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4 Question Types for Deeper Learning

A Principal's Reflections

They comprise the core of any meaningful learning experience and are at the heart of virtually every type of pedagogical approach. Poorly constructed questions can stifle learning by creating confusion, intimidating students, and limiting creative thinking. Sometimes the most practical way is to look at what is used daily.

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How to Have Deeper Learning and Better Schools

The CoolCatTeacher

Deeper Learning can happen as we work to connect with students and transform them into critical thinkers as well as knowledgeable about our content areas. Pear Fair is happening Wednesday, July 28th and I’ll be presenting 8 Ways to Engage Every Learner along with many other fantastic educators. You can mix and match your tracks.

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Edmodocon 2013

Baker's B.Y.O.D.

My best buddy and partner in crime, Liz Calderwood, and I are presenting at Edmodocon 2013 this summer! We are one of 15 presenters chosen for this global, virtual and free conference. Our session is titled Classroom Gymnastics: How to Use Edmodo for BYOD, 1:1 (When you can be), Paperless, and Flipped Learning.

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Teacher Engagement Part I: Understanging Cognitive Engagement in Blended Learning Environments

Catlin Tucker

A teacher’s cognitive engagement is the degree of attention to and investment in their work (Klassen, Yerdelen & Durksen, 2013). Teachers Find their Role as Designer of Learning Experiences Cognitively Engaging. Teachers as Architects of Learning Experiences. When this surfaced in my research, I was not surprised.

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Research: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Learning

TeachThought - Learn better.

Research: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Learning contributed by Michael Mirra Abstract Diversity has been at the forefront of educational discussions over the last few years. This paper explores the impact socioeconomic status has on student learning in order for teachers to have a better understanding of their diverse classroom.

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Modern Learning Strategies: 6 Channels Of 21st Century Learning

TeachThought - Learn better.

Modern Learning Strategies: 6 Channels Of 21st Century Learning. This post has been updated and republished from a 2013 post by Terry Heick. Teachers often wrestle with two big questions: How do people learn, and how can they do it better in a constantly evolving context? learning). Learning Channels.

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The Present Moment is Our Friend

The Principal of Change

My good friend, Patrick Larkin , purchased the book for me, “ 10% Happier “ I have been enjoying it, and this quote gave me pause for personal and professional reasons: “Make the present moment your friend rather than your enemy. Don’t ignore the future but remember to value the present. Dan Harris, 10% Happier.