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Teach Vocabulary with the Frayer Model

Ask a Tech Teacher

Somewhat like Concept Circles , the Frayer Model uses a graphical organizer that asks students to describe words by much more than a memorized definition. Those four segments may vary but will build understanding not just of the word’s definition but its purpose in conversation. Take any questions they have.

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How a growing number of states are hoping to improve kids’ brains: exercise

The Hechinger Report

Students can also choose from two additional exercise-focused electives — dance and personal fitness — which for some students can mean a 40-minute exercise period every day. Teacher Travis Olsen has an exercise bike in the back of his seventh-grade science classroom that kids are welcome to use whenever they feel the need.

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Pile of Words: Drive Deeper Engagement with Vocabulary at the Beginning of a Unit, Text, or Project

Catlin Tucker

You are the best judge of how many words you think your students can handle for an exercise like this. Encourage them to capture their definitions in their notes so they are easy to reference throughout the unit, text, or project. Step 2: Group students and give them time to discuss and define. Which words do they know?

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18 Things Teachers Do Before 8am

Ask a Tech Teacher

She includes chores like exercise, eat a healthy breakfast, map out the day–all great ideas, but not pithy enough for the average teacher I know. More teacher posts: Definition of ‘Teacher’ You Know You’re a Techy Teacher When… What’s a Tech Teacher Do All Day?

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Four Practical Ways to Blend

A Principal's Reflections

Here is my definition shared in Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms that makes a distinction between instruction: Blended instruction is what the teacher does with technology. While there are many strategies to personalize, blended pedagogies represent the most practical means.

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Best Vocabulary Apps for Kids

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

WordPal’s features include multiple-choice questions, clear definitions, context examples, progress tracking with five distinct levels, and a sleek design. It features game-like exercises, allowing kids to practice words in various contexts and collect points. Regardless of their proficiency level, Atlas caters to everyone.

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Starter Exercises for Interactive Storytelling

ProfHacker

Here are a few exercises that provide playful starting points to making interactive narratives: Interactive Fiction Party Game: Emily Short recently shared the ruleset for a brilliant Interactive Fiction “party game” she created for a game designer picnic, LudoLunch. .”) Share your tips in the comments. [