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How to Teach Better: Master Reading Differentiation Strategies

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This podcast with Jennifer Seravallo is dedicated to helping reading teachers improve their teaching methods by providing practical tips and in-depth insights into differentiated reading strategies. book that is new? book that is new?

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6 Steps to Teach Book Creation with Book Creator

The CoolCatTeacher

Book Creator , the simple ebook authoring program, encourages writing and creativity in kids. Soon, my middle schoolers will start writing books again but in the fall, we had a great experience. Before moving into the book creation, they have to draft, add transitions, receive peer feedback and check their work.

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How to Make Every Student Feel Valued

The CoolCatTeacher

Today, for Thought Leader Thursday, we are talking to Tom Hierck, 41-year educator, and author of 25 books. Tom shares how a sense of belonging is crucial for students' success and self-actualization. Tom is a compelling presenter, infusing his message of hope with strategies culled from the real world.

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How to Make Teaching A Long-Term Career: What Works

The CoolCatTeacher

Join us as we explore high-impact, low-effort teaching strategies crucial for bringing your best self to the classroom and forging a sustainable, rewarding career. His book, Teach From Your Best Self: A Guide to Thriving in the Classroom , will be released by Routledge in August 2023. Thank you for being helpful!

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10 Strategies Designed to Engage Elementary Students Online

Catlin Tucker

Below are ten strategies I hope will help elementary teachers to engage their young learners online. #1 Teachers can read students a children’s book during a video conference or link students to a specific story on Storyline Online , where an actor reads a children’s book aloud to kids. 8 Online Learning Stations.

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11 Tips and Book Recommendations for Encouraging Reluctant Readers

Waterford

Read on to discover strategies for engaging your classroom’s reluctant readers and getting them excited about stories—along with seven book recommendations to help you diversify your classroom library options! How to Motivate Reluctant Readers. With the right strategies, motivating reluctant readers can become much easier.

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Research Based Strategies for Distance Learning with Dr. Matthew Rhoads

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Research-Based Strategies for Distance Learning with Dr. Matthew Rhoads Dr. Matthew Rhoads is teaching at a distance and coaching other teachers to improve their teaching as well. Finally, he reflects on attendance issues and how to help students who need it most.

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