Educational Links 1/1/22

 

ED TECH DIGEST

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/09/21/ed-tech-digest-258/

The Importance of Recess

https://www.edutopia.org/video/importance-recess

A New Mindset for Teachers: Self-Care Is Not Selfish

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-31-a-new-mindset-for-teachers-self-care-is-not-selfish

Why agility training needs to be available for all students

https://edsource.org/2021/why-agility-training-needs-to-be-available-for-all-students/665048

The Best Of Smart Classroom Management 2021

https://smartclassroommanagement.com/2021/12/17/the-best-of-smart-classroom-management-2021/

The Elements Of A Literacy-Rich Classroom Environment

https://www.teachthought.com/literacy/the-elements-of-a-literacy-rich-classroom-environment/

How the stress of COVID news affects how kids learn and think

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/how-covid-news-stress-affects-kids

Along with all the chaos it’s caused, the COVID crisis has exposed many kids to loss and trauma. Some have experienced it firsthand, especially during the most intense periods of the pandemic. But even kids who haven’t been directly affected have been hearing about job loss, illness, death, and other upsetting situations.

Educational Links 12/31/21

The Sensory Room: Helping Students With Autism Focus and Learn

https://www.edutopia.org/video/sensory-room-helping-students-autism-focus-and-learn 

Educators Are Tired. It’s Time to Dream New Possibilities Into Our Schools.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-22-educators-are-tired-it-s-time-to-dream-new-possibilities-into-our-schools

Covid cases increasing rapidly in California children, newspaper reports

https://edsource.org/news-updates#covid-cases-increasing-rapidly-in-california-children-newspaper-reports

Education in 2021: 10 Photos That Capture a Chaotic Year

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/education-in-2021-10-photos-that-capture-a-chaotic-year/2021/12

5 tools that support project-based learning

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/29/5-tools-that-support-project-based-learning/

As learning lags for second year, how long will it take to bounce back?

https://www.k12dive.com/news/as-learning-lags-for-second-year-how-long-will-it-take-to-bounce-back/616470/

The scores highlight the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on student achievement, especially for students from marginalized communities who were already lagging behind their more affluent and White or Asian peers. They also raise questions about the long-term impact of school closures on those subgroups and potential timelines for recovery. 

Educational Links 12/30/21

 

Fostering an Effective Professional Learning Community at Your School

https://www.edutopia.org/article/fostering-effective-professional-learning-community-your-school

The Year in Review: Big Education Stories of 2021

https://www.edweek.org/education/the-year-in-review-big-education-stories-of-2021

Schools Use Trial and Error for Choosing Edtech, But They Don’t Have to

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-29-schools-use-trial-and-error-for-choosing-edtech-but-they-don-t-have-to

CDC issues new Covid safety recommendations

https://edsource.org/news-updates#cdc-issues-new-covid-safety-recommendations-california-to-follow-them

Post-Holiday Classroom Activities

https://www.teachhub.com/classroom-activities/2015/12/post-holiday-classroom-activities/

100 Search Engines for Academic Research

https://www.teachthought.com/learning/search-engines/

Need to get started with a more broad search? These academic search engines are great resources.

Educational Links 12/29/21

How school closures from COVID-19 have cost society

https://www.npr.org/2021/12/26/1068160156/how-school-closures-from-covid-19-have-cost-society

Education in 2021: 10 Photos That Capture a Chaotic Year

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/education-in-2021-10-photos-that-capture-a-chaotic-year/2021/12

Learning disabilities: What they are and aren’t

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/learning-disabilities-what-they-are-and-arent

How extra funding and learning time are helping students catch up from COVID interruptions

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58872/how-extra-funding-and-learning-time-are-helping-students-catch-up-from-covid-interruptions

Vocabulary Video Challenge

https://www.freetech4teachers.com/2021/12/vocabulary-video-challenge.html 

How edtech discoveries during the pandemic can turn into innovations after

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/28/how-edtech-discoveries-during-the-pandemic-can-turn-into-innovations-after/

6 Simple Ways to Build Trusting Relationships With Staff

https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-simple-ways-build-trusting-relationships-staff

Being vulnerable and taking the time to build a strong foundation helps nurture the change you want to see in your school.

