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5 Conditions for Getting Formative Assessment Right

Cult of Pedagogy

” Ideally, she says, teachers should have a plan B written into their lesson plans, a next step for what to do for students who show that they aren’t getting it. ” David-Lang says. “You can’t just say, I taught it and then it was learned. It was not learned.”

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Transform Your Google Calendar into a Digital Planner

Catlin Tucker

That leaves a small window of time for all of the other tasks and responsibilities that teachers have to juggle, including planning and designing lessons. . Planning is critical to creating meaningful learning opportunities for students. As a result, any tool that streamlines and organizes this work is appreciated.

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Learning Walks

A Principal's Reflections

To help achieve an ROI we increased the number of formal observations and evaluations, collected learning artifacts (lesson plans, assessments, student work, etc.) You can access and download the form HERE if you wish. and had staff create portfolios to show growth and changes to practice.

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5 Ways to Boost Lesson Planning and Student Learning with Notebook LM

Leah Cleary

Technology has transformed education, and Googles Notebook LM is a powerful AI tool that enhances lesson planning and student engagement. With features like content summarization, podcast generation, and streamlined lesson delivery, Notebook LM’s a must-have for teachers. You can also link to websites and videos.

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How to Do a Close Reading Lesson in Any Subject

Cult of Pedagogy

” Teaching Reading Across the Day includes lesson plans, templates, and links to video demonstrations of all nine lesson structures, plus commentary on the decisions made during these lessons to help teachers learn to be responsive to students. Over 50,000 teachers have already joinedcome on in.

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NewseumED’s Foolproof Guide to Media Literacy

Catlin Tucker

NewseumED is committed to helping students “learn how to authenticate, analyze and evaluate information from a variety of sources” and supporting teachers in putting “current events in historical context through standards-aligned lesson plans, videos, primary sources, virtual classes, and programs.”

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How to Choose High-Quality Social Studies Instructional Materials for Your District

TCI

For further insights, download the full eBook. Teacher Support Materials: Lesson plans, pacing guides, and professional development resources are often included. Download our comprehensive ebook to explore detailed strategies, practical examples, and actionable insights for selecting and implementing HQIM in your district.