@MeredithFrantz Yes. That is why relationships are imperative and a caring and inviting atmosphere. Our school building should have welcoming atmosphere.
A former kindergarten teacher is stocking barbershops with kid-approved books to help children of color identify as readers. That means books should be fun and kids need to see their lives and interests reflected in the stories they read. @NPRCoryTurner https://t.co/egXs9UR3Ad
@edventures Creating Relevant assessments that kids will enjoy, but these type of assessments take time. We do not have the time to do meaningful projects when districts are focussing on tests.
More schools are starting to build multipurpose collaboration hubs like this one at a public school in Michigan. Students use the Innovation Zone for presentations, group projects, and individual work. More photos of brilliantly designed schools: https://t.co/FRisa5j0jF.
There's no question that educators are under enormous pressure from all sides, but there's also no reason why the constraints that seem to limit #creativity couldn't also help guide and drive change https://t.co/lUTgYHax3j #edchat#latb49#teaching@TED_ED
Listening and sharing are the cornerstones of collaborative learning. We can learn more working together than working alone https://t.co/XxwUhQKjyR #edchat#collaboration#21sted#empathy
Students will be more likely to display positive academic habits when they are in an environment where they feel a sense of belonging, independence, and growth@paultough https://t.co/xa0L6OYD8g #edchat#sel#noncog