Educational Links 12/28/21

 

8 virtual field trips for STEM education

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/24/8-virtual-field-trips-for-stem-education/

Omicron and Schools: Resources to Manage the Next COVID Wave

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/omicron-and-schools-resources-to-manage-the-next-covid-wave/2021/12

Best of 2021 - Combine Canva and TeacherMade to Create Online Activities

https://www.freetech4teachers.com/2021/12/best-of-2021-combine-canva-and.html

As learning lags for second year, how long will it take to bounce back?

https://www.k12dive.com/news/as-learning-lags-for-second-year-how-long-will-it-take-to-bounce-back/616470/

Post-Holiday Classroom Activities

https://www.teachhub.com/classroom-activities/2015/12/post-holiday-classroom-activities/

12 Simple Ways To Save Time As A Teacher

https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/save-time-in-the-classroom/

A Day to Celebrate Each Student

https://www.edutopia.org/article/day-celebrate-each-student

An activity that encourages high school students to honor their peers can help build a strong classroom community.

Educational Links 12/27/21

 

The Difference Between Search And Inquiry

https://www.teachthought.com/critical-thinking/right-information-right-time/?fbclid=IwAR3PJG0-gqpa5fowy6kzqJpbJd-QlupSOG7wXLIB_IzSSM3npCyl2DijRjU

Will DNA help us crack the code for student success?

https://www.tes.com/magazine/teaching-learning/general/will-dna-help-us-crack-code-student-success?fbclid=IwAR2Eob-_oq-4cus-HflyFWV6yP1d55h36RU8UPaaMU9p1XkFTrqNx3yV6GA

A LOOK BACK: ALL MY POSTS FOR THE BRITISH COUNCIL

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/12/26/a-look-back-all-my-posts-for-the-british-council-2/?fbclid=IwAR2O-6uPAlxGLiwzQxBoK7siNxGffeweZnbYfjWV8IeRyv1l0lEEZW2xni8

Tools That Help English Language Learners Online and In Person

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/57787/tools-that-help-english-language-learners-online-and-in-person?fbclid=IwAR15xz0MGz7hEbheJu4qe6T7sBg_Zf6FOFXA54ToXcoYR4dsVJWzG_6upzM

Six Tips for Developing Students’ Executive Functioning Skills

https://www.ascd.org/blogs/six-tips-for-developing-students-executive-functioning-skills?fbclid=IwAR1qF1MK_gAvB3-UlKqPoPHqmzTtrfAlCzRV4tyMZfJ7WuT7cdya9ZiwWLs

Building Your Education Team

https://childmind.org/article/building-your-education-team/?fbclid=IwAR1p4Nz53kf7UZgqdVfeOXyG9ri8EzPdYGwKozxk8fr6AJXcF0_Eia8q0XQ

Think Like This: Students Have the Best of Intentions

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-think-like-this-students-have-the-best-of-intentions/2021/12

Creative Ways to Teach Breathing Practices to Young Learners

https://www.edutopia.org/article/creative-ways-teach-breathing-practices-young-learners

Teachers can help students in preschool and the early elementary grades use mindfulness to find calm when they feel overwhelmed.

Educational Links 12/26/21

 

A LOOK BACK: THE FIVE-BY-FIVE APPROACH TO DIFFERENTIATION SUCCESS

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/12/25/a-look-back-the-five-by-five-approach-to-differentiation-success-2/?fbclid=IwAR2RB9hG0sb-AwzyB7lgJC_0AaxRpdsMy4l6BcQwec60wZ2tlT2TRvOmkJw

‘Bold, Audacious Goal': Coalition Pushes to Add More Than 1 Million Educators of Color

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/bold-audacious-goal-coalition-pushes-to-add-more-than-1-million-educators-of-color/2021/12

15 Examples of Student-Centered Teaching–And 15 That Are Not So Much

https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/student-centered-teaching/

Schools embrace tools to help 'overwhelmed' students

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58862/schools-embrace-tools-to-help-overwhelmed-students

Stress and anxiety

https://www.understood.org/topics/en/stress-and-anxiety

Tackling inequality: why you need this teaching tool

https://www.tes.com/magazine/teaching-learning/general/tackling-inequality-why-you-need-teaching-tool?fbclid=IwAR0WJF38Q-1LzRXtYozbJTi3Q8ubbPHJhKAnbsG0D6njgCn-uwJ_DCXaVvs

Improving Persuasive Writing With Evidence Scavenger Hunts

https://www.edutopia.org/video/improving-persuasive-writing-evidence-scavenger-hunts

When students compete in teams to weigh and evaluate evidence from a text, the work of revising essays becomes much more engaging.

