A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 17, 2017

To help achieve an ROI we increased the number of formal observations and evaluations, collected learning artifacts (lesson plans, assessments, student work, etc.) It’s been a few years now since I left the principalship to pursue my new career as a Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE).

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 21, 2022

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. Often, the group came back with artifacts like tree core samples to share with their students when school starts in the fall.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 13, 2021

When suddenly propelled into distance learning last spring, educators rose to the challenge to meet the needs of students and families. Instructional technology is now undeniably viewed as an essential component to every district’s instructional plan, and with that, so should instructional technology coaches.

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ED Surge

JUNE 2, 2023

Both technologies have made their way into classrooms, leaving educational researchers wondering about their differences and implications for learning. For example, an AR app can create interactive 3D models of historical artifacts or scientific specimens that students can learn from and explore.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Reflecting on these moments, it is clear that the conversations around the deaths of these young Black men have had a profound impact on me, both as an educator and a human being. To some degree, our education system still perpetuates this flat and one-dimensional idea about the fragility of Black life. I am tired of Black death.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

When will this PD end so I can get back to lesson planning and grading student work?” For those who have been educators for any length of time, I’m sure this is a familiar scenario. We must commit to creating meaningful, purposeful professional learning experiences for our educators.

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Moler's Musing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Between managing the chaos of lesson planning, keeping up with my students, and coaching, it’s been a whirlwind. Also, if you’re interested in how AI can be used effectively in education, check out an article I contributed to in EdWeek: Can AI Be Used Effectively in Class?

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Studies Weekly

MAY 2, 2024

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2, 2024 • Studies Weekly Diverse perspectives strengthen education, according to Heather Singmaster’s EdWeek article from November 2018. They broaden students’ view of history and teach them to respect people from different cultures.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 3, 2016

It breaks up traditional courses into specific skills and abilities, called “competencies,” that students master through a personalized blend of traditional lesson plans, offline projects and real-world experiences. Lisa Kent, VLACS physical education and wellness teacher. Those ceremonies are amazing. Photo: Chris Berdik. “We

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Studies Weekly

MAY 6, 2024

Soft skills help prepare students to be critical thinkers and problem solvers who can succeed in higher education, future careers, and adult life. After students make their artifacts, they can practice listening and speaking skills by using the visuals as teaching tools.

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Digital Promise

MAY 23, 2017

Any experienced teacher knows the answer to this question is more complex than a simple “yes” or “no”; readiness to become a high-impact educator is an ongoing journey that begins well before that first moment leading your own classroom. Indeed, what are the first steps on the journey to great teaching? Formative Assessment. Collaboration.

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Edthena

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

The tools educators can use to guide viewing of instructional practice videos are called Focusing Techniques, and they are synthesized from research on teacher learning, self-reflection, and accelerated improvement. The Spot technique encourages educators to notice significant details within a larger context.

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Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Take advantage of your resources like lesson plans, teaching strategies, printables, and more. Your Studies Weekly Online classroom contains digital versions of your publications and more online resources like digital lesson plans, videos, and presentations you can project to the whole class.

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C3 Teachers

MARCH 30, 2022

Image of New York State Archives and Museum in Albany, New York Making connections with cultural centers offers educators a measure of expertise outside their own content knowledge and pedagogical skill. These advantages suggest why connections with cultural centers should matter to educators, students and the local community.

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Studies Weekly

JANUARY 10, 2024

10, 2024 • Studies Weekly In today’s digital age, technology integration in education helps prepare students for a world of screens. There has been a significant lack of motivation and engagement among students, and behavior issues are at an all-time high,” said Debbie Bagley, veteran educator and Studies Weekly Teacher Advocate.

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Rosie the History Teacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Smithsonian Learning Lab Last year, I attended the Museum Computer Network Conference to present on my work as the Education Advisor with Girl Museum. Change the title and description, add and remove artifacts from the collection, and make it into exactly what you need! Click on the button to copy the collection.

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Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 26, 2023

They can also cut out pictures to make foldables or other learning artifacts that help them think about and show what they are learning. Then, they can house their artifacts in their notebooks also. How often your students add to their notebook is up to you. Your students will get tired if they do the same thing every single day.

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Edthena

JANUARY 12, 2021

Video artifacts help confirm whether every educator interpreting the vision the same way. The shift to distance learning offers new opportunities for discussion and alignment of values to create a sense of unity among educators. Laura believes that a lesson study is a very powerful tool in lesson planning and reflection.

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Studies Weekly

JANUARY 8, 2024

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Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Create a Student Artifact Students can write about a favorite thing they learned or create a project about their learning, such as: a pop-up book, display tray, poster, or puppet to share with class. Encourage students to cut out pictures and words from their student edition for use in their creative artifacts of knowledge.

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Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Teacher Advocates are only available for classroom teachers currently using Studies Weekly materials. They are not available for homeschools.

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TCI

MARCH 6, 2025

With so many options available, its important to find one that not only meets educational standards but also engages students and supports teachers. She noted that the interactive lessons and engaging content kept students interested and motivated. “The students liked being able to basically hold artifacts in their hands.

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