How to Use the RTI Model for Behavior Intervention
Think that the RTI model is only useful for academic underachievers? Think again. The RTI model can also be used to correct behavioral issues. Read on …
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A Practical Look at Early Childhood Assessment Tools for Educators
Using early childhood assessment tools the right way helps preschool teachers and other professionals to adequately understand a child’s abilities and …
Continue ReadingTier 1 Strategies: RtI Strategies That Work for the First Tier
In the RtI model, teachers often struggle to implement effective Tier 1 strategies. RtI implementation depends on these strategies, so make sure that …
Continue ReadingRtI Academic Intervention: How It Works
So your school is implementing the RtI model, and you’re not sure how RtI academic intervention works. Luckily, it’s quite simple, once you understand …
Continue ReadingUsing Student Behavior Tickets to Manage Classroom Behavior
Novice educators walk into their first classroom full of fresh ideas and high expectations. Reality quickly brings them back to earth when the first …
Continue ReadingHow to Teach Tolerance and Compassion in the Classroom With Contemplative Practices
Teachers, today, struggle to find ways to manage their classrooms without taking precious time away from their curriculum. Contemplative practices are …
Continue ReadingExcuses for Forgetting Homework
Excuses for not doing homework have been around for years. We all know that 90% of the excuses are fabricated, but what can teachers do to discourage …
Continue ReadingDealing with Angry and Neurotic Parents
Young teachers are usually trying so hard to help their students that they are shocked at how “angry” parents can become over poor …
Continue ReadingTips on How to Deal with Missing Assignments and Homework
Middle school and high school students alike will many times do poorly in a course because they choose not to do the class work or home work. To get …
Continue ReadingUsing Daily Oral Language Practice to Teach Language Arts Skills
Daily language practice activities can be used in the classroom to support your everyday Writing and Language Arts curriculum. Learn more about DOL …
Continue ReadingA New Teacher Guide to Getting Ready for Your First Class
New teachers, check out these ways to ensure success before you even set foot in your first classroom. Preparing for the experience in advance will …
Continue ReadingClass Discussions: Get your students to share and participate.
A rather elusive goal of most teachers is to have their students participate in class discussions. Read more to find ways to get your students to …
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