Educational Links 10/25/21

 

ADHD Guide

https://www.additudemag.com/category/adhd-add/adhd-essentials/

Staff Shortages Affect Students, Too. Here’s Where Schools Are Shutting Down

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/staff-shortages-affect-students-too-heres-where-schools-are-shutting-down/2021/10

A LOOK BACK: EVERY SCHOOL DISTRICT STAFFPERSON IN CHARGE OF CURRICULUM ADOPTION SHOULD READ THIS PIECE EXPLAINING WHY WE TEACHERS TEND TO NOT USE THE MATERIALS

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/10/23/a-look-back-every-school-district-staffperson-in-charge-of-curriculum-adoption-should-read-this-piece-explaining-why-we-teachers-tend-to-not-use-the-materials-2/?fbclid=IwAR2lbugkLlb3jTUyqs_7resmcb4Lo54Ih-ck7sHF8-lHfrI1rrxGwIhiBmg

Where There’s a Willing Educator, There’s a Way

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-10-18-where-there-s-a-willing-educator-there-s-a-way?https%3A%2F%2Ftrk.iste.org%2Fimpression%2F611ad61503d7560001797220%3Fsub1=6274529495134&sub2=6274529494934&sub3=6274529494734&sub4=Digital%20Promise%20-%20multiple&sub5=PK-12%20lookalike%2FCompanies%20and%20Nonprofits%20lookalike%2C%20US%2C%20CA%2C%2025%2B&sub6=%7B%7Bdigitalpromise-sponcon%7D%7D&sub7=Facebook_Desktop_Feed&sub8=fb&fbclid=IwAR3r7FI8L-LV0-qFLoATYxlERlAUxdOb9kWZ8BOIOz-QmraTRqHcqsNlYtA

Tips on Word Art, Fonts, and Special Characters in Google Docs and Slides

https://www.freetech4teachers.com/2021/10/tips-on-word-art-fonts-and-special.html?spref=fb&fbclid=IwAR0sgfUGkzDQo3MxGDgXMmSvyODqblsQO2wmBXnDpT27KjuPpOZHLI9qt04

Disciplinary literacy: why you need to embed it

https://www.tes.com/news/disciplinary-literacy-why-you-need-embed-it?fbclid=IwAR0eo1lElPGnRbk4_b1acjzDL3XssC0ppq9JA2xjBBd8uUettQiigf5C0P4

3 Simple Tech Tools to Bolster Literacy

https://www.edutopia.org/article/3-simple-tech-tools-bolster-literacy

While most elementary students are learning in person now, these tools are a big help in promoting literacy in or outside of the classroom.

Educational Links 10/24/21

 

Pediatricians say the mental health crisis among kids has become a national emergency

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58663/pediatricians-say-the-mental-health-crisis-among-kids-has-become-a-national-emergency

What Is The 3-2-1 Strategy And How Can It Be Used For Critical Thinking?

https://www.teachthought.com/critical-thinking/using-the-3-2-1-learning-strategy-for-critical-thinking/

Student engagement critical for academic, emotional recovery

https://www.k12dive.com/news/reports-highlight-importance-of-student-engagement-for-academic-emotional/608530/

State Test Results Are In. Are They Useless?

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/state-test-results-are-in-are-they-useless/2021/10

Play Is Disappearing From Kindergarten. It’s Hurting Kids.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2020-02-04-play-is-disappearing-from-kindergarten-it-s-hurting-kids

Some early childhood elements in Biden’s infrastructure bill get trimmed

https://edsource.org/updates/some-early-childhood-elements-in-bidens-infrastructure-bill-get-trimmed

Teaching Kids to Give and Receive Quality Peer Feedback

https://www.edutopia.org/article/teaching-kids-give-and-receive-quality-peer-feedback?fbclid=IwAR2JIvyEUmDMt1kGIWPSCX6UBA7S79WcpjkzUNy9u8eDR5PwNN5FQIXDzjY

Building a classroom culture of feedback requires scaffolding and a safe, nurturing environment, but it’s worth the effort, teachers say.

