Saturday, December 5, 2015

Vocabulary Instruction

Vocabulary is essential in building skills in any subject. Getting the students to really understand word meanings and uses has it's challenged. Here I have compiled a TON of strategies to help you get through to your students more effectively.


Vocabulary

Standards Based Grading

So much is changing is  education these days and this grading system in particular is one of the more challenging movements to enter the landscape. If your school is adopting this system, this presentation is definitely worth checking out. I have compiled many FAQ's regarding Standards Based Grading to make the system more understandable for every teacher.


Standards Based Grading

Note Taking

Although we are moving towards a more inquiry based and student centered curriculum across the nation, note taking is still a critical component of the classroom. There are many helpful bit of information in this presentation regarding note taking that can help any teacher!


Note Taking Strategies

Differentiation

Our learners are as diverse and complex as they come. Finding ways to reach all of them can be a daunting task. Luckily, I have compiled this presentation of tips, tricks, and easy ways to make learning accessible for everyone.


Differentiation

Developing Rubrics

With so much emphasis placed on authentic, standards based assessment these days, here is a PowerPoint to help guide your rubric making! Within the presentation are guides for outlining objectives and aligning rubrics with learning goals.


Developing Rubrics