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Sabina Mammadova
Ana Sayfa
Activities in Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Year 12
Science Fair
Science Field Trip
Educational Speeches
Global Teaching & Professional Qualifications
Completed Courses
Professional Development
Voluntary Activities
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Teacher Training Resources
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Ana Sayfa
Activities in Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Year 12
Science Fair
Science Field Trip
Educational Speeches
Global Teaching & Professional Qualifications
Completed Courses
Professional Development
Voluntary Activities
Articles
Teacher Training Resources
Awards, Honors, and Appreciation
School Events
Teacher's Life
Teacher Training Resources
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #share #sources #quizzes #free #educators #trainers #teachers
I would like to #share some #sources for preparing #quizzes (#free) to #educators, #trainers, #teachers 👩🏫 You can also find pre-designed quizzes in some of…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #classroom #jobs #leadership #communication #collaboration #research…
#Classroom #jobs are important in terms of improving student's #leadership, #communication, #collaboration, #research skills and increasing their…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Arts & Culture Expeditions - Google Arts & Culture
400+ virtual field trips are available on Google Arts & Culture—allowing #teachers, #parents, and #students to #explore topics and locations in 360°. Subjects…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #virtualeducation #education #digitaltools #3d #science #scienceeducation…
I am sharing several links of digital tools which involve 3D models, animations and simulations for Science lessons: 1. PhET Interactive Simulations…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #certificates #courses #educators #teachers #personaldevelopment…
I have completed 87 courses in Coursera by financial aid, or some funding programs, not for #certificates, for personal and professional development. I would…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #games #resource #teaching #subjects #useful #game #gamebasedlearning…
I have collected names of 10 programs, or websites in the list below, they involve #games as a #resource for #teaching some #subjects 👾 They can be #useful in…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Could Minecraft be a school?
You can come across the "Educational benefits of using Minecraft" within the table in this article. It was an interesting and useful article about Game-based…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Inspiring The Future - Redraw The Balance
The experiment in class about gender stereotypes. Redraw the balance ✨ #genderstereotypes #classroom #psychology #genderequality #YouCanBeAnything…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Many of us mistakenly believe that we work best under the pressure of a…
Many of us mistakenly believe that we work best under the pressure of a last-minute deadline but this is generally not true. A review of twenty-four…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Play Interland - Be Internet Awesome
I am sharing the link to the Interland #game. I tried to give brief information about the properties of each kingdom that are located within the game…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: The Eisenhower matrix: How to manage your tasks with EISENHOWER
✅ Eisenhower Matrix is a method of #prioritizing your #tasks on the basis of their #urgency. It helps to determine the activities which are #important and the…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #goal #plan #methods #support #evaluate #learning #selfgrowth…
📚 In self-directed learning, we should take as many responsibilities and actions as possible: - choose a learning #goal; - create and follow a #plan for how…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Microplastics found in human blood for first time
🔴 Microplastics found in human blood for first time
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #motivational #encouragement #freedom #wins #applause #handle #criticism…
"For now, what I hope to convey is that experts and beginners have different #motivational needs. At the start of an endeavour, we need #encouragement and…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: The list of International schools in Baku, Azerbaijan
I collected the #list of #websites, and #Facebook pages (in the document) of #international #schools in #Baku, #Azerbaijan. You can find the "#Career" or…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teacher #training #needs #analysis #academic #context #administration…
I have always to interest in being a teacher trainer. Recently, I completed the course named "Professional Development for Teacher Trainers" a massive open…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teaching #science #technologies #news #read #articles #researcher…
I would like to share my #teaching experience on assignments 👩🏫 In #Science, students need to be aware of cutting-edge #technologies, and #news and #read…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #level #digital #learning #tools #badge #flip #subject #social #daily…
Today I have been selected Flip Certified #Level 3, this is the highest level of being a Flip certified educator, there are 3 levels. In total, I know more…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #grit #adults #experiment #ignoring #yelling #children #aggressive #copies
If you want to bring forth #grit in your child, first ask how much passion and perseverance you have for your own life goals. A young child's instinct to copy…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teaching #parenting #teachers #difference #students
In fact, emerging research on #teaching suggests uncanny parallels to #parenting. It seems that psychologically wise #teachers can make a huge #difference in…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: How We Accidentally Started Making Infinite Robots
Living robots - #Xenobots 🤖 #livingrobots #biology #xenobot #geneticengineering #bioengineering
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: BBC Storyville The Gene Revolution
Highly recommended if you have an interest in #Genetics, gene therapy, #CRISPR technology, genetic disorders, especially sickle cell anemia 🔬 #crispr…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #benefits #extracurricular #teenagers #success #graduate #college…
Even more convincing for the #benefits of long-term #extracurricular activities comes from a study conducted by psychologist Margo Gardner. Margo and her…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #ai #exam #quizzes #tests #topic #keywords #words #generate #questions…
5 Artificial Intelligence (#AI) and #exam maker tools for creating #quizzes, and #tests (Part 1) 👩🏫 🟡 Quizbot - Text about the topic will be added to…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #ai #tools #illustrations #quizzes #tests #ai #diagrams #paraphraser…
9 Artificial Intelligence (#AI) #tools for creating diagrams, #illustrations, #quizzes, and #tests (Part 2) 👩🏫 🟡 ChatUML - This #AI tool helps to create…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #learning #students #resources #digital #free #feedback #excel #visual…
💡Identifying the #learning style of the #students is important because you can decide what kind of #resources can be shared with these students, and how the…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #psychology #pedagogy #documentary #therapy #ideas #mind #uncertainty…
I have an enormous interest in the #Psychology field beside #Pedagogy. This #documentary is about Phil Stutz and his tools for #therapy. I share below some of…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #free #courses #teachers #inclusive #creative #resources #primary #teach… | 55 comments
British Council offers several #free training #courses for teachers, especially for language #teachers. I am sharing below their links, there are more courses,… | 55 comments on LinkedIn
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #free #teachers #course #certified #enroll #adobe #courses #education…
Adobe offers #free professional development opportunities for all subject #teachers within Adobe Education Exchange, and at the end of the #course, you will…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #thinking #educators #trainers #teachers #tools #ideas #synthesizing…
Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education designed Project Zero's #Thinking Routine Toolbox for #educators, #trainers, and subject #teachers. it…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #purpose #project #habit #effectiveness #motivation #inspiration…
"When you are inspired by some great #purpose, some extraordinary #project, all your thoughts break their bounds. Your mind transcends limitations, your…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #overseas #teachers #recruitment #jobs #international #schools #free…
I would like to share the links of the main platforms that help #overseas #teachers with the #recruitment process: 🌐 Search Associates 🔶…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #differences #calculating #disorders #children #reading #writing…
⚜️ Learning disorders (#differences) in children that are related to reading, writing, #calculating, and listening After watching Taare Zameen Par (Like Stars…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #free #test #knowledge #skills #grammar #vocabulary #reading #listening…
🟡 Have you tried to take a #free language #test by British Council's English Score app? British Council: English Score app includes several tests where you…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #educational #movies #teachers #students #school #discipline #education…
🎥 #Educational movies There are some inspiring #movies about #teachers, #students, #school life, #discipline issues, in total, the #education system. I want…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teachers #exchange #scholarships #teaching #research #global #classrooms…
🔷 The Fulbright Program for #Teachers (Part 1) I will share below the link, you will find teacher #exchange opportunities (#scholarships) for U.S. and…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teachers #exchange #scholarships #fulbright #teachingscholarship…
🔷The Fulbright Program for #Teachers (Part 2) I will share below the link, you will find teacher #exchange opportunities (#scholarships) for non-U.S…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #models #posters #experiments #presentation #portfolio #reflection #school…
💡Students make several #models, presentations, and #posters, and do some #experiments during a term. At the end of the term, they can take a picture of these…
Google Classroom introduces Excuse feature | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
🟡 Google #Classroom has a new #feature - In assessing students you can also choose #Excuse (Ctrl+Alt+E) if the student has an acceptable reason for not…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #curie #nobel #physics #trend #generations #inspirational #education…
“120 years ago, Marie Skłodowska #Curie was the first woman to be awarded the #Nobel Prize in Physics. I am the fifth. For more than 100 years, only two women…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #open #free #courses #learners #professionals #enrollment #career… | 15 comments
The Online Professional English Network (#OPEN) Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. OPEN includes several #free #courses for English Language… | 15 comments on LinkedIn
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teachers #strength #weakness #students #support
#Teachers can identify the capability (#strength and #weakness) of #students and do #support them on their way for doing their best 👨🏫 Her story is one of…
PlantWave: Music composed by plants | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
💡This is how #music composed by plants #sounds like 🌿 🎶 According to the scientist, they attach 2 sensors to plants' leaves and plant wave detects these…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #research #university #time #money #media #adolescents #social #anxiety…
The results of different #research about well-being from "The Science of Well-Being for Teens" course of Yale University at Coursera: ⚜️ The probability of…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #communities #certifications #teachers #opportunities #resources #support… | 13 comments
A few years ago, I searched about #communities and #certifications for #teachers, and now I am sharing with you links for updated information about these… | 13 comments on LinkedIn
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teacher #ai #education #free #ai #aiinclassroom #certification #course…
If you are a #teacher 👩🏫 and have an interest in Artificial Intelligence (#AI) in #education, you can check out #free courses of well-known companies. 1…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #aesthetic #secondary #learning #development #science #study #creativity…
A few years ago, I had the privilege to research while defending my master's degree thesis on the transformative power of #aesthetic education in lower…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #collaborative #teachers #free #grow #community #collaboration #kahoot…
Discover Kahootopia on Kahoot! 🤖 Kahootopia is the ultimate tool for #collaborative learning, and it’s now available for free! #Teachers can create up to two…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Revolutionary AI-powered GCSE Programme
UK's First 'Teacherless' AI Classroom 👩🏫 🤖 A private school in London is breaking new ground by launching the UK's first classroom without human teachers.…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #periodic #element #element #atomic #3d #historical #cultural…
3D Periodic Table of Google 📌 Did you know that the Art & Culture Experiments with Google platform designed the 3D Periodic Table, which is an interactive…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #classroom #ai #teachers #learning #education #linkedin #pollresults #poll…
David Game College in London has recently launched the UK’s first #classroom entirely powered by #AI for GCSE students, sparking a lot of conversation about…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #worklifebalance #wellbeing #teachers #educators #education #linkedin…
As an educator, I wanted to give fellow teachers and educators the chance to express how they are feeling about their current work-life balance. Checking in on…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teacherappreciation #supporteducators #teachersmatter…
📊 I created a poll on LinkedIn for asking, "What’s the best way to show appreciation to teachers?" The results are in! With 91 votes, here’s what educators…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #proteins #alphafold #database #resource #google #ai #3d #nobel #chemistry…
🔬 Last year, while teaching the topic of #Proteins to my Grade 12 AS level students, I introduced them to the #AlphaFold Protein Structure #Database. We…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #nobel #physiology #medicine #microrna #gene #microrna #cells #tissues…
This year’s #Nobel Prize in #Physiology or #Medicine #2024 celebrates the groundbreaking work of Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their discovery of #microRNA…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #science #template #classroomdecoration #bunting #adobeexpress #classroom…
I designed all these buntings in the video with Adobe Express for my #Science classroom. You can find the link below for the #template and detailed…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Rollo May on boredom and creativity
🟡 "If you're going to avoid #boredom as an #adult, you have to learn to face it as a #child see the boredom pushes you into your own #imagination and I don't…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #companies #organizations #free #courses #training #teaching #professional…
🟡 Below are platforms from major #companies and #organizations offering #free #courses and teacher #training. If you want to enhance your #teaching skills and…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teaching #visualizing #listening #articles #video #article…
🟡 I created a video based on my LinkedIn article, "#Teaching in 5 Schools Over 6 Years: Advantages and Disadvantages", bringing it to life for those who…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #gamebasedlearning #activelearning #interactivelearning #studentengagement…
📊 Thank you to everyone who voted in my recent poll on game-based learning on the LinkedIn platform! Here's what educators and professionals think students…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #microlearning #microlearning #education #microlearningcontent…
📊 I appreciate everyone who participated in my recent poll on #Microlearning content on LinkedIn! A total of 15 people participated in the poll. Here are the…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #21stcenturyskills #futureskills #criticalthinking #digitalliteracy…
📊 I share the results of my recent poll on the most essential skills for success in the 21st century which was shared on LinkedIn! A total of 55 people…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Nurturing Growth Beyond the Classroom The Vital Role of Social and…
🟠 I created a video about my LinkedIn article, "Nurturing Growth Beyond the #Classroom: The Vital Role of #Social and #Emotional Learning in Education"…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: The implication of ChatGPT in education
🟡 My #video on "The Implications of ChatGPT in Education" has become one of my most-read pieces on The International Schools Network platform, with 129 views.…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: The Effects of Using Digital Learning Tools on Students' Learning…
🟡 I’m sharing my #video on "The Effects of Using Digital Learning Tools on Students' Learning Achievements," inspired by my first #article published on The…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Digital Educational Games for the Implementation of Game-Based Learning
🟡 My #video on "Digital Educational Games for the Implementation of Game-Based Learning," inspired by my #article published on The International Schools…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Digital resources such as simulations and animations and their…
🟡 I’m sharing my video on "Digital Resources such as Simulations and Animations and Their Implications in Science Classrooms," inspired by my article…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Learning by reading Websites, and digital learning tools for reading on…
🟡 New video 🟡 I am creating 1-2 minute short #videos about my #articles or #topics I’ve researched and want to share. Today, I created a video for my…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #nautilus #books #nemo #imagination #adventure #science #julesverne…
📚 I am a fan of Jules Verne's book and have read "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" and "The Mysterious Island." I’ve also enjoyed films like "Around the World in…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Using digital learning tools to raise environmental awareness among…
New short video 🟡 Using #digital learning tools to raise #environmental awareness among students 🌱 By leveraging interactive platforms and simulations…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Application of CK 12 as a digital learning tool in the education process
Short #video about Application of CK 12 as a digital learning tool in the education process 🏫 CK-12 (CK-12 Foundation) is a very useful digital learning…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Cultivating Critical Thinkers Leveraging Project Zero's Thinking Routine…
Short video about Cultivating Critical Thinkers Leveraging Project Zero's Thinking Routine Toolbox 🏫 The article and video discusses Project Zero, Harvard…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Enhancing Science Education with Mind Maps Utilising Coggle and Lucidchart
Short video about Enhancing Science Education with Mind Maps Utilising Coggle and Lucidchart 🏫 Mind mapping is an effective educational technique that…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Implementation of several digital learning tools PBS Learning Media, PBS…
Short video about Implementation of several digital learning tools PBS Learning Media, PBS Kids, and PBS for Parents 🏫 PBS Learning Media is a versatile…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Leveraging NASA's Educational Resources for Enhanced Science Learning
Short video about Leveraging NASA's Educational Resources for Enhanced Science Learning 🚀 NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's extensive…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: Free online professional development opportunities for teachers
Short video about Free online professional development opportunities for teachers 👩🏫 Supporting #teacher development is crucial for enhancing education…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #children #website #interactive #downloadable #printable #resources…
🤔 Did you know that The University of Manchester designed The #Children's University of Manchester #website? 🎓 This resource is tailored for a primary…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #debonos6thinkinghats #creativeproblemsolving #decisionmaking #innovation…
De Bono's 6 thinking hats 🎩 I learned this method from a former MYP Coordinator. You might find it helpful too. De Bono's 6 Thinking Hats is a powerful tool…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #studentcenteredlearning #activelearning #personalizedlearning #edtech…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: Which approach best supports student-centered learning? The poll votes by 35 people. Results are shown below: Active…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #studentcenteredlearning #educationchallenges #teachingstrategies…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: Which is the biggest challenge in implementing student-centered learning? The poll votes by 27 people. Results are shown…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #studentcenteredlearning #effectiveteaching #educationmatters…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: How do you feel about student-centered learning? The poll votes by 72 people. Results are shown below: Highly effective 50%…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #teachers #stress #teachersupport #education #mentalhealth…
🌟 Poll Results: How Can We Best Support a Stressed Teacher? 🌟 A few weeks ago, I designed a poll on LinkedIn on how we can best support #teachers who are…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #learninganddevelopment #skillbuilding #personalgrowth…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What's your favorite way to learn new skills? The poll votes by 58 people. Results are shown below: Online Courses…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #lifelonglearning #skilldevelopment #timemanagement #motivationmatters…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What’s the biggest barrier to learning for you? The poll votes by 51 people. Results are shown below: Time Constraints.…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #personaldevelopment #mindfulness
"Your anger? It’s telling you where you feel powerless. Your anxiety? It’s telling you that something in your life is off balance. Your fear? It’s telling…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #pollresults #poll #linkedin #edtech #educationaltechnology…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What is the biggest challenge in implementing EdTech? The poll votes by 35 people. Results are shown below: Lack of funding…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #pollresults #linkedin #edtech #educationtechnology #digitaltransformation…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: Which EdTech tool has the most potential for transforming learning? The poll votes by 33 people. Results are shown…
Sabina Mammadova on LinkedIn: #benefits #balance #hiring #class #poll #educators #educational #financial…
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What would help attract more qualified teachers? The poll votes by 120 people. Results are shown below: Better work-life…
#studentengagement #activelearning #edtech #innovativeteaching… | Sabina Mammadova
💠 Keeping students engaged in learning is key to a successful classroom. Different strategies work for different learners, but what do you find most effective…
#teachers #leaders #resistance #external #immunity #change #internal… | Sabina Mammadova
🦋 Immunity to Change Protocol #Teachers and #leaders often face #resistance — not just from within, but from #external pressures like unsupportive…
#studentengagement #activelearning #edtech #innovativeteaching… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What best keeps students engaged in lessons? The poll votes by 80 people. Results are shown below: Hands-on activities…
#decisions #stories #patience #resilience #wisdom #growthmindset… | Sabina Mammadova
"Bad #Decisions Make Good #Stories" – Ellis Vidler. I came across this quote on a T-shirt in a shop 👕 , and I loved it 😃 It made me think about how many times I’ve faced setbacks on the way to success. Every failure, every wrong turn, every "bad decision" has shaped my journey—and, honestly, they’ve made some of the best stories to tell! This is something I always remind my students: You are writing your own story with #patience. Mistakes are not failures; they are lessons. As long as you learn and grow from them, they help you build #resilience and #wisdom. So, embrace the journey. Keep moving forward. One day, your "bad decision" or failure might just turn into the best chapter of your story 📖✨ #GrowthMindset #PersonalGrowth
#tuckman #group #team #forming #storming #norming #performing #adjourning… | Sabina Mammadova
🚀 Understanding #Tuckman’s 5 Stages of #Group Development: Where Does Your Team Stand? This valuable framework is something I learned from the Harvard Graduate School of Education course, and I believe it can be applied to any #team! 🟡 #Forming – Getting to Know Each Other This is where everyone’s still figuring things out. Team members are polite, and unsure about their roles. You’re all trying to figure out the group's purpose, who does what, and how things should work. 🔹 People introduce themselves, set goals, and avoid conflicts. 🟡 #Storming – The Struggle for Power Here’s where things get a bit messy. Now that everyone knows each other, differences in working styles, opinions, and leadership start to show. It’s common for power struggles or disagreements to arise, but this phase is crucial for growth and understanding. 🔹 Conflicts arise, frustration builds, and there might be tension between team members. 🟡 #Norming – Finding a Rhythm At this stage, the team starts to click. Members begin to accept their roles, trust each other more, and start working together smoothly. There’s a sense of unity, and collaboration becomes easier. 🔹 Members resolve conflicts, communicate better, and feel more comfortable sharing ideas. 🟡 #Performing – Peak Productivity This is where the team is truly in sync. Everyone knows their role. Motivation is high, trust is solid, and things just get done. 🔹 The group works effectively, solves problems, and hits their goals. 🟡 #Adjourning – Wrapping Up As the project or team wraps up, there’s a sense of accomplishment—or sometimes sadness about parting ways. It’s important to reflect on what was achieved and the lessons learned. 🔹 The team says goodbye, shares feedback, and celebrates successes. Understanding these stages helps teams navigate challenges and work better together. It helped me understand where I currently stand and how to handle the situation more effectively. It truly works in real life. #Leadership #Teamwork #Growth #TuckmanStages #TeamDevelopment #Collaboration #LearningJourney #Education
