4 Formative Assessment Tools for the Classroom
March 22, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Formative assessment is an important tool teachers can use to gage the effectiveness of their teaching. Teachers are able to assess the learning process and progress of their students and then modify their instruction accordingly. Here are 4 online formative assessment tools that help teachers to evaluate instruction and student achievement.
Socrative
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What is Place Based Learning and how can it be used in your Curriculum?
March 17, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
With Place Based Learning you can enhance education for you students. Learn what Place Based Learning is and how it can be used in your teaching.
What is Place Based Learning?
Did you think that the classroom was the only teaching place for students? If yes, then think again. Using Place based education, you can […]
How can Teachers Successfully Plan for and Carry Out Examining Student Work?
March 16, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Decide which of these Student Work Protocols are best for your classroom. Make informed Instruction patterns in order to tune your students learning goals.
A protocol is a means with a set schedule and specific guidelines that is used to examine student work. Choosing a pre-determined format helps structure the process of looking at […]
5 Tools to Help Students Learn New Vocabulary
March 15, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Help build students’ vocabulary in fun and exciting ways. Here are five tools teachers can use to exercise students’ analytical skills, improve typing ability and enforce spelling habits.
Knoword
Expand students’ vocabulary with this tool.
Vocab Genius
Improve vocabulary by using flashcards and set of words.
WordWriter
Create vocabulary lists.
What is Persuasive Writing and how can you Teach it in the Classroom?
March 10, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Use simple steps to understand persuasive writing and facilitate it in your classroom. These tips will make persuasive communication simple.
In Persuasive writing the writer tries to influence action or thought by presenting an opinion and various facts, statements and examples to validate the opinion. The student is encouraged to take a stand on […]
How can Teachers Effectively Assess Student Learning?
March 8, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Learn how to provide student assessments that are effective and facilitate growth in all areas of learning. Include simple components in your assessments to meet student goals.
In a standard-based integrated program, assessments often take the shape of a carefully designed general task through which students are asked to not only demonstrate understanding of […]
5 Coding Tools For The Classroom
March 8, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Coding is a very important skill for students to learn. It enables them to learn programming, behind the scenes contexts and become fluent with technology. It gives students an intellectual avenue to open up and express their creative ideas. Here are five tools teachers can use to teach students the fundamentals of coding […]
What are the Best EdTech Tools for Your Classroom?
March 3, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Learn how to make the right call regarding EdTech tools in your classroom. Educational Technology can enhance learning when integrated wisely.
EdTech tools are an integral part of a classroom. With the increasing number of tools available, it is normal to feel either overwhelmed by it or eager to use them all. While the […]
How Can Schools Help Build A Collaborative Culture To Improve Student Outcomes?
March 1, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Having a Collaborative Culture in your school can enhance learning for everyone. With the sense of teamwork, a school can work together towards the common goal of better education for all.
Collaborative reform shows great promise for ensuring the development of effective, inclusive programs that change teaching practices and improve student outcomes. These changes […]
What is Close Reading?
February 25, 2016 by Network Support · Leave a Comment
Close Reading in the classroom is a technique in order to help students better understand a text. Challenge your students with Close Reading to read with a deeper understanding.
The term ‘Close Reading’ refers to the process of an in depth analysis of a text, by which the meanings or layers are uncovered. This […]
