TEACHING METHODS/TEACHING STRATEGIES

Practioner's Corner: Strategies for Using Movement (Brain-Based Learning)

Excerpted from How the Brain Learns, 6th Edition—David A Sousa

Learn several key strategies for incorporating movement into your lessons for students of all ages, improving engagement and helping them retain the lessons learned. (Grades 6–12)

Affective Statements (Diversity and Equity)

Excerpted from Removing Labels, Grades K–12—Dominique Smith, Douglas Fisher, & Nancy Frey

This excerpt explains the what, why, and how of using affective statements. (All Grades)

Smart Goal Setting (Grading)

Excerpted from Balance with Blended Learning—Caitlin Tucker

This template for SMART Goal Setting, will help you set goals for grading that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely. (All Grades)

Listen Actively & Shape Your Perspective (Motivation)

Excerpted from Perspective! —Dr. Tommie Mabry

Discover the Dos and Don’ts of active listening and how to value the voices of others. (All Grades)

Critical Thinking: Five Key Questions (Questioning Strategies)

Excerpted from Beautiful Questions in the Classroom—Warren Berger & Elise Foster

Arm your students with questions that will help them evaluate information thoughtfully prior to making decisions or rendering judgement. (Grades 6–12)

Social Emotional Well-Being Strategies for Students (SEL)

Excerpted from Social Emotional Well-Being for Educators—Michelle L. Trujillo

Discover strategies to help your students with self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making. (All Grades)

Assertive Intervention with Parents: Planning Form (Working with Parents)

Excerpted from How to Deal with Parents Who Are Angry, Troubled, Afraid, or Just Seem Crazy—Elaine K. McEwan-Adams

This template guides you through preparing what to say during an assertive intervention with parents. (All Grades)