#teacher #observations #secondary #experiences #schools #group #students… | Sabina Mammadova
#Teacher’s Lens ✴️ 1️⃣ ✳️ Group Work Challenges and Rewards: Helping Students Grow Beyond the Classroom I would like to share some of my #observations about lower #secondary students based on my #experiences in different #schools. Managing #group work can be challenging, as #students naturally prefer to work with their friends. Sometimes, we allow this, while at other times, we encourage them to #collaborate with classmates outside their usual circles. Conflicts may arise, and when they do, students often need our #guidance to resolve them 👩🏫 Despite these challenges, group work remains one of the most effective learning methods. Through this #process, students develop essential skills such as #conflict resolution, problem-solving, #collaboration, #research, #social interaction, self-management, and the ability to #support others. More importantly, they genuinely enjoy working in groups 🥳 I recall asking students after a Science Fair which #skills they had improved, and many initially responded, "None." 🤦♀️ However, during #reflection, when asked about their most #memorable moments which they improved some skills, nearly all of them mentioned the preparation and exhibition process for Science Fair. This highlights an important truth: students don’t always recognize their #growth immediately. However, over time, they understand the skills they have developed and the impact of our guidance. #Education is not a process measured in days, months, or even a single year. It takes time. But one day, when they apply these skills in real life, they will remember the moments when we helped them grow. They also learn from one another, and group work— especially #teamwork —is one of the most powerful ways to foster that growth 👯 #TeacherReflections #GroupWork #CollaborativeLearning #StudentGrowth #21stCenturySkills #EducationMatters #Learning #ClassroomManagement #TeamworkSkills #ProblemSolving #CriticalThinking #SelfManagement #ConflictResolution #Teacher #TeachersObservations #TeachersLens
#teacher #teacher #hiring #success #leader #enthusiasm #potential #skills… | Sabina Mammadova
#Teacher’s Lens ✴️ 2️⃣ ✳️ The Power of Belief in Unlocking Potential: Continuous Growth and Learning Not every student is fortunate enough to meet a #teacher who truly believes in their potential. The same is true in adulthood—especially in the #hiring process. Sometimes, #success depends on meeting a manager or #leader who recognizes your #enthusiasm and #potential, someone who helps you grow and refine your #skills day by day 👩🏫 I always say that #schools are not just places for #students to #learn; teachers are also constantly learning and enhancing their skills. If our learning stopped the moment we graduated from university, life would lose its excitement 📚 In today’s rapidly changing world, continuous #learning and self-improvement are more important than ever. There will be times when you hear that you’re not experienced enough or that you’re not the right fit for a position 🤷♀️ Obstacles and setbacks are inevitable. But the choice is yours—will you let negative feedback hold you back, or will you seek new #opportunities, build your skills, and expand your #network? 😉 I hope you cross paths with people who recognize your potential and offer you the chance to #grow. Because sometimes, all it takes is one person who believes in you to set you on a path to success 🌸 Until then, the best we can do is continue #upgrading our skills 🌱 #LifelongLearning #GrowthMindset #EducationMatters #TeacherReflections #UnlockPotential #CareerGrowth #LearningJourney #TeachersObservations #TeachersLens
#classroommanagement #buildingrelationships #positivelearning #education… | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 "Good classroom management is about building relationships." This is a quote I heard from one of my Heads of Department. In the heart of every effective classroom is trust and respect. When students feel seen, heard, and valued, they are more engaged, cooperative, and eager to learn. Building meaningful relationships not only fosters a positive learning environment but also enhances growth and development for both students and teachers. #ClassroomManagement #BuildingRelationships #PositiveLearning #Education #Teacher #Educator
#curriculumdesign #educationmatters #innovativeteaching… | Sabina Mammadova
✨ “Curriculum cannot be rigid. Keep the standards, change the approach to them.” I came across this idea during a course, and it deeply resonated with me. It perfectly captures how we should approach any curriculum—with clarity on outcomes, but flexibility in how we get there. #CurriculumDesign #EducationMatters #InnovativeTeaching #StudentCenteredLearning #FlexibleLearning #EducationLeadership #LearningStandards #TeachingApproach #EducatorMindset #CurriculumDevelopment #Education #Teacher #Educator
#ai #science #free #video #aiineducation #scienceed #edtech… | Sabina Mammadova
#AI-Generated Video for #Science Subject 🟡 🔬 🔭 I explored several AI platforms to determine which one is most suitable for generating videos from text, using only #free versions. After testing multiple options, I found one that currently meets the requirements—it allows #video creation from a text prompt and also generates a script along with voice narration. For now, I’ve tested it using the topic "Structure of the Atom." ⚛️ #AIinEducation #ScienceEd #EdTech #AIgeneratedVideo #StructureOfTheAtom #TeachingWithAI #STEMeducation #DigitalLearning #InnovativeTeaching #AItoolsForTeachers #ScienceMadeSimple #EdTechInnovation #VideoLearning #NextGenLearning #AIinScienceTeaching
#avatar #ai #text #video #cellstructure #organelles #free #texttovideo… | Sabina Mammadova
Turning Text into #Avatar Videos: Exploring the Power of #AI-Generated Content 🌟 Part 1 I just generated two different AI videos from #text to #video! This is the first one, featuring an avatar explaining #cellstructure and #organelles 🔬 While it's primarily created by AI, I did edit a few parts after it was generated 🤓 It's completely #free, although there are daily, weekly, or monthly limits on free usage. Now, I can create my own videos for my classes 😁 #TextToVideo #AIVideo #AIgeneratedContent #AICreation #AvatarVideo #CellStructure #Organelles #AItools #FreeAI #AIVideoEditing #TechInnovation #DigitalCreation #ExploreAI #AIexploration #Science #Biology #STEM #AIinEducation #Education #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #Educator
#ai #video #animations #organelles #free #texttovideo #aivideo… | Sabina Mammadova
Turning Text into Videos: Exploring the Power of #AI-Generated Content🌟 Part 2 In this AI-generated #video, I didn’t make any edits. It features background music and #animations, which are great advantages. However, a downside would be that the #organelles could have been chosen more precisely, and more organelles could have been included. But for a #free attempt, it's not bad at all! 🤔 #TextToVideo #AIVideo #AIgeneratedContent #AICreation #AvatarVideo #CellStructure #Organelles #AItools #FreeAI #AIVideoEditing #TechInnovation #DigitalCreation #ExploreAI #AIexploration #Science #Biology #STEM #AIinEducation #Education #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #Educator
#teacherwellbeing #teacher #selfcare #education #teacherlife #linkedin… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What helps you manage stress as a teacher? The poll votes by 71 people. Results are shown below: Exercise or physical activity 41% ✅ Meditation or mindfulness 13% Talking to colleagues 24% Spending time with family 23% It looks like when it comes to managing stress, teachers mostly turn to exercise or physical activity. Other strategies include chatting with colleagues, spending time with family, and practicing mindfulness or meditation. It’s clear that staying active and having a support system play a big role in helping teachers unwind and handle stress 🏃♂️ 🏀 🎾 📸 A picture is generated by Adobe Firefly AI tool 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #TeacherWellbeing #Teacher #SelfCare #Education #TeacherLife #Linkedin #Poll #Education #Educator
#teacherhiring #educatorrecruitment #careerineducation #teacher #linkedin… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: Which step in the teacher hiring process challenges you the most? The poll votes by 101 people. Results are shown below: Interview prep 8% Waiting period 38% ✅ Salary negotiation 18% Cannot get response 37% The poll revealed that the most challenging part of the teacher hiring process for many is the waiting period, with a significant portion of respondents finding this aspect the most difficult. Closely following are issues like not receiving responses from employers, and salary negotiation, which also posed challenges for a number of participants. Interview preparation, though important, was seen as less of a challenge for most. These results highlight the frustrations teachers face during the hiring process, particularly around communication and uncertainty. 📸 A picture is generated by Adobe Firefly AI tool 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #TeacherHiring #EducatorRecruitment #CareerInEducation #Teacher #Linkedin #Poll #Education #Educator
#teachers #asia #ai #classroom #educators #interview #gamification… | Sabina Mammadova | 15 comments
Invitation for #Teachers from #Asia Integrating #AI into the #Classroom 👩🏫 We’re inviting passionate #educators from Asia to take part in a one-on-one online #interview and share how you’re using AI in your classroom — from #gamification to lesson #planning and beyond. ℹ️ Details: • Format: 1:1 online interview • Duration: 45 minutes • Led by: Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland (Ayaz Karimov, Aytaj Ismayilzada) and Sabina Mammadova (EdTech enthusiast, Singapore) • Privacy: Fully anonymous No prep needed — just your real experiences! Interested? Comment below or send us a message! 📩 #EdTech #AIinEducation #TeachersOfAsia #DigitalLearning #AIClassroom #EdTechAsia #InnovativeTeaching #FutureOfEducation #GamifiedLearning #LessonPlanning #TeachingWithTech #EducationInnovation #OnlineInterview #TeacherInsights | 15 comments on LinkedIn
#ai #educational #video #water #tool #generate #science #advantages… | Sabina Mammadova
#AI generated #educational video 💻 I created this #video from a text prompt using the Image-to-Video AI platform to illustrate the #water cycle process 🌊 I share my experience with this #tool and how it can be used to #generate educational videos for #Science! 🟢 #Advantages - Speed: Generated in under 1 minute - Free: No cost to generate for this video - Quality: It’s not bad, even though the quality is 360p - AI-driven: Powered by generative AI - Access: You can access it with ChatGPT Plus. 🟡 #Disadvantages - Short Duration: The video lasts only 5 seconds - Customization Limits: No ability to edit or customize the video - Accuracy Issues: The video lacks precise details - One Attempt Only: Limited to a single try (18 credits was given and it was enough only for one video) - Lack of Context: The video lacks deep narration or explanation - No Subtitle Option: There's no way to add subtitles - No Voice Recording Option: No option to include a voiceover I frequently test various AI tools to see how well they can be incorporated into my #lessons. Sometimes I'll try to share my experiences with these tools 👩🏫 #AIinEducation #EdTech #WaterCycle #Science #ScienceVideos #AIgenerated #GenerativeAI #EducationalTechnology #AItools #TeachingWithAI #EdTechInnovations #ScienceTeaching #AIForLearning #VideoCreation #AnimationInEducation #AIExperiment
#classroom #education #motivated #engaged #behavior #reinforcement… | Sabina Mammadova
How to Reinforce Good Behavior in the #Classroom 🫣 One of the challenges in #education today is keeping students #motivated and #engaged — especially when boredom can lead to disruptive #behavior 😬 I think that positive #reinforcement doesn’t always have to involve stickers or #rewards — it can be as simple as giving #students a sense of #ownership, #responsibility, or #recognition. How can we apply #privilege-based reinforcement effectively? 💡 ✅ Let the student sit in the #teacher’s chair during quiet #reading time ✅ Send a positive email to #parents to appreciate students' efforts (it will also help to involve parents in the education process) ✅ Allow the student to use #device (laptop, tablet) during recess or #break ✅ Assign the student as the teacher’s special #assistant for a task or a #lesson ✅ Offer consistent verbal #praise — or even just a smile, a nod, or a thumbs-up! These small privileges can go a long way in reinforcing good behavior and building a positive classroom #culture 👩🏫 🤔 What about your class? What #strategies have worked best for you when it comes to classroom #management and creating a #motivating, respectful space for students? #TeacherTips #PositiveReinforcement #ClassroomManagement #StudentMotivation #EducationMatters #MindfulTeaching #BehaviorStrategies #StudentSuccess #Education #Teacher #Educator
#skills #communication #thinking #social #research #students #activity… | Sabina Mammadova
How Do I Design Student-Centered Learning While Creating Activities? 🤓 When I design a task, I try to pay attention to which #skills can be improved with this task (#communication, critical or creative #thinking, #social, self-management, #research, information literacy, etc.). I try to give space to #students for learning. That is why, when I design an #activity or #assessment, I decide the type of #work (individual, pair, or group). If it is a #formative assessment, I let the students choose their work style. But if I observe that a student always chooses to work individually, I try to #encourage this student to join different #groups in terms of #socializing. Sometimes, they can even choose the #learning method (making a presentation, creating a podcast, creating a video, etc.). If it is a #topic that is given to students and they come up with suggestions, I consider and usually accept them. I try to build relationships with students and understand their #strengths and difficulties. This skill is also helpful when I design an activity for them. For example, if a student is good at drawing, I ask them to also draw and describe a #process, and they love drawing. 😊 These are the main points I try to pay attention to. 🖼️ The picture was AI-generated in Adobe Firefly by Kevin Pymm. #StudentCenteredLearning #SkillBasedEducation #DifferentiatedInstruction #FormativeAssessment #CollaborativeLearning #StudentVoiceAndChoice #CreativeTeaching #InquiryBasedLearning #PersonalizedLearning #BuildingStudentStrengths #FlexibleLearning #ATLskills #ReflectiveTeaching #EmpoweringStudents #Education #Teacher #Educator
#video #ai #generator #educational #solar #science #free #design #prompt… | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 AI-Generated Educational #Video 📽️ This is another attempt of mine to use #AI video #generator tools for #educational purposes. In this case, I wanted to apply it to the #Solar System topic in #Science 🌏 I'm genuinely excited about the result—it's one of my best so far! What amazes me is that these videos can be generated for #free, as long as you know how to #design an effective #prompt and choose the right #tools for your purpose. This particular video was generated using ChatGPT Plus, and I’m quite satisfied with the outcome. It has a #storytelling style, which I love—after all, everyone enjoys a good #story! 😊 Although there were options to edit the video, I decided to keep it exactly as generated, without any modifications. I'm still #learning and #exploring which tools can be most beneficial for #educators, and I remain curious about the many possibilities AI offers in #education. One challenge I’ve noticed is the overwhelming number of AI tools available—many are highly recommended but turn out to be less useful in practice. Interestingly, some lesser-known tools have proven to be more #practical and suitable for #educational settings. That’s why it’s important to #experiment with different tools and prompts to find what works best. I hope you enjoyed this AI-generated video as much as I did! 😃 #AIinEducation #EdTech #AIEducation #TeachWithAI #AIforLearning #FutureOfEducation #EdTechTools #DigitalLearning #SolarSystem #ScienceEducation #SpaceLearning #STEMeducation #ScienceIsFun #LearnWithAI #AIVideo #AIVideoGenerator #ContentCreation #StorytellingInEducation #FreeAItools #EdTechInnovation
#teachers #home #europe #salary #website #teacher #education… | Sabina Mammadova
🏠 Can #teachers afford to buy a #home in #Europe? According to EuroNews, the least affordable country for teachers is Hungary, where they would need over 35 years’ #salary (443 months) to afford a 100 m² home. The time also exceeds 30 years in: • Slovakia – 398 months • Czechia – 383 months This data reflects the growing disparity between public service wages and the cost of living across Europe. 🌐 The link for the #website: https://lnkd.in/guXEtCFb? #Teacher #Education #TeacherSalary #HousingAffordability
#teachers #research #ai #asia #education #primary #secondary #experience… | Sabina Mammadova | 66 comments
Note: We already have a sufficient number of interviews. Thank you for your contribution to our research on AI in Education! 🙏 🙂 🟡 Calling #Teachers in Asia: Join a #Research Interview on #AI in Education I’ve had the chance to talk with many teachers across #Asia, but we’d love to hear from a few more to better understand how AI is being used in #education — whether in #Primary or #Secondary schools. If you're open to sharing your #experience — from using AI for #gamification, lesson #planning, or anything else — check out the details below! ℹ️ Details: • Format: One-on-one online interview • Duration: 30 minutes • Privacy: Completely anonymous • Led by: Researchers from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland (Ayaz Karimov, Aytaj Ismayilzada) and Sabina Mammadova (EdTech enthusiast, Singapore) No prep needed — just your honest experiences! Interested? Drop a comment or message us directly! 📩 #EdTech #AIinEducation #ResearchInterview #TeachersInAsia #DigitalLearning #AIClassroom #EdTechAsia #InnovativeTeaching #FutureOfEducation #GamifiedLearning #LessonPlanning #TeachingWithTech #EducationInnovation #OnlineInterview #TeacherInsights #Interview | 66 comments on LinkedIn
#sweden #ban #schools #phones #primary #secondary #technology #classrooms… | Sabina Mammadova
Initially, I came across reports suggesting that #Sweden 🇸🇪 intends to #ban devices in #schools. Upon further research, I discovered that while Sweden is planning to implement a ban on mobile #phones in #primary and lower #secondary schools starting July #2026, it's not a complete ban on all #technology in #classrooms. 🔍 Key Insights: 🔷 Mobile Phone #Policy: Students will be required to hand in their mobile phones at the start of the school day and retrieve them at the end. 80% of Swedish schools already have some form of mobile phone restriction in place. Exceptions will be made for specific situations, such as medical needs or educational purposes, at the discretion of school authorities. 🟡 #Digital Tools in Education: Sweden is not eliminating technology from classrooms entirely. Instead, the focus is on reducing excessive screen time, especially for younger students, and emphasizing traditional learning methods like printed books and handwriting practice. 🔷 #Educational Outcomes: This shift is in response to concerns about declining basic skills among students, potentially linked to overexposure to digital devices. For instance, the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) highlighted a decline in Swedish children's reading levels between 2016 and 2021. 🟡 #Investment in Traditional Resources: The Swedish government has announced plans to invest 685 million kronor ($68 million USD) this year and another 500 million kronor ($50 million USD) in both 2024 and 2025 to reintroduce printed textbooks into schools. This approach underscores the importance of a #balanced integration of technology in education, ensuring that digital tools enhance rather than hinder learning. 🔍 It raises important questions for all of us in education: 🔸 How can educational systems worldwide find the right balance between traditional teaching methods and modern technology? 🔸 What measures can be taken to ensure that technology serves as a tool to enhance learning without causing distractions? 🔸 Should other countries consider similar policies? The link for the video: https://lnkd.in/gzdPdkG8 The link for the article: https://lnkd.in/gvWTAZxv #Education #SchoolPolicy #Teaching #StudentWellbeing #EdTech #Schools #Teaching #Learning #ScreenTime #SwedenEducation #EdReform #FutureOfEducation
#interactive #ai #free #educators #resources #course #aiineducation… | Sabina Mammadova
I created this #interactive simulation on animal cell organelles using #AI and then recorded it — all completely #free! 🤩 It’s been such an interesting experience. As #educators, we now have the ability to build our own engaging digital #resources with the help of AI. I’m still exploring different AI tools and their capabilities, and I’m planning to share everything I’ve learned in a future post — or perhaps even turn it into a #course 🤔 Let’s see where it goes! #AIinEducation #EdTech #TeacherCreated #InteractiveLearning #AIEdTools #AnimalCell #CellOrganelles #FutureOfLearning #EdTechInnovation #TeacherLife #Microlearning #AIforTeachers #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Teacher #InteractiveSimulation #Simulation #AIgeneratedSimulation
#ai #simulation #quiz #activity #prompts #ai #create #interactive… | Sabina Mammadova
#AI-Generated #Simulation + #Quiz + Drag-and-Drop #Activity (Created in Under 10 Minutes) 🟡 I’ve been experimenting with improving #prompts for #AI tools to #create #interactive #learning resources. This time, I tested whether a simulation, quiz, and drag-and-drop activity could be generated quickly and accurately—and they were all created in less than 5 minutes! 😶 I tested the quiz and drag-and-drop tasks using both correct ✔️ and incorrect ❌ responses. They worked well and were able to identify mistakes and correct answers effectively. The simulation also functioned properly, especially after resetting. ✅ Key Advantages: - Fully #free to use - Fast #generation time - No spelling errors (unlike some other AI #tools) - Quiz and drag-and-drop activities are interactive and responsive ⚠️ Limitations: - Currently, there’s no option to download the simulation or activities - Some scientific content is not described accurately or in sufficient detail - The simulation requires resetting to function properly Despite its limitations, this is a promising tool for creating quick, interactive #science learning content. Still exploring ways to refine it! #AIEducation #InteractiveLearning #EdTechTools #ScienceEducation #GameBasedLearning #DigitalTeaching #AIinClassroom #BiologyTeaching #EdTechExperiment #TeacherInnovation #QuizActivity #DragAndDrop #STEMEducation #EdTech #AIGeneratedContent #ScienceEducation #Biology #TeachingWithAI #FreeEdTechTools #AIforTeachers #DigitalLearning #InnovativeTeaching #Science #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher
#ai #animation #educational #free #aiineducation #edtech… | Sabina Mammadova
#AI-Generated #Animation: How Gas Exchange Works in the Lungs 🫁 This is my first attempt at creating an #educational animation using #free AI tools — and while there’s room for improvement, I’m quite pleased with how it turned out! It took no more than 5 minutes 😃 I’ll be sharing more about the tools I used very soon ✨ #AIinEducation #EdTech #AIGeneratedContent #EducationalAnimation #ScienceEducation #GasExchange #LungFunction #Biology #TeachingWithAI #FreeEdTechTools #AIforTeachers #DigitalLearning #InnovativeTeaching #Science #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher
#simulation #mitosis #meiosis #mitosisandmeiosis #celldivision… | Sabina Mammadova
AI-generated #simulation on the topic of #mitosis and #meiosis 🧫 #MitosisAndMeiosis #CellDivision #BiologySimulation #AIinEducation #EdTechInnovation #AI #EdTech #Biology #Science #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Education #Teacher
#ai #simulations #chemicalbonding #interactivelearning #aiedtech… | Sabina Mammadova | 10 comments
🟡 Exploring the Potential of Free #AI-Generated Interactive #Simulations ⚛️ Topic: Chemical Bonding #ChemicalBonding #InteractiveLearning #AIEdTech #DigitalTeachingTools #STEM #ScienceSimulations #EdTechInnovation #AIinScience #LearningWithAI #EdTechResources #TeachingWithTech #AIforEducators #EdTech #AIforTeachers #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Teacher | 10 comments on LinkedIn
#ai #biological #protein #educational #free #education #resources… | Sabina Mammadova
🎥 Free AI-Generated Video 🧬 Topic: Protein Synthesis (Transcription & Translation) 🔸 Style: Low Polygon 3D Animation This video was created using #AI tools to demonstrate how complex #biological processes like #protein synthesis can be visualized effectively for #educational purposes. Of course, it can be improved—this was just made using the #free version of the tool 🟡 As part of my ongoing exploration into the role of AI in #education, I regularly test and develop #resources — #animations, #simulations, and #digital tools— to assess their potential benefits and drawbacks in #teaching and #learning 📚 I’m not currently sharing names of specific tools used, as they are part of my #training modules and #tutorials. I truly appreciate the continued support from fellow #educators 🙏 Over the years, I’ve openly shared hundreds of #digital tools, #teaching strategies, and methods here on LinkedIn. As I continue shaping my training content and testing more AI tools, I’ll occasionally share results like this—both to inspire educators and to highlight what AI can offer in the #classroom 🏫 #ProteinSynthesis #AIinEducation #EdTechInnovation #AIforTeachers #TranscriptionAndTranslation #ScienceTeaching #Biology #EducationalAnimation #DigitalLearning #ScienceEducation #EdTechTools #BiologyTeacher #AIinTheClassroom #FreeTeachingResources #EdTech #Education #ScienceTeacher #Teacher
#newtonslaws #physics #aiineducation #classroomresources #edtechinnovation… | Sabina Mammadova
🎥 Free AI-Generated Video 🧬 Topic: Newton’s Laws of Motion 🔸 Style: Whiteboard Doodles #NewtonsLaws #Physics #AIinEducation #ClassroomResources #EdTechInnovation #AIforTeachers #ScienceTeaching #EducationalAnimation #DigitalLearning #ScienceEducation #EdTechTools #BiologyTeacher #AIinTheClassroom #FreeTeachingResources #EdTech #Education #ScienceTeacher #Teacher
#bilingual #language #dementia #cognitive #thinking #aging #disease… | Sabina Mammadova