Educational Links 10/23/21

3 Group Work Strategies That Help Hold All Students Accountable

https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/group-work-strategies-that-hold-all-students-accountable/

How to Change the Layout in Google Meet

https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/how-to-change-the-layout-in-google-meet/?fbclid=IwAR28xpODANkzCoNJLbW5lFcbsdagVqvnseJlcXXl_UpdCizQ7TIcxoeECsA

Science Resources for Middle and High School

https://www.weareteachers.com/science-resources-for-middle-and-high-school/?utm_content=1634861100&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR1JzAhQTQfaQ-oti8nYdfnjNamk8kFEO_JCw-uyvWBTDJsPjwL4Qr3Q4Dc

 

Like a Personal Trainer for Your Brain

https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/brain-training-apps-like-lumosity/?fbclid=IwAR0j9BD8MceMZlVX-5bVMh8yBZujGhTbFLPOgZbQlergYeCfjjKMlyqXPFE

25 Sweet and Funny School Jokes for Kids

https://www.weareteachers.com/school-jokes-for-kids/?utm_content=1634663161&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR0XsfsqRWeNEY1PB15Q3qw8ihv1ISxz5lsMzKlL58MZ0RKPHxxEakPWQqI

White House Outlines COVID-19 Vaccination Plans for Kids 5-11

https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/white-house-outlines-vaccination-plans-for-kids-5-11/2021/10

10 Strategies That Support English Language Learners Across All Subjects

https://www.edutopia.org/article/10-strategies-support-english-language-learners-across-all-subjects

Teachers of any subject can use these tips to help English language learners be more engaged and at ease in class.

Educational Links 10/22/21

 

We’re Facing a Looming Crisis of Principal Burnout

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-were-facing-a-looming-crisis-of-principal-burnout/2021/10

Stanford study finds why writing a letter to a teacher can turn around the lives of some students

https://edsource.org/2021/for-some-students-simply-writing-a-letter-to-a-teacher-can-turn-their-lives-around-study-finds/662588

How arts practices can be the foundation of teaching and learning

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58668/how-arts-practices-can-be-the-foundation-of-teaching-and-learning

Think Digital Native Means Digitally Literate? Think Again.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-10-21-think-digital-native-means-digitally-literate-think-again

Mentors help students with learning disabilities gain confidence, become self-advocates

https://www.k12dive.com/news/mentors-help-students-with-learning-disabilities-gain-confidence/608691/

How 21st Century Thinking Is Just Different

https://www.teachthought.com/critical-thinking/how-21st-century-thinking-is-different/

Treating ADHD Without Medication: A Guide

https://www.additudemag.com/treating-adhd-without-medication/?fbclid=IwAR35fmo7sd7XvoM9Z8HaqCLFKJuP-OzCR2Xp5BVm9AZ60T9A0lOVZnYvrWw

The best ADHD remedies adopt a multimodal approach — combining different, complementary interventions that work together to reduce symptoms. Your ideal combination may include medication, diet, exercise, behavioral therapy, supplements, CBT, working with a coach, or joining an ADHD support group. Learn more about treating ADHD without medication here.

Educational Links 10/21/21

 

Keeping It Simple: 10 Timeless Fundamentals Of Teaching

https://wegrowteachers.com/keeping-it-simple-10-timeless-fundamentals-of-teaching/?fbclid=IwAR3BbXaoAcUC5kFi35s5bbRNUGLm3lJzQuBoipbTWoXaljv7DkM-d8okAYc

100+ Tips, Tools, and Lesson Ideas for Teachers

https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/100-tips-tools-and-lesson-ideas-from-teachers-celebrating-100-episodes-suls0100/?fbclid=IwAR33MHs9PllM88GwrXxPu-ngqyGncLqrLdCYBS4X38WFWoQVwF31cBMnX5w

Teachers Are Barely Hanging On. Here’s What They Need.

https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/barely-hanging-on/?fbclid=IwAR3nft_LR9NFVPLCnRMUbrGOK0ZZJN2G9dp9RietXg0SmOw-Gh8fD1Riv4E

Student engagement critical for academic, emotional recovery

https://www.k12dive.com/news/reports-highlight-importance-of-student-engagement-for-academic-emotional/608530/

Children, Teens Are in a ‘Mental Health State of Emergency,’ Child Health-Care Groups Warn

