Tag: teacher quality
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Pass or Fail: Intervention Approach Alternatives
In this multi-part series, I provide a dissection of the phenomenon of retention and social promotion. Also, I describe the many different methods that would improve student instruction ... -
Is Teaching Right for Me?
As a college professor, one of my favorite courses to teach was “Introduction to Education.” Why? Because it allowed me to instruct students while they were ... -
Attribution Errors in America’s Classrooms
Cause and effect aren’t always clearly and correctly paired in America’s classrooms. Teachers don’t always have the time, energy, or awareness to properly attribute underperformance. Is ... -
Why Neuroscience Should Be Taught in Teacher Preparation Programs
Most teacher preparation programs focus exclusively on education. Future elementary school teachers learn about the latest methods for teaching students reading, writing, and math. Middle and ... -
What is the Importance of a Personal Learning Network?
As discussed in a previous post, a personal learning network (PLN) is a customized social media platform for educators. But instead of sharing pictures, status updates, ... -
The Edvocate’s List of 123 Twitter Feeds for Special Educators
The Edvocate is pleased to produce its “Best of the Best” resource lists. These lists provide our readers with rankings for education-related blogs, twitter accounts, influencers, ... -
Performance Matters Partners with the Teaching Channel
Through this exclusive partnership, teachers can now access a library of 1,000+ exemplary Teaching Channel videos through the Performance Matters Platform Sandy, Utah — May 4, ... -
Have You Hacked These Cognitive Tools?
Modern technology offers a plethora of cognitive tools for implementation in your classroom. You’re likely familiar with pedagogical tools and teaching resources, but you may also ... -
A Look at Student Rights and What They Mean for Educators
Students are the focus of school operations, but they are also the most vulnerable population within school districts. Students are minors, which gives them the least ... -
Three Handy Rubrics for Assessment Creation
When it comes to creating classroom assessments, educators have a lot of leeway as to form, content, and length. Sometimes, the breadth available can be a ...