#Bilingual people, people who speak more than one #language, develop #dementia four to four and half years later than those who don't. #Cognitive reserve is the idea that people develop a reserve of #thinking abilities and this protects them against loses that can occur through #aging and #disease. Learning anything new helps build cognitive #reserve. But there is something special about language. Learning new language is an exercise of the mind. 🟡 BBC "The amazing #scientific benefits of being bilingual"
#aiineducation #edtech #education #digitaltransformation #teachers #poll… | Sabina Mammadova
From data privacy to the evolving role of teachers, what concerns you the most about integrating AI in the classroom? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #AIinEducation #EdTech #Education #DigitalTransformation #Teachers #Poll #Linkedin
#school #teachers #success #creative #delivery #information #mentor… | Sabina Mammadova
"There is no system in the world, or any #school in the country, that's better than its #teachers. Teachers are the lifeblood of the #success of schools. But teaching is a #creative profession. Teaching properly conceived is not a #delivery system 👩🏫 You know, you're not there just to pass on received #information. Great teachers do that. But what great teachers also do is #mentor, #stimulate, #provoke, #engage 💡 You see, in the end, #education is about #learning 🧠 If there's no learning going on, there's no education going on. And people can spend an awful lot of time discussing education without ever #discussing learning. The whole point of education is to get people to #learn 🌿 A friend of mine, an old friend, actually very old, is dead 😶🌫️ That's as old as he gets, I'm afraid. A wonderful guy he was, a wonderful philosopher, he used to talk about the difference between the #task and #achievement senses of verbs. You know, you can be engaged in the activity of something, but not really be achieving it. It's like dieting. It's a very good example 😃 There he is, he's dieting. Is he losing any weight? Not really. #Teaching is a word like that. You can say, there's Deborah, she's in room 34, she's teaching. But if nobody's learning anything, she may be engaged in the task of teaching, but not actually #fulfilling it. The role of a teacher is to #facilitate learning. That's it 👩🎓 " Ken Robinson
Why selective learning is essential for teachers | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
#Selective learning is essential 🔍 There’s an overwhelming amount of information suggesting what #teachers should know or do 🤦🏻♀️ Especially in today’s era of information #overload, it’s more effective to ask: 🔸 What do I need to #learn? 🔸 Will I be able to use this tool, strategy, or method? #Practical knowledge is key. With thousands of #digital tools available, it’s important to choose the ones that are truly useful for me and my #work. I also consider whether I’m genuinely interested in using a #tool. That’s my personal opinion. Otherwise, it becomes difficult to retain, #apply, or even keep track of all these tools 🧠 It’s better to #test them and #select the most practical and relevant ones. #SelectiveLearning #TeacherMindset #EdTechOverload #DigitalToolsInEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #LifelongLearning
Understanding #Focused and #Diffuse Modes of Thinking | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I came across the concepts of #Focused and #Diffuse modes of thinking in Barbara Oakley’s well-designed Coursera course a few years ago. These two modes are essential for understanding and organizing the #learning process more effectively 🧠 I'm sharing some AI-generated content that explains these two thinking modes to help others make better use of how the brain learns. #LearningHowToLearn #FocusedThinking #DiffuseThinking #LearningProcess #CognitiveScience #StudyTips #BrainModes #AIinEducation #LifelongLearning
#technology #ai #education #aiineducation #edtech #education… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What is the biggest risk of AI in education? The poll votes by 39 people. Results are shown below: Data privacy issues 23% Overreliance on technology 64% ✅ Undermining teacher roles 8% Bias in AI algorithms 5% The poll shows that most participants (64%) see overreliance on #technology as the biggest risk of #AI in #education. Data privacy (23%), undermining teacher roles (8%), and bias in AI (5%) were seen as lesser but still relevant concerns. 📸 A picture is generated by Arif Hossain in Adobe Firefly AI tool 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #AIinEducation #EdTech #Education #DigitalTransformation #Teachers #Poll #Linkedin
#crispr #medical #gene #therapy #reproduction #fetal #applications… | Sabina Mammadova
🏥 World’s First Patient Treated with Personalized #CRISPR Gene Editing Therapy at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia 🧬 I recently came across a groundbreaking #medical advancement—the world’s first patient treated with personalized CRISPR #gene-editing #therapy at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Since we’re currently covering the topic of #Reproduction and Development in my Grade 7 class, and had been exploring #fetal development and the #applications of CRISPR technologies, I felt it was the perfect opportunity to connect this real-world event to our lessons 🔬 I introduced the news to my students through a short video, sparking a fascinating #discussion around gene #editing and its implications in #medicine 🩺 ⚕️ We also created a collaborative #Padlet where #students could share their #ideas, #thoughts, and #questions. It was encouraging to see how engaged they were with the topic— #science truly comes alive when it’s connected to real-world events! If you're interested in learning more about this pioneering medical milestone, here are the original news sources: 🟡 Children's Hospital of Philadelphia 🔗 The ink: https://lnkd.in/ggeFZAiC 🟡 NBC News 🔗 The link: https://lnkd.in/g6NcCxyg 🟡 CBS News 🔗 The link: https://lnkd.in/gHiYFXa3 #CRISPR #GeneEditing #MedicalBreakthrough #ScienceInTheClassroom #RealWorldLearning #FetalDevelopment #PersonalizedMedicine #Biotech #ScienceNews #StudentEngagement #ReproductionAndDevelopment #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Grade7 #Science
Kahoot! | Sabina Mammadova
Kahoot! EDU Summit – June 3, 2025 🎉 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CEST Join #free virtual PD event for Kahoot! EDU Summit! 🔝 Top 5 Reasons to Attend: 🟡 Preview new #features – Get hands-on with #AI tools, Lecture Mode, Accuracy Mode & #Kahootopia events. 🟡 Boost #student success – Learn how Kahoot! can raise performance by a full letter grade. 🟡 Support every learner – Discover strategies for #SEL and neurodivergent students. 🟡 Create powerful questions – Design prompts that drive curiosity and critical thinking. 🟡 Embrace AI in education – See how AI tools are reshaping #teaching and learning. 🎫 Register now: https://lnkd.in/grJ4xx9q #KahootEDUSummit #TeacherPD #ProfessionalDevelopment #EdTechPD #OnlineLearning #EdTech #AIinEducation #KahootTools #TeachingCommunity
"If you're not failing, you're not pushing boundaries." | Sabina Mammadova
"If you're not failing, you're not pushing boundaries." Elizabeth Blackburn (molecular biologist and biochemist) – She was awarded the 2009 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, alongside Carol Greider and Jack Szostak, for their groundbreaking discoveries related to telomeres and the enzyme telomerase. Credit: Nobel Prize
"Luck is unbelievably important. | Sabina Mammadova
"Luck is unbelievably important. You know, when I made the #discovery for which I won the #Nobel Prize, we were trying to do something totally different. It didn't work. It was a #failure. And then we looked to see why it failed and nature was trying to tell us something and we discovered what it was. And that brings to another point, is that failure is really important. You know, #experiments, they don't have to succeed. Right? And if they don't succeed, and you do them right. #Nature's trying to tell you here is a discovery to make. So I love #failure. I love it when #students come to me and say, Hey, I did what you told me to do. It didn't work. Oh, maybe there's a discovery there. This is excitement. But the other thing about #creativity is that the #education systems in many countries seem designed to knock the creativity out of children. All young #children are #creative. Yeah. And they go to #school and it's knocked out of them. So that is not a good thing. And then the other thing for me personally is I've always felt, I don't like people telling me what to do. If someone says, oh, you should do this. I wanna do the opposite, because I think they thought of it. It can't be that interesting. I want to #learn about it. And so make sure that whatever you are doing as a student, don't let someone tell you, oh, don't do that. Do this. If you think that doing this is wrong, do what you think is right. Credit: Nobel Prize
Technology has become an essential part of modern teaching, transforming how we plan, engage, assess, and connect. | Sabina Mammadova
Technology has become an essential part of modern teaching, transforming how we plan, engage, assess, and connect. But its impact isn’t the same for everyone. 💬 As educators, how has technology most impacted your teaching practice? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Poll #TeachingWithTech #21stCenturyTeaching #EducationPoll #DigitalLearning #TechInClassroom #TeacherCommunity #ProfessionalGrowth
🟡 Digital Tool: BioDigital (Interactive 3D Anatomy & Simulations) | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 Digital Tool: BioDigital (Interactive 3D Anatomy & Simulations) I recently discovered BioDigital a powerful platform offering interactive #3D models and #simulations—perfect for educators and students in #Science, #Biology, and #Medical fields, especially those focusing on Human #Anatomy. The platform features a wide range of high-quality, #interactive models and simulations, making complex #biological systems more accessible and #visually engaging. I recorded a #Cell Structure simulation, which I found especially #informative. It’s a useful tool for helping #students explore cell components and #organelles in a dynamic, hands-on way. 💡 Key Benefits: • Immersive 3D interactive models • Simulations that support active learning • Great for both #classroom teaching and self-study 📦 With the free Personal Plan, you can: • Access 1,000+ models in the Human Library (up to 10 model views/month) • Save up to 5 models in your personal library • Customize models using the Human Studio to suit your specific learning goals Best of all, the core features are #free to use, making this an accessible tool for #educators and #learners alike. Definitely worth exploring! #ScienceEducation #STEMEducation #DigitalLearning #EdTech #InteractiveLearning #Anatomy #BiologyTeacher #MedicalEducation #ScienceTeacher #BioDigital #3DAnatomy #VirtualLab #HumanAnatomy #CellStructure #ScienceSimulations #EdTechTools #ImmersiveLearning #DigitalAnatomy #VisualLearning
I just came across this powerful analogy, and it caught my attention. | Sabina Mammadova
I just came across this powerful analogy, and it caught my attention. Just a week ago, I shared in a post about supporting student learning that "I felt like a parent watching a child start riding a bicycle—you support at first and stay close just in case they fall, but then you let them ride independently. My role was like that." Seeing Winnicott’s concept from 1960 reminded me that even after 65 years, the core principles of human development remain deeply relevant. Whether it’s a toddler learning to walk, a student growing into independence, or a teacher developing their practice, finding the right balance of #confirmation, #contradiction, and #continuity is essential. #Growth at any stage—whether in learning or teaching—requires #support, #challenge, and consistent #opportunities to reflect and improve 📚 #EducationalLeadership #StudentSupport #InstructionalCoaching #GrowthMindset #Mentorship #Teaching #Education #Teacher
🟡 Digital Tool: Gizmos (VirtualLab) | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 Digital Tool: Gizmos (VirtualLab) #Gizmos is an excellent platform for conducting #digital experiments and #simulations — like the one I showcased in my video to highlight some of its features. If you sign up as an #educator, you receive a 30-day #free trial, which is a great opportunity to explore the tool before committing. 🥼 🧫 This platform is particularly helpful when #lab equipment is unavailable or when conducting a physical #experiment isn’t feasible. One of the standout features is that it provides #quizzes after each experiment. These quizzes not only reveal the correct answers but also offer detailed #explanations, which can reinforce #student learning. For example, I tested the #Chemical Changes #Virtual Lab. It includes options like “Normal Setup” and “Gas Collection,” and provides tools such as a thermometer for measuring temperature and indicators like phenol red for checking pH levels 🧪 It also displays the chemical #reaction, including the balanced chemical equation. You can choose from different #solutes and #solvents to run a variety of experiments. I always aim to incorporate diverse #teaching strategies because every student learns differently. Exploring new tools helps me better understand my students' #learning preferences and provides me with flexible, alternative resources and backup plans 👩🏫 Although I had used Gizmos in the past, I hadn’t realized the full extent of its features until now. I will share more useful digital #resources as I continue to explore them. #Gizmos #DigitalExperiments #ScienceSimulations #VirtualLab #Chemistry #InteractiveLearning #STEMEducation #21stCenturyTeaching #InnovativeTeaching #ScienceTeacherTools #DigitalScience #OnlineLearningTools #TeachingWithTech #EdTechForTeachers #ScienceResources #BlendedLearning #ScienceEdTech #Education #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTech
Poll Results 📊 The question was: How has technology most impacted your teaching? | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: How has technology most impacted your teaching? The poll votes by 28 people. Results are shown below: Improved student engagement 64% ✅ Easier lesson planning 14% Better student data tracking 14% More personalized learning 7% The majority of educators in this poll (64%) believe #technology has most significantly improved #student engagement in their #teaching practice. 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #EdTech #TeachingWithTechnology #StudentEngagement #DigitalLearning #PollResults #21stCenturyEducation #TechInTeaching #EducationTrends #InnovativeTeaching #Teachers #Poll #Linkedin
🟡 Digital Tool: Javalab (Simulations) | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 Digital Tool: Javalab (Simulations) #Javalab is a completely #free platform offering a wide range of #science #simulations—no payment or registration required. It features engaging simulations on topics such as #Sound, #Light, #Electricity, #Magnetism, and more, especially in the areas of #Physics and #Chemistry. The simulation I recorded is about Ionic Bonding—one of my favorites! It’s incredibly helpful due to its clear and simple explanation of the process. Highly recommended for both #teaching and #learning. #DigitalTool #Javalab #ScienceSimulations #FreeResource #EdTechTools #InteractiveLearning #IonicBond #STEMResources #TeacherTips #EdTech #VisualLearning #EducationalTechnology
Introducing Canva Code: A Free AI Code Generator for Interactive Projects | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
#Generating Code from a Prompt with Canva Code 🤔 Creating #simulations and #games has never been this easy 🥳🎉 I’d like to introduce Canva Code (#AI Code Generator) — a #tool that generates code directly from your #prompt. You can create a prompt using ChatGPT for support, or simply type a short instruction yourself. For the best results, however, I recommend providing a detailed prompt. Steps (as in the video) 1. First, I demonstrated the available #templates and how you can add prompts inside them. 2. Choose a template (optional) – You can #select a template that fits your needs, or skip this step if you prefer to start from scratch. 3. Add your #topic and content – Enter the subject or content you want to work on. 4. Generate #code automatically – The system then takes your input and creates the necessary code. 5. See the final #output – That code automatically turns into a simulation (or whatever format you requested), giving you the final version. Over the past few months, I’ve experimented with Canva Code to build a wide range of projects, including: - Simulations - #Quizzes - #Animations - #Websites - #Diagrams and #timelines - Interactive #flashcard games - Interactive pricing #calculators - Simple countdown #timers - #Digital birthday cards - Vocabulary matching and #memory games - Interactive restaurant menus - #3D games (e.g., exploring space) - Color accessibility #simulators …and much more. 🟡 Advantages - Easy to use: just type a #prompt. - Supports creative and #interactive projects. - Great for rapid #prototyping. - Even Canva Code #AI can generate a prompt if you choose the proper #template. 🔴 Limitations - Sometimes #interactive elements (like buttons in #simulations) don’t function properly. - Solution: regenerate the #code and specifically request working buttons. - Currently, it’s not possible to download projects directly. - Workaround: record your project as a #video for demonstrations. You can either generate and use this interactive simulation in class, or let your students create their own versions. The possibilities are endless if you’re willing to explore. I always try to #share tools that I find genuinely useful. Of course, every #EdTech tool has its #benefits and #limitations. What I like about this one is that it’s completely #free, user-friendly, and continuously improving — each time I use it, I notice new developments. In the video, I generated a prompt for a #vocabulary matching #game on the topic of #cell structure and #organelles for Grade 6. That’s how I created this example. #Canva #AICode #CodeGeneration #DigitalTools #InteractiveLearning #EdTech #CanvaCode #AIinEducation #STEMEducation #CodingMadeEasy #AIInnovation #ClassroomTechnology #GamifiedLearning #FutureOfLearning #TechInTeaching #EdTech #EducationalTechnologies #Teacher #Education #Educator #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher
How Quizlet enhances EAL learning with gamification | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
If you like #gamification or game-based learning, you may want to use Quizlet 🤠 It can be especially helpful for #EAL (English as an Additional Language) #students. My favorite features in #Quizlet are “#Categories” 👾 and “#Blocks” 🎮 For example, let’s say you created or found pre-made #flashcards, but you want to organize group work. You can use the “Categories” feature. It works very similarly to #JeopardyLabs or #Factile digital tools. You divide students into #groups (teams), and they select a #category and point value. After responding within the given time, you reveal the answer. If it is correct, you simply click the “Correct” button, and that group earns the point. Scores are calculated automatically. Another feature is “#Blocks” 🧱, which students can play #individually or in #pairs. I have already observed how much students enjoy learning through Blocks, and it’s a perfect way to apply #game-based learning and gamification in class. It’s also a very #engaging way to #practice with flashcards. I believe this approach helps #EAL students too, as they won’t get bored while learning new key terms and #definitions. The only disadvantage is that ads appear before starting a game or practicing with flashcards in the #free version of the tool 😬 It’s worth a try 🤔 #Gamification #GameBasedLearning #Quizlet #Science #CambridgeCurriculum #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #Education #Educator #InquiryBasedLearning #EdTech #EducationalTechnologies #DigitalLearningTools
#diverse #differentiation #students #tool #lessons #poll #education #differentiatedinstruction #classroomstrategies #studentsuccess #edtech #aiineducation #choiceboards #teachers #flexiblegrouping… | Sabina Mammadova
Every classroom has #diverse learners — different strengths, and needs. #Differentiation helps us meet #students where they are, but teachers often use different tools to make it work. Which #tool helps you most when differentiating #lessons? 🤔 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Poll #Education #DifferentiatedInstruction #ClassroomStrategies #StudentSuccess #EdTech #AIinEducation #ChoiceBoards #Teachers #FlexibleGrouping #TieredAssignments #TeachingTools #InnovativeTeaching #PersonalizedLearning #InstructionalStrategies #Linkedin #EducationInnovation
Shane Lopez on the 3 factors of hope | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Shane Lopez, one of the world’s leading experts on #hope, describes hope as encompassing three factors. First, when people have hope, they have a preferred future, a goal that describes “where [they] want to go, what [they] want to accomplish, who [they] want to be. Second, people who have hope have “agency,” a belief that they “can make things happen” and that their actions will enable them to reach their goal. Finally, hope requires pathways, “plans that carry [people] forward”. From “The Instructional Playbook” by Jim Kinght, Ann Hoffman, Michelle Harris and Sharon Thomas Thank you so much for sharing your book, Kalpana 🤗 #InstructionalCoaching #TheInstructionalPlaybook
#poll #education #differentiatedinstruction #classroomstrategies #studentsuccess #edtech #aiineducation #choiceboards #teachers #flexiblegrouping #tieredassignments #teachingtools #innovativeteaching… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: Which tool helps you most when differentiating lessons? The poll votes by 46 people. Results are shown below: Tiered assignments & tasks 35% ✅ Choice boards / menus 15% Flexible grouping 30% Technology/AI-driven supports 20% 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Poll #Education #DifferentiatedInstruction #ClassroomStrategies #StudentSuccess #EdTech #AIinEducation #ChoiceBoards #Teachers #FlexibleGrouping #TieredAssignments #TeachingTools #InnovativeTeaching #PersonalizedLearning #InstructionalStrategies #Linkedin #EducationInnovation
How Grade 6 students use AI in their studies and how it influences their learning | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
💻 Recently, I had a conversation with my Grade 6 students about how often they use #AI. I noticed something quite interesting. Most of them responded that they use it only a few hours per week. This surprised me, as I was expecting a higher frequency 😅 The majority explained that since their #parents often help them with #studying and answer their questions, they don’t feel the need to rely on AI as much. Another #observation I made is that this generation seems to be using AI more responsibly. Instead of simply copying and pasting answers from prompts, many of them are paraphrasing and reworking the information. This gives me hope that our collective understanding of how to use AI effectively is improving. It was also fascinating to see how parent – child #communication influences the way students engage with AI ✨ 📸 The photo was generated with Adobe Firefly. One World International School Singapore #AIinEducation #StudentLearning #Students #Teacher #Education #EdTech #TeachingInsights #AIUsage #Parenting #ParentChildCommunication #21stCenturySkills #MiddleSchool #OWIS #Singapore #OneWorldInternationalSchool #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #DigitalLiteracy
#peers #difference #goal #emotions #strategies #feedback #peersgoals #instructionalcoaching #teacherdevelopment #studentsuccess #impactcycle #education #classroomstrategies #teacher #owis… | Sabina Mammadova
🌟 Setting a #PEERS Goal A PEERS goal is powerful, easy (to implement), emotionally compelling, reachable, and student-focused. 🟡 Powerful • Is the goal worth the time you will invest in reaching it? • Will the goal make a significant #difference in students’ lives and learning? 🟡 Easy • Is the goal described in simple terms? • Does the #goal describe a clear destination and the shortest path to that destination? 🟡 Emotionally Compelling • Change involves how people feel and think. To be compelling, a goal needs to speak to a person’s #emotions as well as their reason. 🟡 Reachable • Is the goal realistic and attainable? A goal provides hope if it can be reached. • Are there clear #strategies that can be used to achieve the goal? 🟡 Student-Focused • Does the goal provide clear #feedback on whether the changes are making a difference for students? • What will be different for students if the goal is met? 📖 From “The Reflection Guide to The Impact Cycle” by Jim Knight, Jennifer Ryschon Knight, and Clinton Carlson Thank you for sharing your book, Kalpana 😊 #PEERSGoals #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherDevelopment #StudentSuccess #ImpactCycle #Education #ClassroomStrategies #Teacher #OWIS #OneWorldInternationalSchool #Singapore
Teacher autonomy linked to job satisfaction and retention, research shows. | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
“Research finds that #teacher autonomy is positively associated with teachers’ job #satisfaction and teacher #retention (Guarino, Santibañez, and Daley, 2006; Ingersoll and May, 2012). Teachers who perceive that they have less #autonomy are more likely to leave their positions, either by moving from one #school to another or leaving the profession altogether (Berry, Smylie, and Fuller, 2008; Boyd, Lankford, Loeh, and Wyckoff, 2008; Ingersoll, 2006; Ingersoll and May 2012). (p.2) Yet despite the important role of #choice, #research suggests that autonomy is decreasing for almost all teachers (Malkus & Sparks, 2012).” From “The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching: Seven Factors For Success” by Jim Knight #TeacherAutonomy #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherVoice #TeacherChoice #EducationResearch #Teaching #ProfessionalGrowth #Education
#successful #productive #voice #work #teachers #research #student #classrooms #schools #survey #decision #learn #valued #school #teacher #student #voice #engaged #instructionalcoaching #teachervoice… | Sabina Mammadova
“Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman (1999) surveyed more than a million employees and interviewed more than 80,000 managers to create a short list of factors that ensure an engaged, #successful, happy, and #productive staff. One of those factors was #voice. Successful employees, they found, answer yes to the question "At #work, do you feel like your opinions count?" Gallup researcher Shane Lopez explored the idea of voice further. He surveyed doctors, nurses, truck drivers, restaurant employees, miners, teachers, and other workers to find out whether they felt their voice mattered at work. The day before Gallup released his research, Shane and I happened to meet at a little restaurant in Lawrence, where we both lived. When I asked him about his findings, he leaned across the table and said, "You won't believe who felt that their voice counted the least. #Teachers." As Shane and Preety Sidhu write in their paper about their #research on voice, "Despite having higher engagement than the national average, teachers are the least likely of all occupations to say 'at work my opinions seem to count" (Lopez & Sidhu, 2013, para. 7). And teachers are not alone in feeling like they don't have a voice in school. As Quaglia and Corso (2014) have noted, #student voice is also "not yet a reality in most #classrooms and #schools." Quaglia and Corso partnered with Pearson Education to conduct a national #survey of over 56,000 students in grades 6 through 12. The results showed that only 46 percent of students felt they had "a voice in #decision making at their school" and only 52 percent believed "that teachers are willing to #learn from students." A mere 45 percent of students considered themselves "#valued members of their #school community... even though 94 [percent believed they could] succeed and 67 [percent saw] themselves as leaders" (p. 2). When I asked Russ Quaglia if there was a relationship between #teacher voice and #student voice, he was unequivocal: "Absolutely. When teachers dont have a #voice, students don't have a voice, but when teachers do have a voice students do, too-and when they do, they are 5️⃣ times more likely to feel #engaged in school." From “The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching: Seven Factors For Success” by Jim Knight #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherVoice #EducationResearch #Teaching #ProfessionalGrowth #Education #Research #StudentVoice #Classrooms #Schools #Survey #DecisionMaking #SchoolCommunity #TeacherVoice
#tuckman #teacher #teachers #education #classroommanagement #teamdevelopment #tuckmanmodel #teachingjourney #studentengagement #teachergrowth #instructionalstrategies #learningcommunity #edleadership… | Sabina Mammadova
You can experience #Tuckman’s Team Development Stages in real life. As a #teacher, you go through these stages with every new school year. In other professions, this process may take much longer. There are 5 main stages that we all pass through: 1. Forming - With students: The air is full of excitement and nervous energy. Everyone is on their best behavior, figuring out the new dynamic. - With colleagues: A period of polite curiosity as new teams and committees form. ✅ Strategies: Build trust, establish routines, clarify goals, and create a safe and welcoming atmosphere. 2. Storming - With students: Challenging moments — testing boundaries, resistance, or conflicts. - With colleagues: Differences of opinion, teaching styles, priorities emerge, role confusion, or frustration. ✅ Strategies: Stay consistent, encourage open communication, model respect, and guide problem-solving. 3. Norming - With students: Relief as routines stick, collaboration grows, and learning flows more smoothly. - With colleagues: Trust deepens, stronger collaboration, and mutual respect. ✅ Strategies: Celebrate small wins, reinforce positive behaviors, and share responsibilities. 4. Performing - With students: Energized and proud — the class feels like a true learning community. - With colleagues: Confident, productive teamwork focused on achieving shared goals. ✅ Strategies: Empower others, facilitate rather than control, and encourage innovation. 5. Adjourning - With students: A bittersweet mix of pride and sadness as the year ends. - With colleagues: Reflection at the close of a project, committee, or school year. ✅ Strategies: Celebrate milestones, reflect on growth, acknowledge contributions, and create lasting memories. 📊 The graph image is taken from the Coaching, Team Coaching, Transition Coaching website: "How to Guide Your Team from Forming to Performing," July 31, 2024. 🔗 The link: https://lnkd.in/gjbnBxv5 #Teachers #Education #ClassroomManagement #TeamDevelopment #TuckmanModel #TeachingJourney #StudentEngagement #TeacherGrowth #InstructionalStrategies #LearningCommunity #EdLeadership #TeachingReflection #ProfessionalGrowth #21stCenturySkills #Educators #TeachingLife #Collaboration #LearningJourney #ProfessionalDevelopment #SchoolCommunity
#research #challenges #determine #positivethinking #growthmindset #selfawareness #mentalhealth #lifelonglearning #personalgrowth | Sabina Mammadova
"People who thought they were doing more exercise were actually healthier than those who thought they were doing less. Even when the amount of exercise they were doing was the same." (Zahrt & Crum, 2017) I came across this statement from the #research in one of the courses, and I believe it highlights how your perspective toward circumstances can sometimes matter more than what you actually do. A positive outlook can bring meaningful changes to your life and even to the lives of others. That’s why I sometimes try to reframe negative thoughts, even though it’s not always easy and takes practice. We’re not Pollyannas; we all have a realistic side. Still, our perspective shapes how we interpret #challenges and #determine what truly matters in life. People and things hold as much importance as we choose to give them. #PositiveThinking #GrowthMindset #SelfAwareness #MentalHealth #LifelongLearning #PersonalGrowth
Using Quizlet Blast for Science Revision | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
🟡 Digital Tool: Quizlet – Blast I use this tool during #revision sessions to help #students review key #Science terms before assessments. Quizlet Blast makes learning #engaging by turning key terms and definitions into an #interactive game — a great alternative to traditional #flashcards. Students can play together, and their scores appear at the end of the game. It also allows you to adjust the difficulty level. Quizlet has significantly improved in making learning more interactive and enjoyable, and I really like using this tool 👾 #EdTech #Quizlet #QuizletBlast #DigitalLearning #ActiveLearning #GamifiedLearning #ScienceEducation #RevisionTools #StudentEngagement #InteractiveLearning #EdTechTools #InnovativeTeaching #ClassroomTechnology #21stCenturyLearning #Learning #Teacher #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #CambridgeEducation #OWIS #Singapore
#teacher #education #teachersoflinkedin #studentmotivation #teachingpractice #learningengagement #professionaldialogue #linkedin #poll | Sabina Mammadova
Student motivation is complex and often influenced by more than one factor. In your experience, what motivates students the most? 🤔 ✨ Feel free to select the option that resonates most with you, or consider all of them. 💬 I’d also love to hear your own ideas and examples in the comments. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Teacher #Education #TeachersOfLinkedIn #StudentMotivation #TeachingPractice #LearningEngagement #ProfessionalDialogue #Linkedin #Poll
#application #classroom #ai #technology #class #teachers #students #parents #leaders #interactive #feedback #internet #ai #learning #quizzes #support #lesson #assessments #learner #bluetooth #clicker… | Sabina Mammadova
At EDUtech Asia, one #application that truly stood out for me was Class Saathi by TagHive — an innovative ed-tech solution powered by Samsung Electronics and built by TagHive. What makes this platform different from conventional learning apps is how it blends real-time #classroom engagement, #AI-driven personalization, and accessible #technology in one cohesive system. What is #Class Saathi? 🤔 Class Saathi is a global AI-powered learning and assessment platform designed for K-10 classrooms. It supports #teachers, #students, #parents, and school #leaders with #interactive tools that foster participation, understanding, and continuous #feedback — even without #internet connectivity. What Makes It Different? 🟡 #AI-Driven Personalization: The app uses AI to tailor #learning paths, recommend questions, generate #quizzes, and provide instant doubt-solving #support for students. Teachers can also use AI-generated #lesson plans and formative #assessments to adapt instruction for every #learner. 🟡 #Bluetooth Clicker System: One of its most unique features is the Bluetooth-based #clicker system — the world’s first — which lets every student answer questions live during class without needing Wi-Fi or expensive devices. This drives engagement from every learner, not just the ones with laptops or tablets. 🟡 #Offline-First Design: Because the platform works offline, #schools in low-connectivity or #resource-limited settings can still benefit from real-time participation and data insights — breaking down a major accessibility barrier in ed-tech. 🟡 #Actionable Insights for Teachers & Leaders: Teachers and school #administrators get real-time analytics and dashboards to track understanding by student, topic, or #class, enabling more informed and timely pedagogical decisions. 🟡 Multi-Stakeholder Support: Beyond students and teachers, Class Saathi gives parents progress notifications and principals a big-picture view of performance trends across the school. 👩🏻🏫 Why It Matters By combining #engagement, #personalization, and #accessibility, Class Saathi isn’t just #digitizing classrooms — it’s reshaping how learning and assessment happen in real time. This makes it particularly relevant for educators striving to make #data-informed instruction a practical reality in diverse school environments. I’m sharing the links below for more information about Class Saathi, including the official website. 🌐 The link for the informative video: Take a look at this video, 'class saathi what is' https://lnkd.in/geWv_7Fm 🌐 The link for the website: https://tag-hive.com/ #EduTechAsia #EdTechEvent #EducationInnovation #FutureOfEducation #EdTech #DigitalLearning #SmartClassroom #ClassroomTechnology #AIinEducation #TeachingAndLearning #StudentEngagement #PersonalizedLearning #ClassSaathi #SamsungEducation #EducationTechnology #EdTechSpecialist #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach
#free #teachers #professional #courses #subjects #teaching #opportunity #certificate #classroom #eal #teaching #learning #learners #classroom #organising #english #multilingual #digital #language… | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 #Free British Council Courses for #Teachers (All Subjects) The British Council is offering free #professional development #courses open to teachers of all #subjects. Enrollment is open until 31 March 2026 ⏳ , giving you ample time to join and enhance your #teaching skills. This is an excellent #opportunity for professional growth 👩🏫 I have completed several of these courses in the past and found them highly informative and practical. I encourage you to explore and enroll in some of the courses before the deadline. You can also receive a free #certificate upon completion. These courses are particularly beneficial for #classroom management, developing effective #EAL strategies, and strengthening a wide range of other #teaching and #learning approaches. 1. TeachingEnglish: Managing #learners and resources 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g5F8AjWD 2. TeachingEnglish: #Classroom management for primary 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gxbRREyt 3. TeachingEnglish: #Organising the classroom 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gXS-2Rkw 4. Teaching #English to refugees and displaced learners 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gXi4KqKD 5. English in the #multilingual classroom 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gxqXYep8 6. #Digital competences for teaching English 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gJbPhYth 7. Climate action in #language education 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gAPXkhqJ 8. TeachingEnglish: How to #teach writing 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g7cGXep3 9. TeachingEnglish: How to teach #vocabulary 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gwri9Xjp 10. TeachingEnglish: #Communication skills 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gmdhFFjY The remaining #free courses will open in April, July, and October. I will share updates about these #courses as they become available 😉 #BritishCouncil #FreeCourses #TeacherDevelopment #Teacher #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeachersOfLinkedIn #TeachingCommunity #TeacherLearning #LifelongLearning #Education #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTech #EdTechSpecialist #ClassroomManagement #EAL #TeachingStrategies #TeacherTraining #InternationalEducation #InternationalTeachers #Educators
#teacher #professionaldevelopment #teachergrowth #lifelonglearning #educationcommunity #poll #linkedin | Sabina Mammadova
📊 Teachers’ Professional Growth Poll Continuous professional growth looks different for every educator. What is your top priority for professional growth as a teacher? You can select one option and feel free to share your thoughts, experiences, or resources in the comments. Your insights may inspire other educators in our community 👩🏫 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Teacher #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherGrowth #LifelongLearning #EducationCommunity #Poll #Linkedin
Later School Start Times Boost Teen Health & Performance | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
🟡 Is 8:30 a.m. Still Too Early to Start #School? A 10:00 a.m. School Start Time Improves #Health and #Performance of #Students Aged 13–16 — Frontiers in Human #Neuroscience ⏱️ 💡 Later School Start Times Boost #Teen Health & Performance Recently, I came across an insightful study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience by Paul Kelley and colleagues. They explored what happens when a #UK secondary school shifted its start time from 8:50 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for two school years. Here’s what they did: - Observational study over 4 years (before-after-before design) - Students aged 13–16 were the target group - Measured illness absences and #academic performance Key findings: ✅ Illness-related absences dropped by over 50% ✅ Academic performance improved, with about 12% more students making good #progress ✅ Benefits disappeared when the school reverted to the earlier start Why it matters: #Teenagers naturally fall asleep and wake up later. Early school starts can cut sleep short, impacting health, focus, and learning. This research shows that later start times can significantly improve both #wellbeing and academic #outcomes. 📌 Reference: Kelley, P. et al. (2017). Is 8:30 a.m. Still Too Early to Start School? A 10:00 a.m. #School Start Time #Improves Health and #Performance of Students Aged 13–16. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. Link: https://lnkd.in/gmxFJDJh #Education #EdTech #TeenHealth #StudentWellbeing #School #Learning #Research #AcademicSuccess #LinkedInLearning #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EducationInnovation #StudentPerformance #Article
Here are the 50-character-or-fewer title options for the LinkedIn post: 1. Newsela Updates Enhance Student Learning Experience 2. Newsela Adds Interactive Features for Students 3. Newsela Boosts… | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
📰 Newsela’s Updated Features Recently, I noticed that Newsela updated its features, and now it has even more tools for #students and #teachers to make #learning easier, #interactive, and #personalized. 📚 1. Listen Mode for #Quizzes Students can listen to quiz questions and answer choices aloud, ideal for learners who understand better by hearing. 🧠 2. Smart #Article Recommendations Newsela now suggests articles based on your #reading level, interests, and past activity, helping you find #content. 📑 3. Built-In #Citation Generator Newsela automatically generates APA, MLA, or Chicago citations. 🌍 4. #Translation Tools Translate articles paragraph by paragraph into other #languages, great for #multilingual learners or when tackling tricky texts. 🤖 5. #AI-Powered Learning Supports Features like Guided Highlighting and Checks for Understanding help students: - Identify key points - Check comprehension as they read 📝 6. #Interactive Questioning Newsela now shows questions before moving to the next paragraph. The next part stays blurred until the student answers correctly, ensuring understanding step by step. 🔧 7. #Adjustable Difficulty Levels Both students and teachers can choose the reading difficulty of a text, so everyone can learn at the right pace. 👩🏫 8. Teacher Tools Teachers can: - Create #classes - Assign articles, interactive #videos, and other #resources - #Monitor student #progress This makes learning more #organized and #personalized. 🗂️ 9. #Standards & Search Improvements Search articles by grade standards, topics, or skills, making it easier to find exactly what you need for class or #homework. 📘 10. #Digital Graphic Organizers Interactive #graphic organizers help with essays, #projects, or breaking down complex ideas. A library in Spanish supports multilingual students too. #Newsela #EdTech #StudentLearning #InteractiveLearning #DigitalEducation #ReadingComprehension #PersonalizedLearning #EducationTools #21stCenturySkills #EdTechUpdates #TeachingResources #Learning #ClassroomTechnology #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #StudentSuccess #AIinEducation #BilingualLearning #TeacherTools #LearningSupports #UpdatedFeatures
#teacher #education #linkedin #teachersoflinkedin #studentmotivation #teachingpractice #learningengagement #professionaldialogue #poll | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What motivates students the most? The poll votes by 69 people. Results are shown below: Real-life applications 61% ✅ Grades & exams 14% Collaborative learning 14% Clear feedback 10% 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Teacher #Education #Linkedin #TeachersOfLinkedIn #StudentMotivation #TeachingPractice #LearningEngagement #ProfessionalDialogue #Poll LinkedIn
Teacher Emotional Support Boosts Student Learning Engagement | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
📊 #Research Insight: Emotional Support From #Teachers Boosts #Learning Recent education research puts #data behind something teachers have always known. The paper “The impact of teacher #emotional support on learning engagement among college #students mediated by academic self-efficacy and academic resilience” was published in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio, 2025) and based on a #survey of 414 #college students. 📈 What the data shows: ✔ Teacher emotional support has a statistically significant positive effect on learning #engagement ✔ It has a strong positive relationship with students’ #academic self-efficacy (β = 0.367) ✔ It also positively predicts academic #resilience (β = 0.305) Together, academic self-efficacy and resilience partly explain why emotionally supportive teaching leads to higher student engagement. 📌 In simple terms: When students feel seen, supported, and understood by their teachers, they: ➡ #participate more ➡ #persist through challenges ➡ #engage more deeply with learning This reminds us that emotional support is not “extra” or “soft”. 🔗 #Article: Scientific Reports https://lnkd.in/gwwFm9TA #EducationResearch #Education #TeacherSupport #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #StudentEngagement #EmotionalSupport #AcademicSuccess #AcademicResilience #EducationInsights #StudentSuccess #LearningEngagement #EducationalLeadership
#teacher #professionaldevelopment #teachergrowth #lifelonglearning #educationcommunity #poll #linkedinlinkedin | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: What is your top priority for professional growth as a teacher? The poll votes by 109 people. Results are shown below: Leadership development 42%. ✅ Assessment & feedback 21% Subject-specific training 18% Educational technology / AI 18% 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Teacher #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherGrowth #LifelongLearning #EducationCommunity #Poll #LinkedinLinkedIn LinkedIn
#free #teachers #math #science #subjects #free #teachers #courses #certificate #science #math #ai #language #infographics #social #thinking #graphic #formative #learning #creative #3d #classroom… | Sabina Mammadova
I’ve received requests from many educators to share #free professional development opportunities for #teachers in #math, #science, and other #subjects. One great option is Adobe, a leading company that offers #free courses for #teachers across a variety of subjects 👩🏫 I’ve completed several of their #courses myself and found them both practical and valuable. You can also earn a #certificate upon completion. Below, I’ll share some of the courses you might find useful. 1. Teach #Science with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/giCp9p9g 2. Teach #Math with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/g3TG4PCv 3. Generative #AI in the Classroom with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gUvKdAgp 4. Teach #Language and Literature with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/g4qVXe7n 5. #Infographics with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gs9GHtwx 6. Teach #Social Studies with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/giPYVvpe 7. Visible #Thinking Routines with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gPSHsHfk 8. #Graphic Organizers with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gwq9nHWg 9. #Formative Assessment with Adobe Express 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gT2_qRap 10. Adobe Analytics for Teaching and #Learning 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/g92pJF44 11. Preparing Students with Essential #Creative Skills 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gRVjdySZ 12. #3D Skills in the Classroom 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gDdGyEW8 13. Adobe Express in the #Classroom 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gDkrgvCX 14. Engaging #Video Projects in the Classroom 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/g5vSWGgJ 15. Cultivating #Digital Literacy 🌐 Link: https://lnkd.in/gJBBA4vT #FreeProfessionalDevelopment #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #AllSubjectTeachers #Adobe #FreeCourses #TeacherTraining
#edtech #digitaltools #teachingresources #teachersoflinkedin #edtechforteachers #lessonplanning #assessmenttools #interactivelearning #gamificationineducation #stemeducation #educationtechnology… | Sabina Mammadova | 138 comments
After six years of active research and practical experience, I have compiled a list of the 50 most useful digital tools for teachers. I’m sharing them with you below. If you have a favorite digital learning tool that isn’t on the list, please feel free to share it. Your recommendation could be valuable for other educators 👩🏫 🟡 Lesson Planning & Curriculum - Khan Academy - CK-12 Foundation - TeachEngineering - BetterLesson - Lesson Planet - Generation Genius, Inc. - Pear Deck Learning 🟡 Assessment & Quizzes - Kahoot! - Socrative - Gimkit - Wayground (formerly Quizizz) - Mentimeter - Wordwall 🟡 Engagement & Interactive Learning - Nearpod - Padlet - Buncee - Jamboard - ClassDojo - BrainPOP 🟡 Video & Media Creation - Powtoon - Animoto - Biteable - Discovery MINDBLOWN - PBS LearningMedia 🟡 Visuals & Presentations - Canva - Piktochart - Visme - Slidesgo - Seesaw Learning - Genially 🟡 Simulations & Interactive Tools - PhET - Gizmos - Tinkercad Education - Merge EDU - Labster - PINEER 🟡 Games & Gamification - Prodigy - Bookwidgets - ABCya - Math Snacks - Legends of Learning - JeopardyLabs - Factile - Pixton Comics Inc. 🟡 Research & Study Support - Zotero - Mendeley - EndNote - Perplexity - Knowt - Google Scholar #EdTech #DigitalTools #TeachingResources #TeachersOfLinkedIn #EdTechForTeachers #LessonPlanning #AssessmentTools #InteractiveLearning #GamificationInEducation #STEMEducation #EducationTechnology #TeacherLife #EdInnovation #DigitalLearning #EduTools #StudentEngagement #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist | 138 comments on LinkedIn
#edtech #mentor #certification #professional #recognition #educator #opportunities #technologies #programs #teacher #instructionalcoach #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist | Sabina Mammadova | 76 comments
I have listed several #EdTech Ambassador, #Mentor, and #Certification programs for teachers offered by well-known organizations below, along with links to their official websites where you can explore how to join or apply. These programs provide valuable benefits, including #professional development opportunities, #recognition of your work, access to global #educator communities, and #opportunities to learn and integrate new educational #technologies into your practice. Feel free to extend the list by adding other certification or educator recognition #programs 👩🏫 1) Adobe Creative Educator (ACE) 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gS53CMts 2) Apple Distinguished Educator 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gDd8Chtw 3) Space Station Ambassador 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gqhVSWeM 4) Google Certified Coach 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g9mmczvA 5) Google Certified Innovator 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gT6YJvr8 6) Google Certified Trainer 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gqRh6xdN 7) Book Creator (Tools for Schools) Certified Author 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gHedqUnQ 8) HP IDEA Associate and HP IDEA Fellow 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gYgGv2g7 9) ISTE Certified Educators 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g6AV_SHV 10) Kahoot! Ambassadors 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gmAXC3AS 11) Merge Ambassadors 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gZ3-Wc67 12) Minecraft Education Ambassador 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gUzQ9Wv8 13) Wakelet Ambassador 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g6cjecda 14) Nearpod Certified Educator 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gfhdYM2K 15) Pear Deck Learning Certified Coach 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gXcaN_ZM 16) Microsoft Elevate Educator 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g3uvMXk2 17) Canva for Teachers 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gDurmv_n 18) Wayground (formerly Quizizz) Super Trainer 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gMiveSPY 19) Seesaw Learning Pioneer/Ambassador/Certified Educator 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gaCnxhps 20) Kami Hero 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gmXcm8f8 #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist | 76 comments on LinkedIn
Boosting Teaching Impact with Data-Driven Reflection | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
According to "#Data Rules: Elevating #Teaching with Objective Reflection" by Jim Knight and Michael Faggella-Luby, impactful teaching can be observed and reflected on through these key components: 1️⃣ Student #engagement (time on task, experience sampling, exit tickets, surveys) 2️⃣ #Instructional vs. non-instructional time 3️⃣ Engagement Time #Index (a global measure combining time on task and instructional time) 4️⃣ #Teacher vs. student talk 5️⃣ Ratio of #interactions (descriptive, reinforcing, and corrective comments) 6️⃣ Correcting #students (consistency and approach) 7️⃣ Student #behavior (disruptions, respectful interactions, classroom climate) 8️⃣ #Questioning practices (type, kind, and cognitive level) 9️⃣ Student #responses (opportunities, variety, and corrections) 🔟 Teacher #clarity 1️⃣1️⃣ Formative #assessment 💭 What would you add to this list based on your own classroom experience? In my previous posts, I truly appreciated how other educators shared their practices and insights. We learn so much from one another and sometimes, a small idea you share can make a big difference for someone else. ✨ Looking forward to learning from you again. #ImpactfulTeaching #TeacherReflection #ProfessionalLearning #Education #EdTech #InstructionalCoaching #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Teachers #Teaching #Learning #FormativeAssessment #StudentEngagement #ClassroomPractice #TeachingStrategies #EducatorCommunity #ReflectiveTeaching
