Brian J. Latella

Director of Curriculum & Instruction

[Alfie Kohn @alfiekohn]

Tara Holm, chair of the math dept. at Cornell, explains how - as research has shown - making kids engage in “persistent memorization” of math rules & formulas tends to undermine their logical thinking and ability to see the bigger picture: https://t.co/M7ne43kRvi

[Nell K. Duke @nellkduke]

What fosters reading comprehension growth? Knowledge building? Yes. Strategy instruction? Yes. Foundational skills development? Yes. Text structure instruction? Yes. Quality discussion of text? ALSO YES! To learn about research-supported approaches . . .
https://t.co/4C5FHF5KYh

[Alfie Kohn @alfiekohn]

I have boundless admiration for teachers who help kids read good books thoughtfully without turning it into a tedious structured exercise that pulls kids out of the text and focuses them on monitoring their own reading skills

[Alfie Kohn @alfiekohn]

One characteristic of extraordinary teachers is that they're not fazed by kids who challenge them; indeed, they welcome this. They're willing to reconsider what they've said, secure enough not to need to have the last word, & aware that arguing may help to sharpen kids' thinking.

[Brian J. Latella @latellabrian]

@JasonPowles @WKTV Keep up the great work, Jason!

[Brian J. Latella @latellabrian]

"Every child is born with immense natural talents. How they develop has much to do with the environment in which they are raised and the opportunities they are given. Education should be among the best of those opportunities." - Sir Ken Robinson, Lifelong Kindergarten #mcsblue

[Brian J. Latella @latellabrian]

My father gave this to me in high school and will move with me to my new office. Take those shots! #mcsblue

[MindShift @MindShiftKQED]

“The best teachers and coaches are developers of people as lifelong learners." https://t.co/lan89MPq9S

[Eric Sheninger @E_Sheninger]

Finding Balance in Today’s Classroom https://t.co/hLLKNUuYUX #edchat #edutwitter #remotelearning #hybridlearning

[Alfie Kohn @alfiekohn]

Tchrs who listen to kids’ conversations, observe their projects, & read their writing don't need to use tests. But this assumes kids have a chance to converse, design projects, & write. If they just listen to lecs & do wksheets, there’s not much authentic learning to BE assessed

[Alice Keeler @alicekeeler]

Esports in Education: Empowering Every Learner Through Inclusive Gaming by @mr_isaacs & @JLubinsky - https://t.co/Ua8wQzLkUS

[Dr. Alec Couros @courosa]

Accurate. #edtech #saskedchat #edtech

[Brian J. Latella @latellabrian]

"...innovate in one or more..."
start small #mcsblue

[Erikson Early Math @eriksonmath]

"As a boy in a kindergarten class I was observing said to his classmate, 'Don’t steal her struggle!'"
Spatial Relationships on the @playfulinvite blog:
https://t.co/n5MqpOUswl

[TC Advancing Literacy @TCAdvancingLit]

#TCRWP Spread the news, free workshops this fall! Mark your calendar!

[Rebecca Copp @rcopp3]

I was honored to be interviewed by @ADebrucque for her podcast! Check out some of her amazing work and you will feel uplifted and inspired!
These back to school ones are especially great for my educator friends! 🍎 📚 ❤️

https://t.co/8mOXfDToKt

[Brian J. Latella @latellabrian]

Landon and Sawyer on the way to the 2014 preseason game at @gillettestadium @ Gillette Stadium https://t.co/kxuANrXqQQ

[Marc Brackett @drmarcbrackett]

Here are some evidence-based strategies to manage our roller coaster of emotions this summer and fall. Hint: it starts with giving yourself & others #PermissionToFeel & never ends! :) @EdSurge @YaleEmotion @rulerapproach https://t.co/LIqLWsBe6Y… #edtech https://t.co/25aqqeUL9f

[Miss St. Louis @FirstInStLouis]

Ready for our first @Seesaw PD for the 2020-21 school year! I can’t wait to see all the amazing things @MehlvilleSD educators and students will do this year! #MSDR9

[Madison-Oneida BOCES @MOBOCES1]

We've published a children's book to help readers learn the Oneida language, thru a partnership with the Oneida Nation! Staff Dev & Early Childhood teams worked on instructional strategies, & our Print Shop produced the book. #buildingcommunity
Read more: https://t.co/xGckl4Ctef