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June 10, 2019
Motivating Struggling Learners in Summer School and in Class Everyday
Barbara Blackburn on episode 511 of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast
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So many kids struggle, especially in summer school. Popular author, Dr. Barbara Blackburn, gives us some tips to start summer school or any school year in a way to help struggling learners set goals. This must-listen episode will give you ideas for having a great summer as well.
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June 6, 2019
5 Easy Brain Breaks for Your Classroom
Rob Donatelli on episode 510
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Want to help students learn and be more refreshed? Students need breaks too. That is why brain breaks are becoming so popular. Teacher Rob Donatelli @DTown_MrD talks about the brain breaks phenomenon. Then, Rob gives teachers five ideas he uses in his classroom for brain breaks. Take a brain break today!
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June 5, 2019
How to Unleash the Potential of Every Child
Tom Loud on episode 509
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Tom Loud dropped out of high school because he didn’t connect with his teachers. Somehow, he connected with books though and became a high school and college graduate. Now, Tom is a 10-year classroom veteran who is working to make his classroom (and help others) connect with kids in new ways. Today we’ll talk about unleashing the potential in every child. And yes, you’ll hear birds chirping, b...
June 4, 2019
How to Create a Summer Writing Notebook
Angela Stockman on Episode 508
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Today Angela Stockman @AngelaStockman challenges teachers and students to create a summer writing notebook with the #flaneur challenge. This is going to be fun! Let’s do this.
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June 3, 2019
Hyperdocs: How To’s and Tips for Teachers
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis
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Lisa Scumpieru, 10th-grade Literature Teacher, gives us a crash course in Hyperdocs. She shares lesson plans, ideas, and tips for getting started quickly without hassle.
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How Kids Really Learn
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How do kids learn and remember? Teacher Andrew Stadel, @mr_stadel founder of the popular site estimation180.com, talks about this pursuit of learning in the classroom. This topic is his summer research topic. As you ponder the classroom, look at what you’ll research to become a better teacher.
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May 31, 2019
5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer
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Linda Kardamis talks about how we can make the most of our summer. Get ready to rock summertime with these five ideas.[image error]
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May 30, 2019
20 Ways to Have a Summer That Matters
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis
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Today I want to challenge your thinking about your summer. So, I’ve collected twenty of the best ways to make this summer one of learning. This is a blog post / podcast simulpost. You’ll find the same content in slightly different form so you can read or listen to this content. Enjoy!
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May 29, 2019
How to Amplify Kindergarten and Elementary Voices
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First-grade teacher Danielle Moore has worked with early elementary and kindergarten students as she helps them amplify their voice. Yes, young children have something to say to the world! Danielle shows us how.
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May 28, 2019
10 Tips for Awesome Digital Citizenship
Penny Rayhill on episode 502
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Tech Coach Penny Rayhill shares ten tips for awesome digital citizenship. If you’re looking for some sites to explore – here they are!
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