#learning #confidence #confident #reflection #sel #students #critically #classroom #kahoot #edtech #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #education #singapore… | Sabina Mammadova
Kahoot! New Updates 💡 🤔 I recently tried some of the new Kahoot! modes and wanted to share my experience. These modes offer unique ways to engage learners and support #learning. Here’s a quick comparison: 🟡 Classic Kahoot! - Focuses on speed and accuracy - Energizes the classroom with friendly competition - Perfect for quick knowledge checks and recall. 🟣 #Confidence Mode - Students earn extra points for #confident answers but lose points if they are unsure - Encourages #reflection and self-assessment - Supports Social and Emotional Learning (#SEL) by helping #students build confidence and think #critically about their certainty. 🟡 The Big Game - A high-energy, sports-themed mode with music and visuals - Can be played solo or in teams - Promotes engagement, collaboration, and a gamified celebration of learning In short: 🟡 Classic = energy & fast-paced recall 🟣 Confidence Mode = reflection & confidence-building 🟡 The Big Game = collaboration & shared learning Choosing the right mode depends on your learning objective, #classroom context, and student needs. #Kahoot #EdTech #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Education #Singapore #Gamification #StudentEngagement #SEL #ConfidenceMode #BigGame #ActiveLearning
#linkedin #poll #teachers #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #education #singapore | Sabina Mammadova
Professional development has evolved. Each PD format brings something different: • Instructional coaching supports teachers through ongoing feedback, reflection, and classroom based growth • Micro-credentials recognize targeted skills and encourage personalized, self-directed learning • Workshops can spark new ideas and shared understanding, especially when well-designed • PLCs create space for collaboration, collective problem-solving, and shared accountability The real question isn’t which one exists in schools, but which one actually changes practice over time. I’m curious to learn from your experience. Which PD format works best for you? 🤔 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Poll #Teachers #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Singapore
#student #collaboration #class #secondary #students #voted #parents #school #assembly #responsibility #collaboration #owis #singapore #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist… | Sabina Mammadova
#Student Voice, Choice, and #Collaboration in Action 🌐 🏫 Each week, one class in our school organizes the assembly. This week, my Grade 6 tutor #class took the lead and organized an assembly for the lower #secondary classes. To begin, I invited #students to suggest possible topics and activities. They then #voted on the topic they wanted to present and voted again on the activities to include 📈 After that, I created a planning table where students could choose how they wanted to participate and contribute. I used a shared Google document where students collaborated and worked on their assigned tasks over several weeks. The chosen topic: How We Can Get Better Sleep The assembly included: 🟡 Skit 🔵 Q&A on lucid dreaming, sleepwalking, talking in sleep, and sleeping positions 🟡 Research findings 🔵 Quiz 🟡 Interviews with parents 🔵 Posters on healthy sleep habits 🟡 Debate We also involved #parents in the process. Students interviewed their parents, which became a meaningful way to connect home and #school learning. My students also requested to wear pyjamas, and this later expanded to all lower secondary classes. Thanks to the pastoral care team and school management for approving and supporting the students’ ideas 💡 During the #assembly, students were sent to different classes to support the activities. Afterward, students from other classes approached me with positive feedback, and my tutor class shared how proud they felt when their friends enjoyed the assembly 😊 It was truly rewarding to see their excitement, sense of #responsibility, and #collaboration throughout the process. I’m grateful to my colleague and co-tutor for her support in organizing the assembly. While managing time was challenging, seeing students engaged, learning, and happy made it completely worthwhile 👩🏫 😉 Note: Image generated using AI to demonstrate the context. #OWIS #Singapore #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education
#teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #education #owis #singapore #linkedin | Sabina Mammadova
💡 45 Powerful Questioning Techniques That Promote Critical Thinking (Inspired by Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, Thinking Routines Toolbox) Great questions don’t look for answers, they make thinking visible. Project Zero reminds us that questioning is one of the strongest tools we have to deepen understanding and shift student thinking. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gXCAuuTr Here are 45 essential questioning techniques educators can use across subjects and age groups 👇 🔍 Clarifying Thinking (See–Think–Wonder, What Makes You Say That?) 1. What do you notice? 2. What do you think is happening? 3. What makes you say that? 4. Can you explain your thinking? 5. What questions does this raise for you? 🔎 Probing Assumptions (Claim–Support–Question) 6. What are we assuming here? 7. Is this assumption always true? 8. What beliefs are shaping this idea? 9. What might we be overlooking? 10. How could someone challenge this thinking? 🧩 Examining Evidence & Reasoning (Claim–Support–Question) 11. What evidence supports this claim? 12. Where does this evidence come from? 13. How reliable is the source? 14. What evidence might contradict this? 15. Which evidence is strongest, and why? 🔄 Exploring Multiple Perspectives (Circle of Viewpoints) 16. How might this look from another perspective? 17. Who might see this differently? 18. What perspectives are missing? 19. Why might people disagree about this? 20. How does considering other viewpoints change your thinking? 🔗 Making Connections (Connect–Extend–Challenge) 21. How does this connect to what you already know? 22. What does this extend for you? 23. What challenges or surprises your thinking? 24. Where else have we seen something similar? 25. How does this relate to real life? 🧪 Applying & Transferring Learning (3–2–1 Bridge) 26. How could this be applied in a new situation? 27. What would happen if one element changed? 28. How would this work in another context? 29. What problem could this help solve? 30. What would success look like? 🧠 Analyzing & Evaluating (Compass Points) 31. What are the strengths of this idea? 32. What are the weaknesses or limitations? 33. What excites you about this idea? 34. What concerns do you have? 35. How effective is this overall? 💡 Creating & Innovating (Generate–Sort–Connect–Elaborate) 36. How could this idea be improved? 37. What alternative solutions could work? 38. How might you redesign this? 39. What new idea could build on this? 40. What could this look like in the future? 🪞 Reflecting on Thinking (I Used to Think… Now I Think…) 41. How has your thinking changed? 42. What influenced that change? 43. What was challenging about this? 44. What would you do differently next time? 45. Why does this learning matter? #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #OWIS #Singapore #Linkedin
#educators #universities #programs #stanford #harvard #oxford #teachers #leaders #courses #leadership #pedagogy #certificates #school #management #certificate #classroom #online #assignments… | Sabina Mammadova
As #educators, professional development is key and some of the world’s top #universities offer online, self-paced #programs that can fit around our busy schedules. I’ve completed programs from #Stanford, #Harvard, and #Oxford, and found them extremely valuable. I’m sharing their websites below so you can explore the programs yourself: 1️⃣ Harvard Graduate School of Education 🌐 Explore Programs: https://lnkd.in/gPqiVZjY - Wide range of professional development programs for #teachers and #leaders - #Courses include education #leadership, innovation, and #pedagogy - #Certificates awarded after completing required tasks/projects 2️⃣ Stanford University Graduate School of Education – Stanford Online 🌐 Explore Programs: https://lnkd.in/gHq94VAS - Offers courses for teachers, #school leaders, and educational #management - Self-paced with practical tasks to earn a #certificate - Focus on applying learning directly to your #classroom or professional context 3️⃣ University of Oxford – Oxford Lifelong Learning, University of Oxford 🌐 Explore Courses: https://lnkd.in/gXc4D7HZ - Offers #online courses for teachers, education professionals, and other specializations - Flexible, self-paced learning with certificates available - Practical #assignments ensure learning is applied 💡 These programs aren’t free, but if you’re ready to invest in your #professional growth, they are well worth it. Beyond gaining new skills, they offer excellent networking opportunities and exposure to #global perspectives in #education. #ProfessionalDevelopment #Teachers #EducationLeadership #OnlineLearning #Stanford #Harvard #Oxford #LifelongLearning #EdTech #EducatorGrowth #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #OWIS #Singapore #Linkedin #HarvardGraduateSchoolofEducation #StanfordUniversityGraduateSchoolofEducation #UniversityofOxford
#planning #learning #engaging #lessons #linkedin #poll #teachers #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #education #singapore | Sabina Mammadova
Finding the right lesson #planning strategy can save time while making #learning more #engaging and effective. When planning your #lessons, what helps you the most to save time while still creating impactful learning experiences? 🤔 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Poll #Teachers #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Singapore
#edtech #digitallearning #teachingtips #studentengagement #teacherlife #linkedin #poll #teachers #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #education #singapore | Sabina Mammadova
We all have that go-to tool for checking student understanding. Which one do you reach for most often? Digital learning tools like Kahoot, Blooket, Wayground, etc. Would love to hear your thoughts and any tips you’ve picked up along the way 👩🏫 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #EdTech #DigitalLearning #TeachingTips #StudentEngagement #TeacherLife #Linkedin #Poll #Teachers #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Singapore
#teachers #educators #opportunities #schools #internationalteaching #globalteachers #teachingabroad #edtech #educationcommunity #teacherresources #internationalschools #careerineducation… | Sabina Mammadova | 81 comments
I have been working abroad for the past three years, and during this time, I researched platforms that hire #teachers globally. I’m sharing a list of these platforms below. You can find more information on their websites, some of them even offer free access. If you have experience with any of these platforms or would like to recommend others to fellow #educators, please feel free to share. I hope this list will be helpful for educators seeking #opportunities in international #schools across different countries. The process can be quite competitive and requires patience and perseverance. Wishing you the very best of luck! 👩🏫 1. Tes/Schrole Group (these two platforms are now connected) 2. teachaway 3. Search Associates 4. Teacher Horizons 5. The International Educator (TIE) educator) 6. Nord Anglia Education Anglia 7. SABIS® 8. TIC (Teacher International Consultancy) Recruitment 9. Inspired Education Group 10. Randstad 11. CTgoodjobs 12. China Teaching Jobs 13. eChinacities 14. Glassdoor for Employers 15. Compass 16. SeekTeachers 17. International Schools Partnership Limited 18. The Guardian Jobs 19. International Schools Services 20. WISHlistjobs.com | Worldwide International Schools Hub 21. International School Jobs (ISJ) 22. Eteach (International) 23. LinkedIn Jobs (Education Section) 24. Edvectus 25. Global Recruitment Collaborative (GRC) #InternationalTeaching #GlobalTeachers #TeachingAbroad #EdTech #EducationCommunity #TeacherResources #InternationalSchools #CareerInEducation #GlobalEducation #TeacherOpportunities #TeachingTips #EducationAbroad #TeacherNetworking #EdCareer #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Linkedin | 81 comments on LinkedIn
Science Simulations for Teachers and Students | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
🟡 One of my #students suggested this platform to me because it offers very engaging #simulations. I’m sharing the link below as it has some really interesting simulations for #Science, and #teachers of other subjects may also find them relevant. I’ll share a few of the simulations that I found particularly useful, you can easily design #activities or #lessons around them 🪐🌍 🔗 The link of the website: https://neal.fun/ #EdTech #Science #TeachingResources #DigitalLearning #InteractiveLearning #TeachingIdeas #ClassroomResources #Education #EdTechCommunity #Linkedin #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Singapore
#topic #learning #concept #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtech #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #simulations #education #stemeducation #scienceeducation #educationaltechnology… | Sabina Mammadova | 14 comments
I’ve compiled a list of simulation rich websites that I regularly use in my teaching. Around 15 of them I use actively, while the others I explore occasionally, depending on the #topic and #learning objectives. The choice of platform always depends on the #concept I want students to explore and the type of simulation that best supports understanding. I’ve also indicated which subjects each platform is best suited for. I began exploring simulations when I was unable to conduct laboratory experiments due to limitations in the lab facilities at the schools where I worked. I found these tools incredibly useful and began designing activities around them to support student learning. If you know any other effective simulation tools, please feel free to share, I’m always happy to explore new resources. 1. PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder 📚 Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Earth Science 2. LabXchange 📚 Subjects: Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences 3. JavaLab 📚 Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics 4. Labster 📚 Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health Sciences 5. GeoGebra 📚 Subjects: Mathematics 6. Falstad Math & Physics 📚 Subjects: Physics, Mathematics 7. Gizmos (ExploreLearning) 📚 Subjects: Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Mathematics 8. ChemCollective 📚 Subjects: Chemistry 9. HHMI BioInteractive 📚 Subjects: Biology 10. Desmos 📚 Subjects: Mathematics 11. Wolfram Demonstrations Project 📚 Subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science 12. Learn Genetics (University of Utah) 📚 Subjects: Biology, Genetics 13. TryEngineering 📚 Subjects: Engineering, STEM 14. CK-12 Foundation Simulations 📚 Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Earth Science 15. EduMedia 📚 Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science, Mathematics 16. oPhysics 📚 Subjects: Physics 17. UCAR Center for Science Education (SciEd) 📚 Subjects: Earth Science, Climate Science, Meteorology 18. BioDigital 📚 Subjects: Biology, Human Anatomy, Health Science 19. Merge 📚 Subjects: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) 20. Explerify.com 📚 Subjects: General Science #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTech #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Simulations #Education #STEMeducation #ScienceEducation #EducationalTechnology #DigitalLearning #InteractiveLearning #VirtualLabs #InquiryBasedLearning #TeachingTools #TeacherResources #Teaching #21stCenturySkills | 14 comments on LinkedIn
#diagrams #individual #pair #group #students #venn #edtech #teachingtools #visuallearning #mindmapping #venndiagram #conceptmapping #fishbonediagram #classroomstrategies #collaborativelearning… | Sabina Mammadova
I use #diagrams extensively in my classes, as they work wonderfully for #individual, #pair, and #group activities. Here are 10 tools I use most often. If you have other favorites, I’d love to hear your recommendations 😊 1. Lucidchart 2. Coggle 3. Canva 4. draw.io 5. Whimsical 6. Creately 7. Google Drawings 8. Zen Flowchart 9. Figma 10. Mermaid #Students can create #Venn diagrams, mind maps, concept maps, fishbone diagrams, and other visual organizers to clarify ideas, compare concepts, and strengthen critical thinking skills. #EdTech #TeachingTools #VisualLearning #MindMapping #VennDiagram #ConceptMapping #FishboneDiagram #ClassroomStrategies #CollaborativeLearning #StudentEngagement #DigitalLearning #EducationInnovation #TeacherLife #21stCenturySkills #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education LinkedIn
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Poll Results 📊 The question was: Which professional development format is MOST effective for teachers today? The poll votes by 41 people. Results are shown below: Instructional coaching 41% ✅ Micro-credentials 12% Workshops 39% PLCs 7% 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Poll #Teachers #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Singapore LinkedIn
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Poll Results 📊 The question was: When planning your lessons, what helps you the most to save time while still creating impactful learning experiences? The poll votes by 29 people. Results are shown below: AI-assisted tools 52% ✅ Templates & guides 17% Collaboration with colleagues 17% Past experience 14% 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Poll #Teachers #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Singapore LinkedIn
#ai #student #style #vocabulary #academic #starters #personal #examples #analysis #classroom #generic #lesson #references #citations #wordiness #formatting #writing #excessive #evidence #ai #list… | Sabina Mammadova
🤔 How do you identify #AI-generated #student work? The key point, you usually can’t rely on a single sign. The best approach is to combine multiple indicators with your knowledge of the student. In my experience, I pay attention to the following points: 1. Writing #style or tone 2. #Vocabulary sophistication (compared with the student’s previous work) 3. A student who usually writes simply suddenly submits highly polished #academic writing 4. Repetitive sentence #starters 5. Lack of #personal voice 6. Generalizations instead of specific #examples 7. Surface level #analysis 8. Avoidance of concrete #classroom references 9. #Generic examples 10. Difficulty responding to very specific prompts tied to the #lesson 11. Incorrect #references 12. #Citations that don’t exist 13. #Wordiness without real depth 14. Inconsistent #formatting within the same work (e.g., mixed citation styles) 15. The student cannot clearly explain their own #writing 16. Unusual or #excessive use of dashes (—) compared with the student’s normal writing style 17. Lack of process #evidence No single sign proves #AI use, but patterns across several of these indicators often signal that a closer look and a supportive conversation may be needed. What would you add to this #list? I’d love to hear about your #experience. What signs do you look for when reviewing student work? 🔍 #AIinEducation #AcademicIntegrity #TeacherTips #EdTech #Assessment #StudentWork #AIDetection #ResponsibleAI #TeachingStrategies #EducationLeadership #DigitalLearning #FutureOfEducation #TeacherLife #SecondaryEducation #MiddleSchool #HighSchoolTeachers #InstructionalCoach #EducationalTechnology #AIethics #TeachWithIntegrity #Teacher #EdTechSpecialist #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Education LinkedIn
#edtech #digitallearning #teachingtips #studentengagement #teacherlife #linkedin #poll #teachers #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #education #singapore | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 The question was: Your go-to assessment tool? The poll votes by 51 people. Results are shown below: Digital Learning Tools 61% ✅ Self-Assessment 24% Google Forms 10% Peer assessment 6% 📸 A picture is generated in Adobe Firefly AI tool. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #EdTech #DigitalLearning #TeachingTips #StudentEngagement #TeacherLife #Linkedin #Poll #Teachers #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Singapore LinkedIn
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“Size of Life” simulation by Neal.fun provides concise information and shows the relative size of different substances and organisms 🧫🦋🐝 🔗 The link: https://lnkd.in/gXMc2Wpn #ScienceEducation #EdTech #InteractiveLearning #DigitalLearning #ScienceSimulations #TeachingResources #EducationalTechnology #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#perma #teaching #positive #engagement #relationships #meaning #accomplishment #teacher #student #sel #teaching #learning #classrooms #research #perma #positivepsychology #teacherreflection… | Sabina Mammadova
I recently came across Martin Seligman’s #PERMA model (Theory of Happiness) while taking the "High Impact #Teaching" course by Jim Knight, I found it both simple and powerful to apply. At its core, PERMA focuses on the key elements that help people flourish, not just function: 🟡 P — #Positive Emotion It’s about intentionally increasing moments of positivity in everyday life. 🔵 E — #Engagement Being deeply absorbed in an activity, often described as being in “flow.” Time passes quickly because you are fully involved. 🟢 R — #Relationships Building supportive, meaningful connections with others. 🟣 M — #Meaning Belonging to and serving something bigger than yourself. Having a purpose in life helps individuals focus on what is really important in the face of significant challenge or adversity. 🟠 A — #Accomplishment Achieving goals, making progress, and feeling competent. Even small wins contribute to wellbeing. Inspired by the PERMA model, these five reflection questions (shared in the course) can support both #teacher and #student wellbeing: 1. How positive was my day? → What moments brought joy, gratitude, or optimism? 2. How engaged was I? → When did I feel fully absorbed or in flow? 3. How healthy were my relationships? → How did I connect, support, or collaborate with others? 4. How meaningful were my activities? → Did what I did today matter to me or to others? 5. What did I accomplish? → What progress, big or small, did I make? 💡 From a social and emotional learning (#SEL) and effective #teaching perspective, these elements are important to consider when creating a positive, supportive #learning environment. Sometimes we are already applying many of these practices in our #classrooms, without realizing there is strong #research behind them. You may already be doing more than you think. 💬 Which PERMA elements are you already intentionally (or unintentionally) embedding in your teaching? 🌐 The link for the detailed (Seligman’s PERMA+ Model Explained: A Theory of Wellbeing) information: https://lnkd.in/eUM-ujCd #PERMA #PositivePsychology #TeacherReflection #StudentWellbeing #SEL #WellbeingInEducation #IB #TeachingTips #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#activity #self #metacognition #motivation #decisionmaking #teacherreflection #sel #educationleadership #teachingtips #teacher #education #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist… | Sabina Mammadova
This idea really caught my attention: the 10-10-10 rule introduced by Suzy Welch (2009). It’s a simple yet powerful framework for making clearer, more balanced decisions by asking: 🟡 How will this affect my life in 10 minutes, 10 months, and 10 years? The idea is simple, before making a decision, pause and reflect: 🌐 How will this affect my life in 10 minutes? (short-term impact: emotions, immediate consequences) 🌐 How will this affect my life in 10 months? (mid-term impact: progress, relationships, workload) 🌐 How will this affect my life in 10 years? (long-term impact: values, purpose, big picture) Sometimes, a brief pause and three questions can completely shift our perspective, both as educators and as leaders. 💬 You can model this with a small #activity: Ask students to pick one learning decision they made this week and reflect through the 10-10-10 lens. This builds #self-regulation, #metacognition, and #motivation. #DecisionMaking #TeacherReflection #SEL #EducationLeadership #TeachingTips #Teacher #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach
#growthmindset #developed #research #skill #yet #learning #students #subjects #reduction #mathematics #study #growth #ability #effort #strategies #support #fixed #learning #process | Sabina Mammadova
The concept of #growthmindset, the belief that intellectual abilities can be #developed rather than fixed, was popularized by psychologist Professor Carol S. Dweck and has been widely studied in educational #research. One key idea she emphasizes is the power of “Not Yet”: instead of labeling a student as failing or unable to master a #skill, we frame it as “You haven’t mastered this #yet.” This simple word encourages persistence, #learning from mistakes, and the understanding that ability grows over time. 📌 Key Research Findings A major randomized controlled trial published in Nature (2019) examined growth mindset interventions delivered online to ninth‑grade #students in the United States: 1️⃣ GPA improvement: Lower-achieving students who received the growth mindset intervention earned 0.10 more grade points (on a 4.0 scale) in core #subjects compared to those in the control group. 2️⃣ Reduction in poor performance: The percentage of students earning a GPA below 2.0 (D/F grades) declined from 46% to 41%, a relative #reduction of about 11%. 3️⃣ Advanced course enrollment: Students who received the intervention were 3 percentage points more likely to enroll in advanced #mathematics courses the next year (from 33% to 36%). This #study involved thousands of students and was designed to be representative of U.S. secondary education. 🧠 What Growth Mindset and “Not Yet” Mean: - #Growth mindset refers to the belief that intelligence and #ability can be developed with #effort, learning #strategies, and #support. - In contrast, a #fixed mindset views ability as static and unchangeable. The “Not Yet” framing encourages students to see #learning as a #process: failure is not permanent, and mastery is achievable over time 😊 📽️ The link for the video: Carol Dweck (TEDx talks) - The power of believing that you can improve https://lnkd.in/g6m89vmT 📚 Works Cited: 1. Dweck, Carol S. Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Random House, 2006. 2. OECD. Why and When Growth Mindset Matters. Annex A. OECD Publishing, 2023. 3. Yeager, David S., et al. “A National Experiment Reveals Where a Growth Mindset Improves Achievement.” Nature, vol. 573, 2019, pp. 364–369.
