sometimes you have to modify the work until you find what interests the kids and gets them excited about learning! then you can go from there #langislit#LiteracyDay
Donald Bear and colleagues wrote, "the language teachers use with students can position them as problem solvers or passive recipients". How are you positioning your students? #langislit#positiontoempower
Today I had the privilege of speaking to a retired teacher. When I asked her for advice she told me simply, "kids need faithful people". May we all strive to be such people. #langislit#faithfulpeople#teachingadvice
How can we encourage our students to be better readers and writers? By showing them great literature and great writing. #langislit https://t.co/OwT8gqMxRJ
the best advice i've ever been given by some of the most fire creatives in their respective industries is:
the best writers are the best readers.
the best filmmakers watch the most films.
the best designers read, watch, and study the most collections.
you've gotta study.
Monday I had the unique privilege of speaking with a 97 year old World War 2 veteran. It was educational and a beautiful reminder of the connections between all people. How can we invite these living legends into the classroom to share their knowledge? #langislit
Tuesday I participated in a social media fast and found myself with extra time to read some poetry! Social media is great, but like everything else, we must use it responsibly and use it to grow ourselves as scholars and people! It shouldn't just be a distraction! #langislit
Your school culture didnโt happen by accident. And it wonโt grow stronger by accident either. We must be intentional about developing an extraordinary culture of learning and excellence. #edchat
Today I had the chance to teach a reading group! We studied Saharan Trade Routes and it was a great example of integrating Social Studies Curriculum in with English! #langislit#literacyinstruction