Improving Reading Comprehension Through Use of Story Maps
Improving Reading Comprehension Through Use of Story Maps
A story map is a reading strategy that teaches students to monitor their understanding of materials by reflecting upon specific questions while reading. What, where, who, why and how questions are used to direct introspection. Some examples are:
What is the story about?
Who are the main characters […]
Setting Boundaries for Teacher- Student Online Communication
Setting Boundaries for Teacher-Student Online Communication
In today’s world, digital (online or electronic) communication is a common way to communicate. Applications like WhatsApp, Skype and Facebook Messenger allow teachers and students to communicate more freely and frequently with each other. These apps also allow users to share images, videos and documents. It is important […]
Encouraging Learning Through Peer Conferences
Encouraging Learning Through Peer Conferences
Peer conferences, or peer reviews, are student-centric learning strategies in which students share and review each other’s work. Primarily used as a writing strategy, peer conferences facilitate learning by providing students with the opportunity to:
Brainstorm and generate ideas for writing.
Select topics.
Prepare drafts for writing.
Review and revise partners’ work.
Critique and […]
5 Crowdfunding Tips for Teachers
5 Crowdfunding Tips for Teachers
When classroom budgets are limited and time constraints prevent teachers from organizing fundraising events like fairs and sales, teachers can turn to crowdfunding to raise money. Crowdfunding is a method in which teachers make use of specific online platforms, such as DonorsChoose.org and GoFundMe.com, and/or social media sites […]
Helping Students Overcome Language Barriers in the Classroom
Helping Students Overcome Language Barriers in the Classroom
When assessing a student’s readiness to learn, an important factor is language. Understanding and being able to communicate in English is an essential skill in classrooms. For students whose first language is not English, language can certainly be a barrier. Limited vocabulary and language skills may […]
Apps for Learning Spanish
Technology enables students to hear new vocabulary, practice and play games that strengthen language learning. Here are some apps and technology tools that make Spanish learning easy!
StudyBlue
Designs flashcards for future review.
SuperFlashCards
Create flashcards with basic and simple vocabulary as well as phonetics and translations.
Conversational Spanish
Helps visual learners practise basic conversational skills in Spanish.
Overdrive
Allows access […]
Tech Tools for Public Speaking
Public speaking for teachers is a daily activity. Every day, they are required to give lectures, make presentations, hold group discussions, organize parent teacher meetings and much more. Here are 5 apps to help teachers plan, prepare and practice for speeches.
Google Expedition
Helps teachers do in-depth topical research before lectures.
GoToMeeting
Allows web conferencing, debating and […]
7 Public Speaking Tips for Teachers
7 Public Speaking Tips for Teachers
Public speaking is integral to the routines of teachers. Teachers must address crowds on a regular basis, whether inside or outside the classroom. In fact, public speaking skills are essential for teachers to connect and engage with their students. Not all teachers, however, are comfortable speaking in […]
What are SDAIE Strategies?
What are SDAIE Strategies?
As classrooms become more culturally diverse, it is crucial for teachers to be familiar with strategies that can help students struggling with the English language (English Language Learners). Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) is a teaching approach that uses various strategies to teach academic content to ELL students.
SDAIE […]
Free Online Libraries Every Teacher MUST Know About!
It’s always hard to find books that you can give to every student in your classroom. Libraries just don’t have enough copies, and it can be expensive to buy one for all your students. Did you consider an online library which allows free downloads. Here are a few libraries you can browse for […]