Educational Links 12/25/21

Lessons Learned On The Journey To High Quality Student Work

https://www.teachthought.com/education/high-quality-student-work/?fbclid=IwAR2w845BHXoPlGXaCCcx4bB4_iPAwpyAcwSHGpNPI4Hn-D-miFrExi5yXn8

As Omicron Surges, Schools Battle Pressure to Stay OpenSEL

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/as-omicron-surges-schools-battle-pressure-to-stay-open/2021/12

Math Anxiety Hurts Too Many Kids. Here’s How We Can Curb It.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-20-math-anxiety-hurts-too-many-kids-here-s-how-we-can-curb-it?fbclid=IwAR083x_qMakAvrEUFB9HmptswVaEKgr4Ht8_Z-9t1O3Q5l4ZQOjpVyTJMns

Make Video Tutorials to Keep Kids on Track

https://www.middleweb.com/46263/make-video-tutorials-to-keep-kids-on-track/?fbclid=IwAR2BimeGLjHp91LCKkks6P_of9rALUAljzWyyvBtlpvLf2dZfmrES3lOFp4

MY LATEST BAM! RADIO SHOW IS ON HOW TEACHERS CAN MOST EFFECTIVELY ENGAGE WITH CLASSIFIED STAFF

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/12/24/my-latest-bam-radio-show-is-on-how-teachers-can-most-effectively-engage-with-classified-staff/?fbclid=IwAR23MCq6EUAyPDzrUD90geBWeqAib-tznQTxIyUFYjVu_RQ84aouB7r_OZk

How to Help Anxious Students Re-Adjust to Social Settings

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58462/how-to-help-anxious-students-re-adjust-to-social-settings?fbclid=IwAR23GhNqI-BJbGXM5WQu4zP9CRtJw7dUsr_f0y7tnGq6jl0D-Hy4juQouSA

Understanding Special Education Laws

https://childmind.org/article/understanding-special-education-laws/?fbclid=IwAR2DPVwyfddWSfOs94qrfTOZMix09-snskH53zmxh4_XDRDhEEO7Kijcwrc

Children with learning disabilities and mental health disorders are entitled to the help they need to succeed.

Merry Christmas from MzTeachuh

 

MERRY CHRISTMAS! 

Enjoy spending time with those you care about.

Have peace, rest and choose joy. 

Educational Links 12/24/21

 

The Benefits Of Work-Study Programs For Students

https://www.teachthought.com/education/benefits-work-study-programs/?fbclid=IwAR0AJSIfpDUiQk76J05x6CXZoeSyiIzT_yNlHIRDS_J-BqXMYBlzGXCY0WQ

ED TECH DIGEST

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/12/23/ed-tech-digest-269/?fbclid=IwAR3Hy-s74Nd6U2v8BKekK_iKw7Twj_mo-gAWHNszN8tmwlsQpQH3P36RiuM

More training for teachers to help English learners in Los Angeles

https://edsource.org/2021/more-training-for-teachers-to-help-fourth-and-fifth-grade-english-learners-in-los-angeles/664946?fbclid=IwAR2M9kukl_w2PUK_4gLvuWORkePpGbcZpWuvRIG72oJBpGMF_AxYZdvOAa0

This Moment in Education Is Demanding. To Move the Field Forward, We Must Support Educators in Three Key Ways.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-24-this-moment-in-education-is-demanding-to-move-the-field-forward-we-must-support-educators-in-three-key-ways

Omicron and Schools: Resources to Manage the Next COVID Wave

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/omicron-and-schools-resources-to-manage-the-next-covid-wave/2021/12

Building Meaningful Community

https://www.edutopia.org/article/building-meaningful-community?fbclid=IwAR1XZeFYO4Ngx2cG7rqQIphr9BBwolD_E_xD4UdcTO8eSBraFRfZD5Vj5KQ

Fight, Flight, Freeze… or Fib?

https://www.additudemag.com/why-lie-adhd-fight-flight-freeze/?fbclid=IwAR0qRxc_x9qlz2F7DrMWkaZ6yQctkBcYrBk8sESHatAiPV7_jZE4JTjbzQU

What if your child’s lying is not evidence of a character flaw or disrespect? What if his fibs are actually a self-preservation strategy rooted in poor inhibition, emotional regulation, working memory, and attention — all hallmarks of ADHD? This is the premise behind a new theory that is giving caregivers and educators a new, neurological lens through which to view lies.

Educational Links 12/23/21

 

9 Digital Learning Tools Every 21st Century Teacher Should Be Able To Use

https://www.teachthought.com/the-future-of-learning/digital-learning-tools-21st-century-teachers/?fbclid=IwAR0HZS1OcS7YtjiqV7nKBh6q7h3E3TkkPzVy1xSBp12gYVMX4DfcfQiiJtw

3 ways COVID actually made education better

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/22/3-ways-covid-actually-made-education-better/

How extra funding and learning time are helping students catch up from COVID interruptions

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58872/how-extra-funding-and-learning-time-are-helping-students-catch-up-from-covid-interruptions

When do kids learn to focus?