#teachers #oecd #talis #wellbeing #jobs #teaching #career #school #satisfaction #salary #oecd #talis #teacherwellbeing #teachersatisfaction #educationleadership #edleadership #edresearch… | Sabina Mammadova
🌎 Most #teachers happy in their jobs, says OECD (2025) A new analysis by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (#OECD), based on the Teaching and Learning International Survey (#TALIS), paints a largely positive but nuanced, picture of teacher #wellbeing worldwide. Key findings: - 9 in 10 teachers report being satisfied with their #jobs across OECD systems. - Almost 95% say they often feel happy while #teaching. - Nearly three-quarters would choose teaching again as a #career. - The survey covered ~280,000 teachers and #school leaders in 55 education systems. Despite high overall #satisfaction, the data highlights important tensions: 🔸 #Salary satisfaction is much lower. ✳️ Only around 2 in 5 teachers are satisfied with their pay on average. 🔸 This shows wellbeing ≠ compensation satisfaction. ✳️ Among teachers under 30, this rises to 20%. 🔸 Job satisfaction strongly matters: satisfied teachers are five times less likely to plan to leave. ✳️ Stress still present. 🔸 Roughly 1 in 5 teachers report experiencing a lot of stress. And 17% still plan to leave within five years ... 🌐 The link for the article: https://lnkd.in/gf8daQ8t #OECD #TALIS #TeacherWellbeing #TeacherSatisfaction #EducationLeadership #EdLeadership #EdResearch #DataInEducation #TeacherSupport #FutureOfEducation #InternationalEducation #K12Education #HigherEducation #Education #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdtechSpecialist #Article
#satisfaction #data #employment #plan #oecd #talis #teacherwellbeing #teachersatisfaction #educationleadership #edleadership #edresearch #dataineducation #teachersupport #futureofeducation… | Sabina Mammadova
🌎 Part 2. Teacher #satisfaction and intention to leave. What does the #data show: The OECD TALIS 2024 data reveals a clear and important pattern. Teachers who are satisfied with their #employment terms are significantly less likely to #plan to leave the profession within five years. 📊 Key insights from the chart • There is a strong negative relationship between satisfaction and intention to leave. • Even in systems where teachers are generally satisfied, salary remains a weaker point. • The OECD average confirms that improving working conditions can significantly reduce potential teacher attrition. This data reinforces an important message. Teacher retention is not only about recruitment. It is strongly connected to how supported teachers feel in their roles. Improving employment conditions, recognition, and compensation is likely to have a direct impact on keeping teachers in the profession. What do you think has the strongest impact on teacher retention in your context 🤔 🌐 The link for the article: https://lnkd.in/gf8daQ8t #OECD #TALIS #TeacherWellbeing #TeacherSatisfaction #EducationLeadership #EdLeadership #EdResearch #DataInEducation #TeacherSupport #FutureOfEducation #InternationalEducation #K12Education #HigherEducation #Education #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdtechSpecialist #Article
#plan #create #materials #guidance #check #design #facilitate #assess #feedback #flippedclassroom #blendedlearning #activelearning #studentengagement #edtech #teachingstrategies #classroomtips… | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 Flipped Classroom: Step-by-Step Guide 1. #Plan & Identify Objectives - Determine learning goals and outcomes. - Decide which content is best for pre-class vs. in-class. 2. #Create Pre-Class Materials - Short videos, readings, podcasts, or slides. - Keep them engaging and concise (5–10 mins). 3. Share #Materials with Students - Upload to Google Classroom, Canvas, or Edpuzzle. - Provide clear instructions and deadlines. 4. Provide Pre-Class #Guidance - Include guiding questions, checklists, or prompts. - Encourage students to take notes or ask questions. 5. #Check Understanding Before Class - Quick quizzes, polls, or reflections. - Use this to adjust in-class activities. 6. #Design Active In-Class Activities - Collaborative projects, problem-solving, discussions. - Focus on applying knowledge, not repeating lecture. 7. #Facilitate & Support Learning - Circulate, guide groups, answer questions, scaffold as needed. 8. #Assess & Reflect - Exit tickets, short assessments, or presentations. - Reflect on what worked and what to improve. 9. Provide #Feedback & Follow-Up - Share insights, clarify misconceptions. - Adjust next flipped lesson accordingly. #FlippedClassroom #BlendedLearning #ActiveLearning #StudentEngagement #EdTech #TeachingStrategies #ClassroomTips #21stCenturySkills #InstructionalDesign #LessonPlanning #TeacherTools #TeacherResources #EducationalTechnology #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#engage #curiosity #question #assess #explore #investigate #encourage #facilitator #explain #students #clarifies #understanding #elaborate #apply #concepts #connections #evaluate #assess #formative… | Sabina Mammadova
5E Lesson Plan: Step-by-Step Guide 1. #Engage - Capture students’ attention and spark #curiosity. - Use a #question, demonstration, video, or story. - #Assess prior knowledge and stimulate thinking. 🟡 Example: Show a surprising experiment or ask a thought-provoking question. 2. #Explore - Students #investigate the concept hands-on or through inquiry. - #Encourage group work, experiments, or simulations. - Teacher acts as #facilitator, not lecturer. 🟡 Example: Lab activity, interactive simulation, or problem-solving task. 3. #Explain - #Students share findings and construct understanding. - Teacher provides direct instruction, #clarifies misconceptions, and introduces vocabulary. - Encourage students to articulate their #understanding. 🟡 Example: Class discussion, concept mapping, or mini-lesson. 4. #Elaborate / Extend - Students #apply learning to new situations. - Reinforce #concepts and deepen understanding. - Integrate real-world examples or cross-curricular #connections. 🟡 Example: Case study, project, or problem-solving challenge. 5. #Evaluate - #Assess student understanding and learning outcomes. - Can be #formative (during lesson) or #summative (end of lesson). - Use variety of #assessment tools: quizzes, presentations, peer assessment, reflection. 🟡 Example: Exit tickets, lab report, or concept demonstration. #5ELessonPlan #Education #Teaching #EdTech #TeacherLife #Classroom #LessonPlanning #StudentEngagement #Learning #TeachingTips #InstructionalDesign #21stCenturySkills #StudentSuccess #CollaborativeLearning #InquiryBasedLearning #CriticalThinking #TeacherResources #LessonPlan #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#reviews #schools #work #teacher #learning #experiences #teacherreviews #schools #teachinginsights #teacherexperience #schoolreviews #internationalschools #educationcommunity #teacherresources… | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 Teacher #reviews provide valuable insights into #schools, helping educators make informed decisions about where to #work. The following platforms are useful for reading #teacher reviews and #learning from the #experiences of other educators: 1. Glassdoor – Reviews from teachers and school staff on work environment, leadership, and culture. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gvdJ5SYm 2. Indeed – Employee reviews, including those from teachers, offering insights on school experiences. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gWP-Dthh 3. TeachersRateSchools.com – A platform dedicated to teacher-generated school reviews worldwide. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gQMZ9-mv 4. International Teaching Families – Teacher reviews and firsthand experiences from international schools. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gSuWFXuc 5. International School Advisor – Reviews and ratings of international schools from teachers, parents, and students. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g-GfJVPf 6. International Schools Review – Comprehensive teacher reviews of international schools across the globe. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gvz9pR_V 7. SchoolinReviews.com – Ratings and reviews of international schools in various countries. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g9dWKhi3 Which platforms or websites do you use to learn about schools before applying or teaching there? 🤔 #TeacherReviews #Schools #TeachingInsights #TeacherExperience #SchoolReviews #InternationalSchools #EducationCommunity #TeacherResources #TeachingAbroad #EdTech #LearningFromTeachers #CareerInEducation #TeacherAdvice #SchoolInsights #EducationProfessionals #TeacherNetwork #EducatorLife #TeachingCommunity #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin
#dok #webb #knowledge #framework #students #bloom #designing #recall #skills #thinking #extended #webbsdepthofknowledge #dok #framework #cognitivecomplexity #students #learning #education #teaching… | Sabina Mammadova
📌 Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (#DOK) Framework I’ve been exploring #Webb’s Depth of #Knowledge (DOK), and I really like how this #framework helps teachers think beyond whether #students just know something. It’s about how deeply they need to engage their thinking to actually apply it. While it’s similar to #Bloom’s Taxonomy, DOK really emphasizes the level of mental effort required, which makes it such a useful tool for #designing lessons, activities, and assessments. Four Levels of Webb’s DOK 🟡 DOK Level 1 – #Recall & Reproduction - Requires recall of facts, definitions, or procedures. - Tasks often involve one-step or simple actions. ✳️ Examples: - Define a term. - List the steps in a process. 🟡 DOK Level 2 – #Skills & Concepts - Requires some mental processing, reasoning, or application of skills. - Tasks often involve comparing, organizing, or summarizing. ✳️ Examples: - Interpret a simple graph or chart. - Explain cause and effect. 🟡 DOK Level 3 – Strategic #Thinking - Requires reasoning, planning, and using evidence. - Tasks are more complex, often with multiple steps. ✳️ Examples: - Analyze the impact of historical events. - Draw conclusions from experimental data. 🟡 DOK Level 4 – #Extended Thinking - Requires high-level thinking and synthesis over time. - Often involves investigation, designing, or creating new understanding. ✳️ Examples: - Design and conduct a science experiment. - Develop a solution to a real-world problem. - Write a research report synthesizing multiple sources. #WebbsDepthOfKnowledge #DOK #Framework #CognitiveComplexity #Students #Learning #Education #Teaching #LessonDesign #Assessment #CriticalThinking #ProblemSolving #Analysis #Synthesis #HigherOrderThinking #BloomVsDOK #InstructionalDesign #EduTech #LearningObjectives #StudentEngagement #ClassroomStrategies #EducationTools #EvidenceBasedTeaching #LearningOutcomes #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin
#marzano #bloom #bloom #taxonomy #learning #cognitive #model #interconnected #self #motivated #metacognitive #plan #cognitive #process #classrooms #inquiry #student #atl #ib #complexity… | Sabina Mammadova
🟡 #Marzano’s Taxonomy - An Alternative to #Bloom’s While many of us are familiar with #Bloom’sTaxonomy, I’ve recently been revisiting Marzano’s #Taxonomy of Educational Objectives and it offers a powerful shift in how we think about #learning. What stands out to me is that Marzano doesn’t focus only on #cognitive processes. The #model reminds us that learning is influenced by three #interconnected systems: 🔹 #Self-system — Do students value the task? Are they #motivated to engage? 🔹 #Metacognitive system — How well do students #plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning? 🔹 #Cognitive system — How do students #process and use knowledge? This structure resonates strongly with what we see in real #classrooms. Before deep thinking happens, students first decide whether the learning matters to them, something Bloom’s does not explicitly address. Marzano's Taxonomy of Educational Objectives 🟡 Level 1: Self-System (Highest influence) Focus: Motivation and engagement Students decide whether to invest effort. - Is this important to me? - Can I succeed? - How do I feel about this? ✅ Classroom examples: - Setting personal learning goals - Reflecting on interest or confidence - Evaluating importance of a task 🟡 Level 2: Metacognitive System Focus: Planning, monitoring, evaluating learning Students manage their own thinking. - Goal setting - Strategy selection - Self-monitoring - Self-evaluation ✅ Classroom examples: - Planning an investigation - Checking progress during a task - Reflecting on what worked 🟡 Level 3: Cognitive System Focus: Actual thinking and knowledge use This level has four sub-levels (roughly parallel to Bloom but more precise): 🔹 Retrieval - Recognizing - Recalling - Executing simple procedures 🔹 Comprehension - Integrating - Symbolizing 🔹 Analysis - Matching - Classifying - Error analysis - Generalizing 🔹 Knowledge Utilization (Highest cognitive level) - Decision making - Problem solving - Experimental inquiry - Investigation For me, Marzano’s framework is particularly useful when: 🔸 designing #inquiry-based learning 🔸 strengthening #student self-regulation 🔸 supporting #ATL skill development (especially in #IB contexts) 🔸 moving beyond task difficulty toward thinking #complexity Bloom’s remains useful, but Marzano reminds us that how students manage and value their learning matters just as much as how they think. 💬 Do you use Bloom’s, Webb’s DOK, Marzano, or a blend of frameworks? #MarzanosTaxonomy #EducationalLeadership #InstructionalDesign #Assessment #IBEducation #InquiryBasedLearning #Metacognition #StudentAgency #TeachingStrategies #CurriculumDesign #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin
#bloom #understand #concepts #planning #lessons #assessments #learning #thinking #bloomstaxonomy #teachingstrategies #instructionaldesign #deeperlearning #assessment #educationleadership #teachers… | Sabina Mammadova
Many of us use #Bloom’s Taxonomy, but are we truly using its full power? 🤔 I recently revisited Bloom’s framework. At its core, Bloom’s Taxonomy is a structured way to measure how deeply learners #understand content, not just what they remember. What stood out to me most is the progressive nature of thinking. Learning doesn’t jump from memorising facts straight to critical thinking. Instead, it builds layer by layer. The revised taxonomy (2001) emphasises this active progression through six cognitive levels: 1. Remember 2. Understand 3. Apply 4. Analyse 5. Evaluate 6. Create Each level increases in complexity, and importantly, learners typically need strong foundations before moving upward. If students can’t remember key #concepts, they will struggle to understand them and without understanding, meaningful application becomes nearly impossible. What I appreciate most is how practical Bloom’s framework is for #planning. When learning objectives are aligned with the right cognitive level, it becomes much easier to: - design purposeful #lessons - choose appropriate #assessments - differentiate #learning experiences - move students toward deeper #thinking The shift in the revised taxonomy from nouns to action verbs also reinforces something important: learning is active, not passive. In busy classrooms, it’s easy to stay at the lower levels (remember & understand). They are quicker to assess and easier to plan. But the real magic happens at the top of the pyramid, when students analyse, evaluate and create. That’s where ownership, transfer, and genuine deep learning live. 🌐 The link for the article: https://lnkd.in/gqZvAEmA Which level of Bloom’s Taxonomy do your students spend most of their time? #BloomsTaxonomy #TeachingStrategies #InstructionalDesign #DeeperLearning #Assessment #EducationLeadership #Teachers #LearningDesign #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#discussion #groups #moderate #balance #student #critical #school #constructive #care #adults #datarules #book #education #instructionalcoach #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist | Sabina Mammadova
"Facilitating a #discussion is always a delicate dance since people, young and old, often express more negative than positive comments in #groups. Teachers can #moderate student comments, ensuring a #balance of perspectives while also ensuring that #student feel that their comments are welcome. Sometimes teachers need to take a #critical, negative comment, such as "I don't think any adults care about us in this #school," and turn into a #constructive comment, such as "What would it look and feel like if you felt the adults here really did #care?" or "What are some simple things #adults could do to show you that they care?" From Data Rules: Elevating Teaching with Objective Reflection by Jim Knight and Michael Faggella-Luby #DataRules #Book #Education #InstructionalCoach #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist
#comparison #motivation #skills #lesson #learning #engagement #understanding #badges #challenges #understanding #planning #design #rewards #gameplay #simulation #engagement #learning #gamification… | Sabina Mammadova
Sometimes we use gamification and game-based learning as if they mean the same thing, but they actually serve different purposes. Looking closely at this #comparison reminded me of an important takeaway: 🟡 Gamification is mainly about increasing #motivation and participation. 🟣 Game-based learning is about helping students actually learn specific content or #skills through play. 🟡 With gamification, you keep your #lesson but add game elements to it. 🟣 With game-based learning, the game itself becomes the #learning experience. 🟡 Gamification often targets behaviour, #engagement, effort, and persistence. 🟣 Game-based learning focuses more on #understanding concepts and building skills. 🟡 Gamification usually includes points, #badges, leaderboards, or streaks. 🟣 Game-based learning includes rules, #challenges, storylines, and meaningful gameplay. 🟡 Gamification can sometimes stay at a surface level if not designed carefully. 🟣 Game-based learning has stronger potential for deeper conceptual #understanding. 🟡 Gamification is generally quicker and easier to add to existing lessons. 🟣 Game-based learning usually requires more intentional #planning and #design. 🟡 In gamification, progress is often tracked through points or #rewards. 🟣 In game-based learning, assessment is often embedded within the #gameplay itself. 🟡 Gamification: giving badges for completing homework or participating. 🟣 Game-based learning: using a #simulation game to explore ecosystems or economics. Both can be powerful, but only when we are intentional about why and how we use them. In my experience, the real impact happens when we move beyond #engagement for its own sake and design for deep #learning, meaningful challenge, and clear learning goals. Where have you seen #gamification or #game-based learning work best in your #classroom? 🤔 #Education #EdTech #Gamification #GameBasedLearning #InstructionalDesign #TeachingStrategies #LearningDesign #StudentEngagement #EdTechSpecialist #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #instructionalCoach
#game #classroom #students #teachers #education #edtech #gamebasedlearning #teachingstrategies #studentengagement #learningdesign #poll #linkedin #teacher #education #scienceteacher #biologyteacher… | Sabina Mammadova
I’ve been exploring the use of #game-based learning in the #classroom, and it’s clear how powerful it can be for helping #students learn through experience 🎮 At the same time, many #teachers face challenges in implementing it effectively, whether it is designing meaningful games, finding the right resources, managing time, or keeping students fully engaged. What do you find is the biggest challenge when using game-based learning in your lessons? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Education #EdTech #GameBasedLearning #TeachingStrategies #StudentEngagement #LearningDesign #Poll #Linkedin #Teacher #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
Alternative to SMART Goals: PEERS Goals for Students | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
🟡 "One challenging aspect of #SMART goals is the idea that they should be #timely. Setting a time limit for a goal for #students who all learn in their own #unique pace seems at best a wild guess. As an alternative to SMART goals, we suggest PEERS goals. P - Powerful E - Easy E - Emotionally Compelling R - Reachable (a clear finish line and an idetified strategy) S - Student-focused" From Data Rules: Elevating Teaching with Objective Reflection by Jim Knight and Michael Faggella-Luby #PEERS #SMART #DataRules #Book #Education #Singapore #Linkedin #InstructionalCoach #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist
#group #project #students #group #vote #contribute #ideas #decision #education #studentvoice #teaching #classroomculture #studentengagement #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher… | Sabina Mammadova
I tried a new approach for #group formation in #project based learning recently, and it worked better than I expected! The key was making a deal with the #students. I wanted to use a random #group picker, but the students weren’t too excited about that, after all, they might not end up to be in the same group with their friends 😬 I didn’t want to ignore their opinions 🤔 So I asked them how we could organize the groups in a way that felt fair. One student suggested this compromise: run the random picker three times and let the class #vote on which version to use. I agreed, and we gave it a try. Here’s what we did: I ran the random picker three times, displayed screenshots on the TV, and students voted for their favorite version. The combination with the most votes became our final groups. Because we made a deal, students felt heard and involved in the process. Otherwise, they might always want to work with the same groups in projects. I think this is a simple but effective way to use random group picking while also letting students #contribute their #ideas and take part in #decision making. A small strategy, but it made a big difference in how students engaged with the process 😃 #Education #StudentVoice #Teaching #ClassroomCulture #StudentEngagement #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #GroupFormation #ProjectBasedLearning #Students #StudentVoice #ClassroomCulture #StudentEngagement #Teaching #Education #LearningStrategies #ClassroomManagement #StudentParticipation #EdTech #Collaboration
#experience #rubric #group #students #projects #students #group #individual #criteria #content #visual #collaboration #growth #curiosity #individual #classes #flexible #subject #teacher… | Sabina Mammadova
I would like to share my #experience designing an effective #rubric for #group work. As we know, not all #students contribute equally in group #projects, some put in more effort than others. To address this and ensure fairness, I designed a rubric and shared it with my #students. The grading was split evenly: 50% for #group performance and 50% for #individual contributions. #Criteria: 1 – Needs Improvement | 2 – Satisfactory | 3 – Good | 4 – Excellent 🟡 #Content Accuracy 1 - Most information is missing or incorrect. 2 - Some correct information; a few key details missing or inaccurate. 3 - Most information is correct; minor errors or missing details. 4 - All information is accurate and complete; shows strong understanding of the topic. 🟡 #Visual Presentation 1 - Poster is messy, hard to read, or missing graphs/diagrams. 2 - Poster is somewhat organized; some visuals included. 3 - Poster is organized; graphs, charts, and diagrams are clear. 4 - Poster is very well-organized and visually appealing; graphs, charts, and diagrams are accurate and engaging. 🟡 Team #Collaboration 1 - Group members did not share tasks; most work done by 1–2 people. 2 - Some collaboration; some members contributed more than others. 3 - Most group members participated and shared tasks fairly. 4 - All group members actively contributed; work is well-balanced and collaborative. 🟣 Self-Reflection / #Growth (Which skill did you improve during this project?) 1 - Minimal reflection; skill improvement is unclear or missing. 2 - Some reflection; identifies one skill with few details. 3 - Clear reflection; identifies a skill and briefly explains improvement. 4 - Thoughtful reflection; clearly explains skill improvement and impact on the project. 🟣 #Curiosity (What was new for you during this project?) 1 - Limited answer; little evidence of new learning. 2 - Basic answer; identifies something new but explanation is vague. 3 - Clear answer; identifies new learning with some examples. 4 - Insightful answer; explains new knowledge or experiences in detail with examples. 🟣 Quality of #Individual Section (The part you personally completed) 1 - Section incomplete or unclear. 2 - Basic understanding but lacks detail. 3 - Mostly clear and accurate. 4 - Accurate, detailed, and clearly explained. I applied this rubric with Grade 6 and 7 #classes. The first three criteria, Content Accuracy, Visual Presentation, and Team Collaboration, focused on group performance. The remaining criteria assessed each student individually, they were asked: - Which skill did you improve? - What was new for you during this project? - What was your contribution to the group work/project? This rubric helped me grade more fairly and ensured that individual effort was recognized in group work. It’s simple, #flexible, and can be applied to any #subject. #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #GroupWork #ProjectBasedLearning #StudentEngagement #Assessment
#education #edtech #gamebasedlearning #teachingstrategies #studentengagement #learningdesign #poll #linkedin #teacher #education #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #instructionalcoach #edtechspecialist | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 What’s the biggest challenge in using game-based learning in the classroom? The poll votes by 63 people. Results are shown below: Designing meaningful games 44% ✅ Limited time to implement 35% Lack of resources or tools 19% Students aren’t engaged 2% 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Education #EdTech #GameBasedLearning #TeachingStrategies #StudentEngagement #LearningDesign #Poll #Linkedin #Teacher #Education #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#rubric #students #skills #ethically #graph #ai #analyzing #strategy #teach #responsibly #plagiarism #cite #tools #awareness #ib #boundaries #teaching #resources #ib #assessment #teacher… | Sabina Mammadova
As I shared before, I am using a #rubric to help #students reflect on which #skills they improved and what was new for them. One response really stood out: a Grade 6 student responded that he improved his skill in using AI #ethically. The task involved generating a #graph with #AI, #analyzing it independently, and explaining the trends. This response made me reflect: as educators, banning AI or refusing to let students use it is not a useful #strategy. AI is already a part of their lives, if not at school, then at home. The better approach is to #teach students how to use AI #responsibly: how to follow #plagiarism rules, #cite correctly, and use AI ethically. If we guide them this way, students can gradually become more aware of how to use these #tools appropriately. This #awareness doesn’t happen overnight, but over time it can develop, similar to how #IB and other curricula teach plagiarism rules 👩🏫 I’m not giving this as advice, I’m also learning and experimenting. Slowly, I believe we can cultivate ethical awareness around AI use. The same applies to devices, they have advantages and disadvantages. It’s not about letting students use them all day, but about setting #boundaries and #teaching responsible use. To support this thinking, I will be sharing a few #resources on "Artificial Intelligence (AI) in learning, teaching, and assessment", also “Artificial Intelligence in IB Assessment and Education: A Crisis or an Opportunity?” from the International Baccalaureate (#IB). These resources explore how AI is shaping education, its potential benefits, and the challenges it brings to teaching and #assessment. 🟡 Artificial intelligence (AI) in learning, teaching, and assessment 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gA8-j8Cm 🟡 Artificial intelligence in IB assessment and education: a crisis or an opportunity? 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/g-Gnz4fS ⚜️ Note: I generated this poster using AI, referring to these two websites; it also provides a concise summary of the key points. #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #AIinEducation #EthicalAI #StudentEngagement #ProjectBasedLearning #StudentReflection #TeachingTips #ClassroomCulture
#education #bloom #framework #webbs #dok #learning #knowledge #comprehension #application #analysis #synthesis #evaluation #remember #understand #apply #analyze #evaluate #create #education… | Sabina Mammadova
