There is no such thing as being “pro-life” while supporting laws that let children be shot in their schools, elders in grocery stores, worshippers in their houses of faith, survivors by abusers, or anyone in a crowded place.
It is an idolatry of violence. And it must end.
I’m a gun owner. Do not tell me our Founders conceived of this carnage when they wrote the Constitution. Do not tell me they would have tolerated this madness. Do not tell me that teachers must be armed. And do not tell me your AR15 is worth more than another 14 children’s lives.
Happy to share my latest article on blended learning...formative assessment and feedback emerge again as essential @PNWBOCESOC21 https://t.co/TEYGblEBu3
Here’s a prescription for stress-free teaching and learning.
Follow these 4 simple steps:
1- Stop grading everything. No points, no percentages, no letters.
2- Stop assigning homework.
3- Stop giving tests.
4- Stop worrying about lost learning.
Heard someone today say, “The kids are going to be so behind when they get back.”
But, we recognize that the only thing they’re behind is our own perception of where they should be, right?
The content we assign to grade levels isn’t inherent to age. We did that. We can undo it.
Empower student ownership & creativity by providing choice & flexibility regarding how & when they demonstrate understanding, scaffolded supports, collaborative & independent reflection & self-assessment about success criteria, & opportunities to share with an authentic audience.
AHHH MY FIRST PODCAST 🤩 I was so honored to be interviewed for Death Before Desk Job because I LOVE this podcast about creative pursuit + process. You can check it out (along with all of DBDJ's episodes) here:
https://t.co/G2PDCodVnE
Today is the big day! Welcome to our newest cohort of OC21 Ss representing 7 regional districts. This will be our 1st "virtual" orientation and we can't wait to see all of you this afternoon! @kakeener@rhallny@Diane_DCconsult@Gregory_S_Brown@FredEnde @GregNFredricks @pnwboces
The interview with Cornelius Minor in EL this month reminds us that EQUITABLE grading practices begin with a balanced and diverse assessment repertoire- one that lets kids show what they know and can do in different ways.