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/children-teens-are-in-a-mental-health-state-of-emergency-child-health-care-groups-warn/2021/10

Building a Better Check-In

https://www.edutopia.org/article/building-better-check

Building Effective Professional Development

https://www.teachertoolkit.co.uk/2021/10/18/bulding-effective-professional-development/?utm_content=buffer5c55c&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer&fbclid=IwAR2TjmbIXZ7td2ViJEQ2-bLmFK9hUm78xfkXaZLjSjt8znKivRK8lh97iZo

What is a “small teaching move” that you think is not as common as it should be? A “small teaching move” in this context is an action that would require very little prep, can easily be made into a routine or habit, and is likely to result in increased student engagement and learning.

Educational Links 10/20/21

 

The Post-App Era: What Is The Next Stage Of Education Technology?

https://wegrowteachers.com/the-post-app-era-what-is-the-next-stage-of-education-technology/?fbclid=IwAR09YiCRYX4lMphkA_lPhbjEOxX2aMMPQQyY0f0bRZ7AaKry22Mh3ID6jBk

TUESDAY’S NEW ARTICLES ON SCHOOL REOPENINGS

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/10/18/tuesdays-new-articles-on-school-reopenings-2/?fbclid=IwAR1bo2dHVCp5ssKzNrJ9c3_tb1srTrtHKtSg1A4HuKV9nNaTlo6iqIDd1qE

How student-led vision statements can nurture school community

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58616/how-student-led-vision-statements-for-can-nurture-school-community

What is autism?

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/what-is-autism

How administrators can address mental health and physical safety this fall

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/10/19/how-administrators-can-address-mental-health-and-physical-safety-this-fall/

How Staff Shortages Are Crushing Schools

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/how-staff-shortages-are-crushing-schools/2021/10

5 Ways to Use Word Clouds in the Classroom

https://www.edutopia.org/article/5-ways-use-word-clouds-classroom

Try these strategies for creating and using word clouds to help students better understand a topic and see it from a different angle.

Educational Links 10/19/21

‘This is not inclusive.’ Some students with disabilities are going without as districts scale back virtual programs

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58633/this-is-not-inclusive-some-students-with-disabilities-are-going-without-as-districts-scale-back-virtual-programs

It’s Time To Plan For Struggling Students From The Beginning

https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/plan-for-struggling-students-from-beginning/?fbclid=IwAR0chtdeLkhU9OkFw-F3yfbCcawsqOBmvXlezdQpv9KPW6s9U5q5pf6lXf4

THESE ARE THE PRIMARY TEXTS, ONLINE SITES & OTHER RESOURCES I’M USING IN MY CLASSES THIS YEAR

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/10/16/these-are-the-primary-texts-online-sites-other-resources-im-using-in-my-classes-this-year/?fbclid=IwAR005nL14Ei4F2Hucx-58DXCL9xUXwN3eonkhzmvBvQ2wIerYNU2lPxXAuc

What Is the Best Treatment for Anxiety?

https://childmind.org/article/behavioral-treatment-kids-anxiety/?fbclid=IwAR0e8KrZ4C7uH3Wcg_yyxAAhVbNOv9v_BAJkn1IZoKXsPWPrMiTv5Ie7kr4

How to improve low-level literacy

https://www.tes.com/news/eyfs-how-improve-low-level-literacy-primary-schools?fbclid=IwAR0ddD--HHz7QWv6BAuiijLApSYD7Hoo2jtZoe_sQIMM0levPF31T2qWgf4

CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION RESOURCES OF THE WEEK

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/10/16/classroom-instruction-resources-of-the-week-318/?fbclid=IwAR0TWDvpH9ucGLsxwzVoDBK1y-omk-bgecH9C_JHJl4TBYEmSN9l8w2dsE8

The Necessity of Finding More Ways to Praise

https://www.edutopia.org/article/necessity-finding-more-ways-praise?fbclid=IwAR3RS9QhM3yHIl0I2DQsCfozK5LqWejQvAlDKQniVqPpquWhmosUwcRXSno

Encouraging students is not enough, says a new study—you actually have to raise your ratio of praise to reprimands dramatically, and that might mean keeping track.