Few weeks ago, I came across the idea that in #education we usually refer to the revised version of #Bloom’s Taxonomy. This made me curious about the original version, so I started exploring how the #framework has evolved over time. While researching, I gathered some insights and created a poster comparing the original and revised versions. A short summary is below, and the poster highlights the key differences. One detail I found interesting is that the revised version was developed by Lorin Anderson, a former student of Benjamin Bloom, together with David Krathwohl 🤔 Recently, I have also been exploring and applying frameworks such as #Webbs Depth of Knowledge (#DOK) and will share my experiences soon. Sometimes we hear the names of these frameworks quite often, but we may not fully understand what they actually mean in practice. In some cases, we might already be applying elements of them without realizing it. In other cases, we might want to use them but are unsure how to start 🤷♀️ That is why I wanted to share some information about these frameworks along with my own experiences using them. Bloom’s Taxonomy: Original vs. Revised 🟡 Original Bloom’s Taxonomy (1956) The original Bloom’s Taxonomy was developed in 1956 by Benjamin Bloom and colleagues to classify educational #learning objectives. It focused on types of thinking skills students use when learning. Levels (lowest → highest): 🔸 #Knowledge – Recall facts and basic concepts 🔹 #Comprehension – Understand information 🔸 #Application – Use information in new situations 🔹 #Analysis – Break information into parts 🔸 #Synthesis – Combine elements to form a new structure 🔹 #Evaluation – Make judgments based on criteria 🌐 Key characteristics - Uses noun-based categories - Focuses on knowledge accumulation - Presented as a hierarchical pyramid - Widely used for curriculum design and assessment 🟣 Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy (2001) In 2001, Bloom’s taxonomy was revised by Lorin Anderson and David Krathwohl. The revision made it more action-oriented for teaching and assessment. Levels (lowest → highest): 🔸 #Remember – Recall information 🔹 #Understand – Explain ideas or concepts 🔸 #Apply – Use information in new situations 🔹 #Analyze – Draw connections among ideas 🔸 #Evaluate – Justify decisions or opinions 🔹 #Create – Produce new or original work 🌐 Key characteristics - Uses verbs instead of nouns - Emphasizes active cognitive processes - Synthesis moved and renamed to “Create” and placed at the highest level - Introduces two dimensions: Knowledge dimension (factual, conceptual, procedural, metacognitive) and Cognitive process dimension. #Education #BloomTaxonomy #TeachingStrategies #InstructionalDesign #LearningFrameworks #CurriculumDesign #EducationalLeadership #EdTech #InstructionalCoaching #TeachingAndLearning #DepthOfKnowledge #TeacherDevelopment #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach
Bloom's Taxonomy: Cognitive, Affective, and Psychomotor Domains | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Did you know #Bloom’s Taxonomy was not designed only for #cognitive (thinking) skills? 🤔 Bloom’s work was later expanded to include the #Affective (feelings) domain, while other scholars developed models for the #Psychomotor (doing) domain. - The original 1956 taxonomy by Benjamin Bloom and colleagues focused only on the #Cognitive Domain. - Later, related #taxonomies were developed for the #Affective Domain (1964) by David R. Krathwohl, Benjamin Bloom, and Bertram B. Masia. - The #Psychomotor Domain was not formally published by Bloom’s team, but models were later proposed by researchers such as Elizabeth J. Simpson (1966). The more I learn about Bloom’s Taxonomy, the more I realize how #comprehensive and influential it is. Over time, it has evolved and been expanded, becoming even more detailed and applicable to different aspects of learning. In addition, several other #educational frameworks have been inspired by, referenced, or partially based on #Bloom’s work. Bloom’s #Taxonomy can be seen as a foundational #framework for understanding learning. It highlights that #education is not only about #thinking, but also about #feeling and #doing. Below is a brief overview of the three domains: cognitive, affective, and psychomotor. Since these #domains are interconnected, I also wanted to visually show their relationship in the poster. Exploring these frameworks is both interesting and valuable for understanding how #learning develops across multiple dimensions. Bloom’s Taxonomy Domains 🔵 Cognitive Domain - Author: Benjamin Bloom and colleagues (1956) Levels (Lower → Higher) 1. Knowledge – Remembering facts and information. 2. Comprehension – Understanding meaning and concepts. 3. Application – Using knowledge in real situations. 4. Analysis – Breaking information into parts to understand it. 5. Synthesis – Combining ideas to create something new. 6. Evaluation – Judging or assessing value and quality. 🟢 Affective Domain - Authors: David R. Krathwohl , Benjamin Bloom and Bertram B. Masia (1964) Levels (Lower → Higher) 1. Receiving – Awareness and willingness to pay attention. 2. Responding – Active participation or reaction. 3. Valuing – Recognizing and committing to a value. 4. Organization – Integrating and prioritizing values. 5. Characterization – Consistently acting according to values. 🟣 Psychomotor Domain - Author: Elizabeth J. Simpson (1966) Levels (Lower → Higher) 1. Perception – Using sensory cues to guide movement. 2. Set – Readiness to act (mental, physical, emotional). 3. Guided Response – Performing a skill with guidance or imitation. 4. Mechanism – Developing basic proficiency and coordination. 5. Complex Overt Response – Performing the skill smoothly and accurately. 6. Adaptation – Modifying skills for new situations. 7. Origination – Creating new movement patterns or skills. #Teacher #instructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #BloomsTaxonomy #Teaching #Learning #Pedagogy #TeachingTips
Marzano's Taxonomy Expands on Bloom's with Metacognition Focus | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Did you know #Marzano’s Taxonomy expands on #Bloom’s Taxonomy by adding a focus on #metacognition, #motivation, and #self-regulation? 🤔 Robert J. Marzano is an educational #researcher and author who has extensively studied how students #learn, how #teachers teach, and how #schools can improve outcomes. His #taxonomy is designed to guide both instruction and student #thinking, helping teachers support not just what students know, but how they #think, #plan, and stay #motivated 😎 Three Systems of Thinking: 🟣 Self-system – Motivation, beliefs, and attitudes that influence learning. 🔵 Metacognitive system – Planning, monitoring, and evaluating one’s own thinking. 🟢 Cognitive system – Processing and applying knowledge. 📌 Levels of Cognition: Within these systems, Marzano identifies six levels of mental processing, ordered from simplest to most complex 1. Retrieval – Accessing information from memory. 2. Comprehension – Understanding meaning. 3. Analysis – Breaking information into parts. 4. Knowledge Utilization – Applying knowledge in real situations. 5. Metacognition – Monitoring and evaluating thinking. 6. Self-system – Reflecting on beliefs, motivation, and attitudes. It’s practical for designing #instruction, #assessments, and #strategies that support #holistic student #development. Thanks to Craig Johnson for suggesting Marzano’s New Taxonomy for research. It was fascinating to explore this framework 🙂 I used "The New #Taxonomy of #Educational Objectives" by Robert J. Marzano and John S. Kendall (Second Edition, Corwin Press, 2006-2007) as my main resource for understanding Marzano’s framework. 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gqTuhgMV #Education #BloomsTaxonomy #MarzanoTaxonomy #Teaching #Learning #Pedagogy #InstructionalDesign #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentEngagement #EdTech #ClassroomStrategies #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin
Bloom's Taxonomy vs Webb's DOK & Marzano's New Taxonomy: A Comparative Analysis | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I have been exploring learning #taxonomies and educational #domains for quite some time, trying to understand which #frameworks are most commonly used, which #skills they prioritize, and where they overlap or differ 🔎 My goal has been to see how we can leverage the strengths of each framework and apply them effectively in #teaching and #learning. To summarize my findings, I created a comparison table of major learning taxonomies. I’m still learning and exploring, but I hope this resource will be helpful to others as well. In the table, I compared: 1. Bloom’s Taxonomy (Original Version) 2. Bloom’s Taxonomy (Revised Version) 3. Bloom’s Domains: Cognitive, Affective, and Psychomotor 4. Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (DOK) 5. Marzano’s New Taxonomy In my view, comparing these frameworks side-by-side highlights a crucial shift in how we approach modern education. While #Bloom’s Original and Revised Taxonomies provide a reliable, #linear ladder for cognitive skills, moving from basic recall to the peak of creation, they only tell part of the story. By integrating Bloom’s three #domains, we acknowledge that true learning isn't just an intellectual exercise, it’s a holistic process that requires the "heart" (Affective 🫀) and the "hands" (Psychomotor 🖐) just as much as the "head" 🧠 What I find particularly insightful is how Webb’s #DOK and #Marzano’s New Taxonomy challenge our traditional #teaching methods. Webb reminds us that a "high-level" verb doesn't always equal a "high-depth" task, forcing us to look at the actual #complexity of the student’s #mental processing. Meanwhile, Marzano’s inclusion of the #Self-System and #Metacognition feels the most human-centric to me, it recognizes that if a student isn’t #motivated or doesn't see the #value in a #task, the #cognitive processing simply won't happen 🤷♀️ Seeing them together like this makes it clear that we shouldn't just pick one "favorite" framework, instead, we should use them as a multi-dimensional #toolkit to ensure we are challenging #students' minds, #engaging their #emotions, and deepening their actual #understanding. I know there are many other frameworks out there, and I am continuing to explore them to deepen my understanding of how learning develops across multiple #dimensions. Do you see a gap where modern #classroom needs, like #AI literacy or social-emotional learning (#SEL), can be represented in current educational frameworks or domains? 🤔 #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #Education #Linkedin #Singapore #Pedagogy #InstructionalDesign #BloomsTaxonomy #MarzanoTaxonomy #WebbsDOK #LearningFrameworks #EducationalFrameworks #CognitiveSkills #AffectiveSkills #PsychomotorSkills #21stCenturySkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #StudentEngagement #EdTech #ClassroomStrategies #LearningDimensions #Linkedin | 16 comments on LinkedIn
Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development: Effective Learning Through Scaffolding | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
A few years ago, I came across the concept of the Zone of Proximal #Development (ZPD). This idea explains that learning happens most effectively in the space between what #students can do independently and what they can accomplish with #guidance. The theory was introduced by the psychologist Lev Vygotsky. The Zone of Proximal Development represents the range of tasks that #learners cannot yet complete on their own but can successfully accomplish with support from a #teacher, #peer, or appropriate #tools. In many ways, this concept also highlights the important role of #scaffolding in the #learning process. 🟡 Within this zone, learning becomes more meaningful because students are: • #challenged, but not overwhelmed • #supported, while still responsible for their own thinking • #guided toward independence In practice, this is where effective teaching strategies come into play: • #Scaffolding to gradually build understanding • #Collaborative learning, where peers support each other • Thoughtful #questioning that extends students’ thinking • Timely #feedback that helps learners refine their ideas The goal is not simply to provide answers, but to #create conditions where students can move from supported learning to independent mastery. In today’s classrooms, even #technology and #AI tools can act as scaffolds, when used ethically and thoughtfully, helping students learn within their Zone of Proximal Development. #Education #TeachingAndLearning #ZoneOfProximalDevelopment #Pedagogy #StudentCenteredLearning #CollaborativeLearning #InquiryBasedLearning #InstructionalCoaching #EdTech #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin
John Hattie's Visible Learning: Top Teaching Strategies for Student Achievement | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
While exploring #research on #teaching and #learning, I revisited the work of John #Hattie and #Visible Learning, often considered one of the major #educational research #projects of the last decades. The research synthesizes 800+ meta-analyses and tens of thousands of #studies examining what influences #student achievement. One key concept is the hinge point (d = 0.40) - the benchmark for the average impact of teaching #strategies on learning. Strategies above this point tend to accelerate learning, while those below it typically have smaller effects. In the poster, influences are grouped by their effect size impact levels: 🟢 Very High Impact (d > 0.80) • Self-reported grades / student #expectations (1.44) • Teacher estimates of #achievement (1.29) • #Piagetian programs (1.28) • Response to intervention (1.07) • Collective teacher efficacy (~1.00) • Acceleration (0.88) ❇️ High Impact (0.60 – 0.80) • Reciprocal teaching (0.74) • #Feedback (0.72) • Teacher–student relationships (0.72) • #Metacognitive strategies (0.67) • Self-verbalization / self-questioning (0.67) • #Vocabulary programs (0.67) 🟠 Medium Impact (0.40 – 0.60) • Direct instruction (0.59) • Mastery learning (0.58) • Goal setting (0.56) • #Peer tutoring (0.55) • #Classroom discussion (0.54) • Problem-solving teaching (0.51) • Cooperative learning (0.49) • #Formative evaluation (0.48) • Teacher clarity (0.44) 🔶 Average Impact (0.20 – 0.40) • #School leadership (0.39) • Computer-assisted instruction (0.37) • Student control of learning (0.36) • Parental involvement (0.30) • #Homework (0.29) • Within-class #grouping (0.28) • Reducing #class size (0.21) 🔴 Low Impact (< 0.20) • Ability grouping / tracking (0.11) • Open vs traditional classrooms (0.01) • Summer vacation (−0.09) • Retention / repeating a grade (−0.16) One key takeaway from the research is that what happens in the classroom, especially feedback, expectations, metacognition, and strong teacher-student relationships, has some of the greatest impact on student learning. #Education #VisibleLearning #EvidenceBasedTeaching #TeachingStrategies #LearningScience #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education #Linkedin
Instructional Coaching for Teacher Growth and Student Learning | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
My role as an Instructional Coach focuses on professional #development and partnering with #teachers to support their #growth and enhance #student learning outcomes. Here are some key aspects of instructional coaching: 🟡 #Collaborative Design Supporting teachers in designing engaging lessons and meaningful learning experiences. 🟡 #Resource Sharing Exploring and discussing research-based instructional strategies together. 🟡 Classroom #Observation Visiting classrooms (always with the teacher’s permission) to gather objective, non-evaluative data. 🟡 #Data Analysis Working together to reflect on classroom data and identify what works best for our students. Instructional #coaching provides a safe, non-evaluative space for #professional growth. In my practice, I use the Impact Cycle (Jim Knight) to guide this process: 🔵 #Identify a clear, student-focused goal 🔵 #Learn and implement new strategies 🔵 #Improve through reflection and data When we remove the pressure of #evaluation, #classrooms become spaces for #innovation, #collaboration, and genuine professional growth 👩🏻🏫 #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherSupport #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #ImpactCycle #TeacherGrowth #EducationalLeadership #Mentorship #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin
Fair Grading in Group Work: Redesigning Assessment Approach | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately - how can we ensure fairness when grading #groupwork? Throughout my teaching experience, students have sometimes raised concerns that while some group members contribute more than others, everyone still receives the same grade. In other words, the workload is not always proportional to the final mark. I previously shared this #assessment approach in one of my #projects, but this time I’d really like to hear from other #educators, there may be new ideas or successful #strategies I can learn from. This term, I tried to address this by #redesigning my assessment approach. For group projects, I split the grading into: 🔹 50% based on #group performance 🔹 50% based on #individual contribution 🔵 As a #group, students are assessed on: - #Content accuracy - Visual #presentation - #Teamwork 🟡 #Individually, students reflect on: - Which #skills did they improve? - What was new #learning for them? - Their specific #contribution to the project. Each #student answers these questions independently. As a result, students in the same group may receive different grades based on their #effort and contribution. I also wanted to place more emphasis on #skills development and #self-awareness, helping #students recognise what they are #learning and how they are contributing. This process encourages #reflection and #accountability. For now, I believe this approach supports more fair grading. However, assessment is always something we can continue to refine. I’d love to hear from other educators! Perhaps you already use a similar approach in your #classroom. If so, how is it working for you? What other strategies do you use to grade group work fairly and ensure every student is actively contributing? 🤔 #Assessment #TeachingStrategies #StudentLearning #Education #GroupWork #TeacherReflection #InstructionalCoaching #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
Sharing Rubrics with Students Boosts Learning and Teaching Efficiency | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
In my first international school, I worked with an MYP Coordinator who was incredibly #resourceful and always eager to #research, learn, and improve. She constantly emphasised the importance of sharing #rubrics with #students. Since then, I have always made it a point to share #rubrics with my #classes. Students need to understand how they are graded, why they receive the marks they do, and how they can #improve their work. They need to know exactly which #skills are being evaluated throughout the learning process. It is also a highly effective #strategy for teachers. Even when you don't have the time to write out lengthy individual #feedback, providing a clear rubric or marking scheme helps students immediately see the path to improvement. Personally, I believe the pros far outweigh any cons in this situation. What pros and cons do you see when sharing #rubrics or #marking schemes? #Assessment #VisibleLearning #TeachingStrategies #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherReflection #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstrcutionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Linkedin | 10 comments on LinkedIn
Integrating AI in the Classroom: Balancing Independence and Transparency | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
In my experience, a key question is: how and when should #students use #AI in the #classroom? 🤔 This is a question we are all wrestling with. In my experience #teaching lower #secondary, I’ve found that #AI is an incredible tool for #visualization, as long as the heavy lifting of critical #thinking remains with the #student 🧠 Here are a few ways I’ve been integrating AI into my lessons: 🟡 Data & #Interpretation: I asked students to use AI to #generate mock #data about #microorganism growth rates under various temperature and humidity conditions. AI created the graph, but the students had to #interpret it themselves, #explaining the growth rate and how it changed over time. 🟡 Prompt Engineering for #Science: For a task on food webs, students first had to design the web themselves. Then, they had to craft the perfect #prompt for an AI tool to generate a scientific poster about a specific microorganism within that web. 🟡 #Creative Prompt Design: In a tutor time, I asked students generate images of otters doing their favorite hobbies (playing sports, reading, etc.). It was a fun, engaging way to teach them how to design effective prompts! 🟡 #Learning from Trial & Error: I recently asked them to use AI to generate a video on solubility. Honestly, I wasn’t completely satisfied with how the task was designed. I wanted it to involve more critical and creative thinking. It could definitely be improved, and I’m currently working on refining it 🤔 My core rules for AI in the #classroom: - Foster #Independence: I don't give them the exact prompts or dictate which AI tool to use. I want them involved in the creative process and only intervene when they ask for help. - Teacher #Transparency: If students notice my instructions or resources are AI-assisted, I openly explain how I used it. Denying it makes AI feel like a forbidden cheat code. Modeling ethical use is key 🤷🏻♀️ AI is already a part of education. We need clear #guidelines from #curriculums like the #IB and #Cambridge on the extent of its use, but until then, it's up to us to figure out the #ethical boundaries together 🧐 We actually just discussed this in a recent peer-led PD workshop at our school. A huge thank you to Mark Angilo Alceso for designing such an engaging session and pushing us to rethink our approach to AI 😊 #EdTech #AIinEducation #InstructionalCoaching #IBEducation #CriticalThinking #TeachingStrategies #ProfessionalDevelopment #Linkedin
Padlet Arcade: Interactive Educational Games for Primary & Secondary Students | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I’ve found that Padlet also offers educational games through Padlet #Arcade 😳 Padlet #Arcade includes #interactive game formats such as sequencing, matching, sorting, and multiple-choice. These #games are currently most suitable for #primary and lower #secondary students, but #teachers can adjust the difficulty level when #designing their own games 👾 One feature I find particularly useful is the flexibility: you can upload a file, PDF, or document and transform it into a #game. You can also add a #link, allowing content from a website or a YouTube video to be converted into an interactive #activity. In addition, you can simply enter a #topic, #learning objective, or #curriculum standard, and Padlet #Arcade will generate a #game aligned with it 🧩 With nearly two million plays already recorded, it’s clear that many #educators are #experimenting with this #tool. I personally enjoy exploring platforms like this to understand both their potential and their limitations when it comes to meaningful game design for learning 👩🏻🏫 Padlet , as a platform, has evolved significantly over time, and it’s interesting to see how it is now being used not only in #education but also by professionals in other fields. If you’re curious, here’s the link to Padlet #Arcade so you can explore it yourself. 🔗 The link: https://lnkd.in/gMtxVeQ6 #Padlet #PadletArcade #GameBasedLearning #Gamifictaion #DigitalLearningTools #DigitalTools #EducationalGames #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #EdTech #EducationalTechnologies #Linkedin
Warren Buffett's 5/25 Rule for Prioritizing Goals | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I came across Warren Buffett's famous "5/25 Rule" while reading Jim Knight's “The #Instructional Playbook”, and I realized how incredibly helpful it is for both our personal and professional lives. Often, we fall into the trap of #thinking that doing more makes us more #productive. In reality, splitting our attention across too many tasks just dilutes our effort. Whether we are setting goals for our own #professional growth or #designing teaching and #learning experiences for our #students, identifying true priorities is essential. Here is how The Warren Buffett 5/25 Rule works: 1️⃣ List your 25 most important #goals. Write them all down on one piece of paper. 2️⃣ Circle your top 5 highest #priorities. These are the goals you will focus on no matter what. 3️⃣ Create your "Avoid-At-All-Costs" #list. The 20 goals you didn't circle are now your highest-priority distractions. By actively labeling your secondary goals as an "Avoid-At-All-Costs" list, you ruthlessly protect your time and energy for your true priorities. #Productivity #InstructionalCoaching #ProfessionalDevelopment #TimeManagement #TeachingStrategies #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #Education #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
Instructional Playbook for Teachers: Research-Based Strategies | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I do not doubt that an Instructional #Playbook can be an incredibly valuable #resource, especially for #teachers joining a new school. It provides clarity and immediate access to high-impact #practices. An #Instructional Playbook is a concise, #research-based #tool that supports instructional #coaches in guiding #teachers to choose and implement high-impact teaching #strategies that improve student #learning. It bridges the gap between research and #classroom practice, making coaching conversations more focused, #actionable, and #supportive. 🟡 What does a strong playbook include? • A Table of #Contents - a focused list of high-impact strategies • #One-pagers - clear explanations of each strategy, its purpose, and supporting research • #Checklists - practical steps to implement strategies with fidelity and reflect on progress. 🔹 Role of the Instructional Coach • Partner with teachers to set meaningful #goals and align strategies • Use the playbook to deepen understanding of effective instruction • Support through #modeling, #reflection, and professional #dialogue • Ensure #coaching remains #teacher-driven, #evidence-based, and #growth-focused. 🟡 Purpose of a Playbook A playbook moves schools from random #improvement to intentional, research-aligned practice. It makes the “why” and the “how” of #teaching visible. (Knight, 2022) 🔹 #Research-Based Strategies Matter Each strategy in the playbook should: • Be grounded in research #evidence • Clearly #explain when and how to use it • Include indicators of #success This empowers teachers to make informed, impactful instructional decisions 👩🏻🏫 #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherDevelopment #EducationalLeadership #TeachingStrategies #ProfessionalLearning #Education #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
#ikigai #wellbeing #personalgrowth #lifelonglearning #selfdevelopment #mindset #growthmindset #teacherwellbeing #education #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist… | Sabina Mammadova
I’ve recently been reading a book - “Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life” by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles. I came across this diagram in the book, which I found particularly insightful. The concept of Ikigai is essentially about finding your purpose in life-your “why.” It brings together what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. You can also explore this idea further through the website where I found the diagram: 🌐 The link: https://lnkd.in/gSKXM7yr #Ikigai #Wellbeing #PersonalGrowth #LifelongLearning #SelfDevelopment #Mindset #GrowthMindset #TeacherWellbeing #Education #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