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/when-do-kids-learn-to-focus

A LOOK BACK: “EVERYONE IS A TEACHER” IS A NEW ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY I’M USING & IT SEEMS TO BE WORKING

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/12/18/a-look-back-everyone-is-a-teacher-is-a-new-engagement-strategy-im-using-it-seems-to-be-working/?fbclid=IwAR332L6tyx4Lj9eLkQs2uMVwod2g0-rNqcj9SBafPibncPnYAV-cYvIYXVU

One early educator explains the importance of transitional kindergarten

https://edsource.org/2021/one-early-educator-explains-the-importance-of-transitional-kindergarten/664899?fbclid=IwAR3tUwEJlY8i82gJXyLYW5be1QyHpFgHUqhJVrLiLeMt4bbi6JTvXLSpou4

5 benefits of hosting virtual parents’ evenings

https://www.tes.com/for-schools/blog/article/5-benefits-hosting-virtual-parents-evenings?fbclid=IwAR1Rn80MwVc4t3RCGXQEjxeKUUiDXZFoTNR1hFBp2cSYNbS21hjs3h3UmOY

Meeting parents digitally has advantages for staff and families alike, explain these teachers.

Educational Links 12/22/21

Why more Black families are homeschooling their children

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58844/why-more-black-families-are-homeschooling-their-children

4 areas of focus to drive the future of education

https://www.k12dive.com/news/4-areas-of-focus-to-drive-the-future-of-education/611840/

[Self-Test] Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults

https://www.additudemag.com/screener-autism-spectrum-disorder-symptoms-test-adults/

How educators can make time for self-care

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/16/how-educators-can-make-time-for-self-care/

The Teaching Profession in 2021 (in Charts)

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-teaching-profession-in-2021-in-charts/2021/12

 

Several school districts push back vaccine mandate deadlines

https://edsource.org/2021/several-school-districts-push-back-vaccine-mandate-deadlines/664786

3 Ways to Encourage ‘Coasting’ Students to Reach Their Full Potential

https://www.edutopia.org/article/3-ways-encourage-coasting-students-reach-their-full-potential

Students who are doing well—but could be doing much better—benefit from feedback that encourages self-monitoring.

Educational Links 12/21/21

When ‘Careless Mistakes’ Aren’t: Dyscalculia, Math Anxiety, and Learning Strategies That Help

https://www.additudemag.com/math-anxiety-dyscalculia-learning-strategies/?fbclid=IwAR2MHFsmDXyWCIbuEukDa5om4gWO_HIVua0-D_1eAPkIGzeJbfa64tyELcg

What Is an Educational Therapist?

https://childmind.org/article/what-is-an-educational-therapist/?fbclid=IwAR3e5L6R_xIYcNnFp6wRC1rZNKKzoXjMZJz35MKcqfh87_HNNrFC6xEaCUw

What Teachers Think Is—and Isn’t—Working This School Year

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-what-teachers-think-is-and-isnt-working-this-school-year/2021/12?fbclid=IwAR0rEDi_FxDy6E_df31TAgP1D5TnpDXJXEhiC_Fj7KtaOgP10SQmPG6kPM0

8 Ways To Grow As A Teacher 

https://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/8-ways-to-grow-as-a-teach/

How the difference between sound and noise can influence our ability to learn

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58835/how-the-difference-between-sound-and-noise-can-influence-our-ability-to-learn

Using Read-Alouds to Boost Students’ Creativity

https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-read-alouds-boost-students-creativity

Reading aloud to middle and high school students encourages them to think critically, fosters a sense of community, and makes learning fun.

MzTeachuh's Christmas Music Playlist

 MzTeachuh's Christmas Music Playlist

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA2SFaAnpsdCfFUnFy2ZnlECMJP6bDtkQ

Educational Links 12/20/21

Majority of Educators Believe Parents Should Be Involved in Curriculum Choices

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/majority-of-educators-believe-parents-should-be-involved-in-curriculum-choices/2021/12

8 difficult holiday situations for kids with anxiety

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/8-difficult-holiday-situations-for-kids-with-anxiety

4 education predictions for 2022

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/20/4-education-predictions-for-2022/

Math Anxiety Hurts Too Many Kids. Here’s How We Can Curb It.

