Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

First, the mini-lessons are typically slated for 15-20 minutes, yet it is not uncommon for them to balloon into 30+ minute instructional sessions. These mini-lessons consume more time than intended because a few students struggle to understand the concept or process being presented and need further instruction or explanation.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 3, 2024

Project or Performance-based: These choice boards present students with a range of projects or performance tasks to choose from, allowing them to explore and engage deeply with a subject or demonstrate their learning. Want To Learn More About Choice Boards? Check out my advanced blended learning course!

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

You’ll learn from other school leaders who have successfully built a network of contacts and resources, and develop strategies to help you do the same in your community. In addition, you’ll learn how to create a well-balanced presentation of your schools’ current needs to energize community members to get involved. Learn More.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In my last blog post titled “ Part I: Maximize the Impact of Explicit Teaching with Blended Learning ,” I explored the benefits of shifting from explicit teaching as a whole class experience to a differentiated small group experience. What types of review activities can help students learn this key vocabulary?

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 3, 2021

Carol Ann Tomlinson, a guru in differentiation, defines this component for us: “…at its core, differentiated instruction means addressing ways in which students vary as learners.” Choice boards are one way to meet kids where they are as learners, as well as, give them ownership in their learning.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

I have delivered hundreds of workshops and presentations. Part 3: Tech Resources and Tools for Differentiated Learning … Writing Process. I do really hope you enjoyed the prior two posts on differentiated instructions tools for reading using technology. I enjoy learning from all of you.

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