file folder game board enables the …
Continue Reading5 Tips for Motivating Disinterested Readers
Aloof. Disinterested. Resistant. These are just three frustrating words that might describe a student of yours who is a struggling reader. You may be …
Continue ReadingHow & Where to Find Lesson Plans that Meet Common Core Standards
Most states in the US have adopted the Common Core Standards which encourage technology, collaboration and preparedness for the 21st century. Do your …
Continue ReadingUsing Pinterest to Manage and Organize Your Lesson Plans
Sure, Pinterest is a great place for finding new recipes and home decorating ideas, but can it also be used as an educational resource? You bet!
Continue ReadingWhen Using an iPad in the Classroom Will Do More Harm Than Good
Sure, new technology is great, but not all teachers are well-equipped to use brand new iPads right away. In fact, there are times when the technology …
Continue ReadingGetting the Parent Involved for Student Success: 10 Tips for Teachers
A lot has changed in education in the past 50 years, but one thing remains the same. Parental involvement is crucial for student success. How do you …
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