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-20-math-anxiety-hurts-too-many-kids-here-s-how-we-can-curb-it

How TK can help students learning English as a second language

https://edsource.org/2021/how-tk-can-help-students-learning-english-as-a-second-language/664829

A Key Skill for World Language Learners

https://www.edutopia.org/article/key-skill-world-language-learners

How schools can support teenage literacy

https://www.tes.com/magazine/teaching-learning/secondary/how-schools-can-support-teenage-literacy?fbclid=IwAR1DXhIg_bluUrIxTU4C5ie9MVm2WUHx3VvEJHBZc0orNeLg3YF1s4jDMmc

Children don’t suddenly stop needing support for reading and writing once they leave primary school, yet there is little in the way of resources or training for secondary staff whose students are struggling.

Educational Link 12/19/21

A Classroom Management Secret Top Teachers Use

https://www.smartclassroommanagement.com/2009/07/11/a-classroom-management-secret-top-teachers-use/

How music can help kids learn literacy skills

https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/58810/how-music-can-help-kids-learn-literacy-skills

Helping students cope with change and disruption

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/helping-students-cope-with-change-and-disruption

Schools, classrooms close doors again in latest Covid surge

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/schools-classrooms-close-doors-latest-covid-surge-rcna9193

Addressing students’ pandemic ‘learning loss’

https://www.eschoolnews.com/2021/12/17/addressing-students-pandemic-learning-loss/

“Santa, I Have a Big Problem with Your Naughty or Nice List. Here’s Why.”

https://www.additudemag.com/santa-naughty-nice-adhd-autism/ 

Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)

https://www.edutopia.org/social-emotional-learning

Find and share resources for creating a healthy school culture by helping students develop skills to manage their emotions, resolve conflicts, and make responsible decisions.

Educational Links 12/18/21

 

5 Mental Habits That Support Lifelong Learning

https://unremba.wordpress.com/2012/03/12/5-mental-habits-that-support-lifelong-learning/

Children Need Reading Role Models: Here's How You Can Be One

https://www.scholastic.com/parents/books-and-reading/raise-a-reader-blog/reading-role-models.html?eml=PAR%2Fsmd%2F20211216%2FFB%2FPost%2FPAG%2FReadingRoleModels&fbclid=IwAR18uPXkr2PKh_6gcqVwDcKlnSnG_TGaUyWB8H1OlZKySkXjYFMox2Wm1ks

6 ways the COVID crisis can help kids build strengths and skills

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/covid-crisis-child-build-strengths

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=IwAR04bYuFQg2OhqU1LxQmz84uGt_g-Ldw90gq82vkqJwoVDiwXp4uHumKDKQ

14 Measurement Apps for Math and Science Lessons

https://www.teachthought.com/technology/measurement-apps/

A LOOK BACK: WHEN A “GOOD” CLASS GOES “BAD” (AND BACK TO “GOOD” AGAIN!)

https://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2021/12/17/a-look-back-when-a-good-class-goes-bad-and-back-to-good-again-3/?fbclid=IwAR0-bDeBzP2zn4sB8m1b2nXWXSihAZ54ds2PpyLHKM2KS1D0mF1Zah_YiEA

The 11 Most Popular Edutopia Stories of 2021

https://www.edutopia.org/article/11-most-popular-edutopia-stories-2021

We tallied up the numbers to see what you found most compelling at Edutopia this year—here are our top stories, blogs, and videos of 2021.

Educational Links 12/17/21

 

Personalized Learning Debates Put Too Much Emphasis on Technology, School Leaders Say

https://www.edweek.org/technology/personalized-learning-debates-put-too-much-emphasis-on-technology-school-leaders-say/2021/12

Our students deserve better than our woeful school libraries

https://edsource.org/2021/our-students-deserve-better-than-our-woeful-school-libraries/664652

Omicron Is Coming. How Can Schools Prepare?

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-12-08-omicron-is-coming-how-can-schools-prepare

What is trauma-informed teaching?

https://www.understood.org/articles/en/what-is-trauma-informed-teaching

20 Critical Thinking Questions About Christmas Pop Culture In The United States

https://www.teachthought.com/critical-thinking/critical-thinking-questions-about-christmas-holidays/

Activities for Character Education During the Holidays

https://www.teachhub.com/classroom-activities/2020/12/activities-for-character-education-during-the-holidays/

Incorporating Robotics Across the Curriculum

https://www.edutopia.org/article/incorporating-robotics-across-curriculum

There’s a place for lessons involving robots in every grade and every subject—not just science and math but English and social studies too.