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September 29, 2019
One Surprising Thing About Gen Z Everyone Should Know
Dr. Tim Elmore on episode 561
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The Millennials aren’t the youngest generation anymore. Generation Z is here. They are the kids in K12 education right now who have only known social media and the Internet. Ninety percent of preschool children are online. This has good and bad consequences. Dig deep as researcher Dr. Tim Elmore helps us understand Gen Z, their anxiety, and unique strengths.
“The average adolescent today...
September 26, 2019
5 Easy STEM Activities Any Teacher Can Do
Chris Woods on Episode 560
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Today high school math teacher, Chris Woods, gives us simple ideas of STEM activities any teacher can do. Get some ideas for how you can integrate STEM in the classroom.
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September 24, 2019
Apply Now for DonorsChoose Project Funding Opportunities
Advancement Courses is funding select projects through September 27, 2019
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis
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Advancement Courses is a fantastic option for professional development. This year, I’ve been sharing lots of great resources from them as well as courses you can take. Well, right now, in addition to being able to save 20% off your course by using the code COOL20, you can also apply to get your DonorsChoose project funded through September 27!...
September 23, 2019
Save Money on Easy, Awesome Science Projects
Get 15% off your Ward's Science order and free shipping with this special code
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Ward’s Science has cool hands-on science lessons. Everything comes in the box and you’re ready to engage your students. Recently I tested three of these science kits and in this blog post, I’ll share a review of these kits and how you can save 15% and get free shipping on your future order before October 31, 2019. Additionally, I’ll share...
September 12, 2019
How to Reach Bilingual Students
Dania Santana on episode 599
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Dania Santana, author of the bilingual children’s book, Sebastian’s Game Day Surprise, and multicultural parenting expert, shares how we can reach bilingual students. She discusses the current thought on best supporting bilingual students.
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September 10, 2019
4 Steps to Improve Student Engagement
Jeromie Heath on episode 558
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Engaging students can be a challenge. A student from Jeromie Heath’s class shares her perspective on learning and why she wanted to learn for Jeromie in this episode. Today, join in the conversations about learning and engagement and all your own thoughts on social media.
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3 Add Ons to Solve Problems in Google Classroom (Programmed by 1 Teacher)
Michael Backus on episode 557
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Michael Backus had a problem as he was teaching in Google Classroom. So, he programmed add-ons to solve the problem of needing checklists attached to his Google Classroom assignments. He saw a problem and programmed a solution, first by creating an add-on for just within his district. Many people don’t know that this is possible or that add on’s can be just within a district. We also dis...
September 9, 2019
Teen Genius Says “I Learned Nothing from Lecture”
Gitanjali Rao talks about her learning journey on episode 556
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She was named America’s Top Young Scientist of 2017 by the Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge, with a patent-pending device to detect lead in water faster than any other current techniques. She then open-sourced this device so people can use the technology across the world. In today’s show, Gitanjali talks about her learning journey and the t...
August 30, 2019
5 More Easy Brain Breaks for Your Classroom
Rob Donatelli on episode 555
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Rob Donatelli shares with us five more easy brain breaks. As a follow up to one of the most popular 10 Minute Teacher episodes, 5 Easy Brain Breaks for Your Classroom, Rob gives us more ideas to bring to our classroom.
August 29, 2019
4 Ways to Build Relationships That Matter
Charles Poole on episode 544
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Charles “Chuck” Poole shares how to build relationships that matter. While content and passion for our content and the craft of teaching are all essential parts of teaching that cannot be dismissed – relationships with students are also in the mix as an essential part of reaching today’s students. We can do this! Let’s listen, learn, and apply this in our classrooms!
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