Teacher Wellbeing: Complex, Multidimensional, and Shaped by Job Demands and Resources | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I used to think #teacher #wellbeing was something simple process, maybe just reducing workload or encouraging #work-life #balance. But after exploring the #research by Sijing Zhou, Gavin R. Slemp, and Dianne A. Vella-Brodrick (2024), I realised how complex and multidimensional it truly is. This #meta-analysis, based on 173 studies and nearly 90,000 #teachers, highlights that #teacher wellbeing is shaped by a dynamic interaction of factors within the Job Demands–Resources model. 🟠 #Job demands (e.g., workload, #student behaviour, role conflict) are strongly linked to stress and #burnout. 🟢 Job #resources (e.g., #autonomy, #social support, meaningful work) promote #engagement and #motivation. What stood out to me most is that wellbeing is not just one thing. It includes: • #Hedonic wellbeing – happiness and life satisfaction • #Eudaimonic wellbeing – meaning, purpose, and personal growth • #General wellbeing – overall quality of life • #Occupational wellbeing – job satisfaction and professional identity It also depends on multiple layers: 1. #Individual (#personality, self-efficacy, emotional regulation) 2. #Interpersonal (#relationships, trust) 3. #Work-related (#school climate, workload, autonomy) This really shifted my perspective. Teacher wellbeing isn’t a single initiative-it’s a system. If we want to truly support teachers, we need to move beyond quick fixes and look at the full picture 👩🏻🏫 #TeacherWellbeing #WellbeingInEducation #EducationResearch #TeacherSupport #TeacherBurnout #TeacherMotivation #TeacherEngagement #PositiveEducation #EducationalLeadership #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
Exploring Universal Design for Learning (#UDL) Principles | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I was hearing about Universal Design for Learning (#UDL), but I have not had a chance to explore more. While I was searching for more frameworks apart from #Bloom’s Taxonomy, I came across #UDL again, and decided to explore more. It shifts our #thinking from “fixing learners” to improving the #learning environment. 🟡 UDL is built around three key ideas: • #Engagement – how we motivate and sustain students’ interest • #Representation – how we present content in accessible ways • #Action & Expression – how students demonstrate their learning It really made me reflect on how often we rely on one method of #teaching or #assessment, while our students learn in very different ways. 👩🔬What is also powerful is the #research behind UDL: • A meta-analysis found a moderate positive effect on student #achievement (g = 0.43) in UDL-based learning environments (King-Sears et al.) • Research shows UDL is an #effective approach for improving learning for diverse learners (Capp) • Systematic reviews indicate that UDL enhances #outcomes for students with and without disabilities (Alquraini and Rao) For me, the key takeaway is simple: UDL is not an “extra strategy”, it is a mindset for designing #inclusive, #flexible, and meaningful learning #experiences for all students. I’m still exploring this #framework, but it already makes me rethink how I design #lessons, #tasks, and assessments. Works Cited: Alquraini, Turki, and Kavita Rao. “The Effectiveness of Universal Design for Learning: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.” Cogent Education, vol. 10, no. 1, 2023. Capp, Matthew J. “The Effectiveness of Universal Design for Learning: A Meta-Analysis.” International Journal of Inclusive Education, vol. 21, no. 8, 2017, pp. 791–807. King-Sears, Margaret E., et al. “Achievement of Learners Receiving Universal Design for Learning Instruction: A Meta-Analysis.” Teaching and Teacher Education, vol. 122, 2023, Article 103969. #UDL #InclusiveEducation #TeachingStrategies #InstructionalDesign #Education #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #Linkedin
Shifting to Student-Centered Learning with Gordon Minton | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
My Head of Department at my first international school, Gordon Minton, introduced us to the idea of shifting #learning from #teacher-centered to #student-centered approaches. That experience really stayed with me and encouraged me to reflect more deeply on my own practice 👩🏻🏫 Since then, I have been thinking about how to design #assessments, #tasks, and the overall #learning process in ways that place students at the center of learning. Here are some #practical ways we can begin to shift from teacher-centered to student-centered learning. #StudentCenteredLearning #InstructionalCoaching #Education #TeachingStrategies #InquiryBasedLearning #Differentiation #21stCenturySkills #TeacherDevelopment #LearningDesign #EdLeadership #ReflectivePractice #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin | 18 comments on LinkedIn
Boosting Productivity with Flow State Strategies | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I came across this #strategy while reading a book on achieving #flow. This holiday is giving me some extra time, I’ve been able to focus more on both personal and professional development 😃 “If you find yourself losing #focus while #working on something you consider important, there are several #strategies you can employ to #increase your chances of #achieving flow. The Seven Conditions for Achieveng Flow According to #researcher Owen Schaffer of DePaul University, the requirements for achieving flow are: 1. Knowing what to do 2. Knowing how to do it 3. Knowing how well you are doing 4. Knowing where to go (where navigation is involved) 5. Perceiving significant challenges 6. Perceiving significant skills 7. Being free from distractions” From “Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life” by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles #FlowState #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #GrowthMindset #Ikigai #LifeBalance #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
Simple Teaching Framework: Why, How, What | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
After exploring many educational #frameworks and reflecting on my teaching #experience, I’ve summarised my approach into a simple structure: 🟡 Why, How, and What. When designing an #task, or #assignment, it’s important to first help #students understand #why they need to complete the task, the #purpose behind it. Then, we #guide them on how they can #achieve the #goal by providing clear #strategies and support. Finally, we clarify what they are expected to achieve, ensuring #expectations and #outcomes are well understood. ⭐️ By following this simple sequence, #Why → Why they need to do it #How → How they can do it #What → What they need to achieve I believe we can significantly improve student #engagement. When students understand the purpose, they are more #motivated to #engage with both the process and the outcome. I wanted to share this #approach because, when analysing many frameworks, this idea often sits at their #core. Please feel free to share your thoughts or suggestions. #Education #Teaching #LearningDesign #InstructionalDesign #StudentEngagement #Assessment #Pedagogy #TeachingStrategies #LearningFrameworks #EducationLeadership #TeacherDevelopment #CurriculumDesign #InquiryBasedLearning #StudentCentered #LearningGoals #LessonPlanning #EducationInnovation #ReflectivePractice #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #Teacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
SOLO Taxonomy: A Visual Guide to Student Learning Levels | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
I’ve been seeing more and more #educators referencing the #SOLO Taxonomy lately. Since it's such a powerful #framework for evaluating #student learning, I decided to put together a visual breakdown of the #taxonomy and its levels to share with you all 😊 For those newer to it, #SOLO (Structure of Observed Learning Outcomes) offers a systematic way to describe how a learner's #understanding grows in #complexity. Instead of just looking at if an answer is right or wrong, it helps us see how deeply a #student grasps the #concept. Here is a quick overview of the 5 levels of understanding: 🟡 Pre-structural: The learner hasn't quite grasped the #concept and relies on scrambled or irrelevant #ideas. 🔹 Uni-structural: The learner focuses on one single, relevant aspect or surface feature of the #task. 🟡 Multi-structural: Several #independent aspects are understood, but they aren't yet linked together. 🔹 Relational: The pieces #connect. The learner integrates the different parts into a coherent, organized structure. 🟡 Extended Abstract: The highest level, the learner can generalize their integrated understanding and apply it to completely new #contexts or #theories. I hope this visual #guide is a helpful quick reference for your lesson #planning or #assessment design. Have you used the #SOLO framework in your own teaching? 🤔 #SOLOTaxonomy #Education #TeachingStrategies #InstructionalDesign #TeacherResources #Pedagogy #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin
Here are 20 possible title options, each 50 characters or fewer, that match the sentiment and include the most important named entity: 1. Teacher Strategies for Managing Student Misbehavior 2… | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
In my experience, like many other teachers, I have encountered various types of student #misbehavior in the #classroom. According to #research, this is one of the main things that can impact a #teacher’s #wellbeing. So, I’ve listed some high-impact classroom strategies to help teachers manage student misbehavior. Of course, apart from these #strategies, it is important to follow your school's #behavior policy, but these are strategies we can apply in general. 🟡 Foundations (Prevent Most Misbehaviour) 1. Build Strong Teacher–Student Relationships Students are more likely to #cooperate when they feel respected and valued 2. Establish Clear #Expectations Keep rules simple, visible, and consistently reinforced 3. Teach and Practice #Routines Explicitly model procedures (entry, transitions, group work) 4. Be #Consistent with Consequences Predictable responses build trust and fairness 5. Use #Positive Reinforcement Acknowledge and reinforce desired behaviours frequently 🟡 High-Impact Daily Practices 6. Keep Students Actively #Engaged Well-paced, interactive lessons reduce disruption 7. Give Clear, #Structured Instructions Break tasks into manageable steps and check understanding 8. Use Behaviour-Specific #Feedback Highlight exactly what students are doing well 9. Use #Proximity and Presence Move around the classroom to manage behaviour non-verbally 10. Apply Least-Intrusive #Interventions Start small (pause, look, proximity) before escalating 🟡 Preventive & Proactive Strategies 11. Pre-Correct Behaviour Remind expectations before #activities begin 12. Use “#When–Then” Statements Set calm, clear expectations without confrontation 13. #Plan Smooth Transitions Minimise downtime between activities 14. Build Predictable #Lesson Structure Consistency reduces uncertainty and off-task behaviour 🟡 Student Ownership & Responsibility 15. Give Students #Responsibility Assign roles to build ownership and accountability 16. Offer Structured #Choices Provide control while maintaining boundaries 17. Teach #Emotional Regulation Support students in managing emotions and impulses 🟡 Response & Reflection 18. #Address Behaviour Privately Protect dignity and avoid public confrontation (For example, to have a short conversation before going to snack time) 19. Use #Restorative Conversations Focus on reflection, accountability, and repair 20. #Follow Up After Class Short 1:1 conversations support long-term improvement 🟡 Whole-School Support 21. #Collaborate with Pastoral Teams and Parents Work with counsellors and families to support the child. #ClassroomManagement #TeacherWellbeing #StudentBehavior #TeachingStrategies #HighImpactTeaching #BehaviorManagement #InclusiveClassroom #EducationCommunity #EffectiveTeaching #StudentEngagement #SchoolCulture #Pedagogy #VisibleLearning #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin #Education
Defining Student Engagement: Behavioural, Cognitive, Emotional | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
“To define #engagement, we distinguish between three categories: #behavioural, #cognitive, and #emotional. Behavioural engagement refers to how #students act during a #class - do they look like they are learning? Cognitive engagement refers to how students process #learning experiences - is their learning experience producing what their #teacher had in mind for them? Finally, emotional engagement refers to how students feel about their experience in #school - do they feel positive, hopeful, and connected, do they feel like they belong? “ From "Data Rules: Elevating teaching with objective reflection" book by Jim Knight and Michael Faggella-Luby #StudentEngagement #BehavioralEngagement #CognitiveEngagement #EmotionalEngagement #VisibleLearning #StudentExperience #TeachingStrategies #DataDrivenTeaching #LearningProcess #StudentBehavior #ClassroomEngagement #InstructionalCoaching #LearningOutcomes #StudentSuccess #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education #Linkedin LinkedIn
#teacher #original #capacity #mistakes #education #educating #creative #creativityineducation #creativethinking #learningthroughmistakes #growthmindset #learningculture #teacher #biologyteacher… | Sabina Mammadova
“I heard a great story recently - I love telling it - of a little girl who was in a drawing lesson. She was six, and she was at the back, drawing, and the #teacher said this girl hardly ever paid attention, and in this drawing lesson, she did. The teacher was fascinated. She went over to her, and she said, "What are you drawing?" And the girl said, "I'm drawing a picture of God." And the teacher said, "But nobody knows what God looks like." And the girl said, "They will in a minute." What we do know is, if you're not prepared to be wrong, you'll never come up with anything #original - if you're not prepared to be wrong. And by the time they get to be adults, most kids have lost that #capacity. They have become frightened of being wrong. And we run our companies like this. We stigmatize #mistakes. And we're now running national #education systems where mistakes are the worst thing you can make. And the result is that we are #educating people out of their #creative capacities.” Sir Ken Robinson’s TED Talk, ‘Do Schools Kill Creativity?’ #CreativityInEducation #CreativeThinking #LearningThroughMistakes #GrowthMindset #LearningCulture #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #Education #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Linkedin LinkedIn
#fulbright #teacherexchange #teacher #scienceteacher #biologyteacher #edtechspecialist #instructionalcoach #education #linkedin | Sabina Mammadova
A few years ago, I applied for The Fulbright Program and reached the semifinal stage 🤷🏻♀️ I’m sharing info about Fulbright programs you may be eligible for if you meet the requirements. Details below: 1️⃣ Fulbright Teaching Excellence & Achievement (TEA) For: International secondary-level teachers (non-U.S.) from 75+ countries 🌍 Countries: 🇦🇱 🇩🇿 🇦🇷 🇦🇲 🇦🇿 🇧🇩 🇧🇧 🇧🇾 🇧🇴 🇧🇦 🇧🇬 🇧🇫 🇰🇭 🇨🇲 🇨🇱 🇨🇴 🇨🇷 🇨🇮 🇭🇷 🇨🇿 🇩🇴 🇪🇨 🇪🇬 🇸🇻 🇪🇪 🇬🇪 🇬🇭 🇬🇹 🇬🇼 🇭🇹 🇭🇳 🇭🇺 🇮🇳 🇮🇶 🇯🇴 🇰🇿 🇰🇪 🇰🇬 🇱🇦 🇱🇻 🇱🇹 🇲🇼 🇲🇾 🇲🇱 🇲🇩 🇲🇳 🇲🇿 🇳🇵 🇳🇮 🇳🇪 🇳🇬 🇲🇰 🇵🇸 🇵🇦 🇵🇬 🇵🇪 🇷🇴 🇼🇸 🇷🇸 🇸🇰 🇸🇧 🇱🇰 🇹🇯 🇹🇿 🇹🇭 🇹🇱 🇹🇬 🇹🇳 🇹🇷 🇹🇲 🇺🇦 🇺🇾 🇺🇿 🇻🇺 🇻🇪 🇻🇳 🇿🇲 - check with your local U.S. Embassy ⏰ Deadline: March–April 2026 (varies by country - most already passed for 2026; next cycle opens late 2026) 📍 When: 6-week program at a U.S. university seminars, co-teaching, instructional tech training. 🗓 Next Cycle: Jan or Sep 2027 🟡 Official page: https://lnkd.in/g3aJdTVy 2️⃣ Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching — International (DAI) For: International primary & secondary educators (non-U.S.) from 16 countries: 🇧🇼 🇧🇷 🇫🇮 🇬🇷 🇮🇳 🇮🇩 🇮🇱 🇲🇽 🇲🇦 🇳🇿 🇵🇭 🇸🇳 🇸🇬 🇹🇼 🇬🇧 ⏰ Deadline: Varies by country - contact your local U.S. Embassy or Fulbright Commission 📍 What: 5-month fully funded semester - grad-level courses, research, co-teaching in U.S. 🗓 Program: Aug–Dec 2026 (next cycle 2027) 🟡 Official page: https://lnkd.in/guGjVi46 3️⃣ Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching - Research For: U.S. K–12 educators (5+ years experience) ⏰ Deadline: Applications typically open December, close February each year 📍 What: 3–6 months abroad to conduct education research, build networks, develop classroom resources 🟡 Official page: https://lnkd.in/gX7nkJEm 4️⃣ Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching: Short-Term For: U.S. K–12 educators & education leaders ⏰ Deadline: Check the official site for current cycle openings 📍 What: Short-term international projects in schools, teacher training colleges, or ministries of education abroad. Covers STEM, English language learning, humanities, arts & special education 🟡 Official page: https://lnkd.in/g7K7ezQi ✅ Key things to know across all programs: - Fully funded (airfare, visa, housing, meals, stipend included) - Minimum 3–5 yrs teaching experience - English proficiency required (TOEFL iBT min. 45, not always needed at initial stage) - Deadlines vary by country, verify with your local U.S. Embassy or Fulbright Commission https://lnkd.in/gY6spMMM Information reflects the 2026–2027 cycle. #Fulbright #TeacherExchange #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Linkedin
British Council Free Courses Starting in April | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
🟡 #Free British Council #Courses Starting in #April - The British Council has opened registration for a new round of free online courses beginning in April. I have completed several of these courses myself. Looking ahead, the next course cohorts will begin in July and October. While the British Council primarily designs these courses for English language teachers, many of the #strategies are cross-disciplinary. If you teach another subject and find the content relevant, you are welcome to #register and participate. After successfully completing each course, participants receive a #certificate of completion. Below, you’ll find the list of courses with April cohort start dates. 1. TeachingEnglish: How to adapt #resources Start: 01/04/26 End: 30/06/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/gWMYvdGF 2. TeachingEnglish: #Communication skills Start: 01/04/26 End: 30/06/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/gmdhFFjY 3. TeachingEnglish: Creative resources for #primary Start: 01/04/26 End: 30/06/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/gUE99kCU 4. Teaching English to refugees and displaced #learners Start: 03/04/25 End: 31/03/27 The link: https://lnkd.in/gXi4KqKD 5. TeachingEnglish: Integrating digital #technologies Start: 07/04/26 End: 30/09/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/g9Wf8zCa 6. #Gender in language education Start: 07/04/26 End: 30/09/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/gFm6w_bU 7. TeachingEnglish: #Inclusive classrooms Start: 07/04/26 End: 30/09/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/gkgUG48N 8. TeachingEnglish: How to teach #pronunciation Start: 08/04/26 End: 30/09/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/grDX8QD4 9. TeachingEnglish: How to teach #listening Start: 08/04/26 End: 30/09/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/guW9hdk4 10. TeachingEnglish: #Assessing learning Start: 08/04/26 End: 30/09/26 The link: https://lnkd.in/gJun6Ftp 11. TeachingEnglish: Helping #teachers to learn Start: 08/04/26 End: 31/03/27 The link: https://lnkd.in/gFmdtbyJ #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #InstructionalCoach #Education #Linkedin #BritishCouncil #FreeCourses #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherTraining #EdTech #DigitalLearning #InclusiveEducation #AssessmentStrategies #CreativeTeaching #GenderInEducation #IntegratingDigitalTechnologies #AssessingLearning
Brain Intelligence Types: Fluid and Crystallized | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
Your #brain has TWO types of #intelligence and they run on different systems 🧠 A study published in Nature's Translational Psychiatry scanned the brains of over 7,400 #children (average age ~10) and uncovered something fascinating about how we think. I’m interested in this type of #research on the brain and the factors that influence it, because they directly affect how we #learn. By better understanding how the brain works, we may be able to discover more effective ways to learn, think, and continuously improve our #learning processes. Here's what they found 🟡 #FLUID INTELLIGENCE 1. Your ability to solve new #problems and think on your feet, even without prior knowledge. 2. Linked to the brain's #microstructure (how water moves through brain tissue) 3. Driven by the serotonin + glutamate #chemical system 4. Most affected by: #screen time, #sleep, and physical #activity, through a receptor called mGlu5. 🟣 #CRYSTALLIZED INTELLIGENCE 1. Your accumulated #knowledge and expertise built over years of learning. 2. Linked to #cortical thickness - the physical size of brain regions 3. Driven by #serotonin + dopamine + acetylcholine 4. Most affected by #lifestyle habits - through 5HT1a and D2 receptors. It tells us that "being #smart " is not one thing. The #neural wiring for #reasoning on the fly is fundamentally different from the wiring for deep #knowledge. And, crucially, both can be shaped by everyday #habits: 🏃♀️ Moving your body 😴 Getting enough sleep ❌ Excessive screen time (negatively impacts fluid intelligence) This has huge implications for: • #Parents & #educators → how you structure learning matters differently for each #intelligence type • Researchers → #neurotransmitter systems are viable targets for #cognitive development The brain isn't a single engine. It's a fleet, and different fuels power different vehicles 😊 📖 You can learn more in this article: Article - #Neural correlates differ between #crystallized and fluid #intelligence in #adolescents https://lnkd.in/gYDCZrXx
#websites #apps #students #sel #tutor #classes #emotional #engagement #cognitive #empathy #review #questions #engaged #cards #feelings #dreams #opinions #free #voice #reflection #questions #classroom… | Sabina Mammadova
I recently came across several very useful #websites and #apps that can support #students’ Social and Emotional Learning (#SEL) during #tutor time. I am sharing the list below in case you may find them helpful for your #classes. Since #emotional #engagement is important, and I believe it is strongly connected to #cognitive engagement, these apps/websites can help provide opportunities to develop #empathy with students. Before using them, please #review the #questions and prompts carefully to ensure they are age-appropriate for your students. Since I started using these platforms, students have become very #engaged and often ask to use the #cards themselves. They enjoy sharing their #feelings, #dreams, #opinions, and how they would respond in different situations 🤯 These platforms offer #free versions, and many include sections focused on topics such as friendships, family, emotions, communication, and social situations. I found the friendship and reflection prompts especially useful. This activity that works very well in class is displaying the website or app on the classroom touchscreen/TV. Students come one by one, choose a card, and respond to the question before the next student takes a turn. It creates meaningful discussions and encourages student #voice and #reflection. 🟡 Useful websites/apps: 1. BeeHonest The link: https://lnkd.in/gDi5A48T 2. Here We Ask The link: https://hereweask.com/play 3. tellme.cards The link: https://tellme.cards/ 4. PastSmallTalk The link: https://pastsmalltalk.com/ 5. Peelr The link: https://lnkd.in/g735JaWZ 🟢 You could also create your own customized wellbeing activities using: 1. Padlet 2. Flippity Random Cards 3. Wordwall These platforms allow you to tailor #questions specifically for your students and #classroom needs. Example reflection questions: • What made you #smile this week? • What helps you calm down when you feel #stressed? • What is one thing you are proud of? • What support do you need today? • If your mood were weather, what would it be today? Feel free to share any activities you find useful during tutor time. They may be helpful for other educators as well, especially as we reflect on this year and prepare end-of-year activities 🙂 One World International School Singapore Global Schools Group #SocialEmotionalLearning #SEL #StudentWellbeing #TutorTime #ClassroomCommunity #StudentVoice #WellbeingInEducation #ReflectiveLearning #EmotionalWellbeing #PositiveClassroom #ClassroomActivities #StudentEngagement #PastoralCare #MindfulClassroom #EducationTools #TeachingIdeas #TeacherResources #SafeSpaces #SchoolWellbeing #Teacher #ScienceTeacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education #Singapore #OWIS #OneWorldInternationalSchoolSingapore #GlobalSchoolsGroup
#instructional #coach #research #coaching #teaching #learning #teacher #student #study #secondary #improves #strategies #engagement #academic #culture #professional #job #motivation #qualification… | Sabina Mammadova
📌 #Instructional Coaching Works, and the Research Proves It Since starting my role as an Instructional #Coach, I have been exploring #research on the impact of instructional #coaching on #teaching and #learning. During this journey, I came across an insightful article that highlights the significant role coaching can play in improving both #teacher practice and #student outcomes. A #study published in the Journal of Positive School Psychology and Social Sciences (JPRSS), authored by Dr. Lubna Quddus Warsi, Razia Sultana, and Muhammad Toheed Akhter, surveyed 340 #secondary school teachers in District Muzaffargarh, Pakistan. What did they find? 📈 92.6% of teachers agreed that instructional coaching #improves their ability to implement new teaching #strategies 📈 77.4% agreed that instructional coaching had improved student #engagement 📈 75.8% agreed that it positively impacts student #academic achievement 📈 81.8% believed it promotes a #culture of continuous #professional growth 📈 68.5% said it improved their #job satisfaction and #motivation The study also found significant differences based on teacher experience and #qualification, meaning coaching isn't one-size-fits-all. It works best when aligned with #individual needs. The bottom line? Instructional coaching isn't just a "nice to have." It's a proven lever for teacher growth, student achievement, and school culture 👩🏫 📊 Based on the #data from this study, I created this #visualization to make the findings easier to digest. The chart breaks down 7 key outcome areas, showing how teachers responded across two levels of agreement, "strongly agree" and "agree", so you can see not just what teachers believe about instructional coaching, but how strongly they believe it. The pattern is consistent: across every outcome, the majority of teachers reported a #positive impact 🎓 🔗 The link for article: https://lnkd.in/g48SqiaC #InstructionalCoaching #TeacherDevelopment #EducationResearch #EvidenceBasedPractice #TeachingAndLearning #TeacherGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #EdResearch #SchoolImprovement #EffectiveTeaching #StudentEngagement #StudentAchievement #LearningOutcomes #EducationLeadership #DataDrivenEducation #Education #EducationInnovation #ClassroomImpact #Pedagogy #TeachingStrategies #SchoolCulture #AcademicSuccess #LifelongLearning #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #Education #Singapore #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#singapore #cce #holistic #international #identity #relationships #community #respect #responsibility #integrity #care #resilience #harmony #cce #national #cyber #career #values #education… | Sabina Mammadova
🇸🇬 Did you know #Singapore has a dedicated national curriculum focused entirely on building character and good values? It's called Character and Citizenship Education (#CCE) - and it's one of the most #holistic frameworks in the world for shaping the next generation. It is also implemented in #international schools. Here's what makes it stand out: 📌 Three Core Domains → #Identity – Who am I? (self-awareness & moral character) → #Relationships – Who are we? (family, friends, society) → #Community – What is our world? (nation & global awareness) 💡 Six Core Values #Respect · #Responsibility · #Integrity · #Care · #Resilience · #Harmony What CCE Actually Includes: 1. #CCE Lessons - weekly values-based learning with Form Teachers 2. #National Education - understanding Singapore's history & identity 3. #Cyber Wellness - safe, ethical use of technology 4. Education & #Career Guidance - discovering purpose and strengths 5. #Values-in-Action (VIA) - community service where values come to life In a world that often measures education purely by grades, CCE is a reminder that who you become matters just as much as what you know 🌱 🌎 #Education #CharacterEducation #SGEducation #MOE #Leadership #Values #SingaporeEducation #CharacterAndCitizenshipEducation #HolisticEducation #StudentDevelopment #SocialEmotionalLearning #SEL #SchoolCurriculum #MOESingapore #EducationSystem #TeachingAndLearning #InstructionalLeadership #ValuesInEducation #CyberWellness #21stCenturySkills #EducationReform #GlobalCitizenship #SchoolsOfSingapore #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#poll #linkedin #teachinglife #teacherchallenges #teachervoice #classroommanagement #worklifebalance #educationleadership #teachingandlearning #teacherwellbeing #scienceteacher #teacher #education… | Sabina Mammadova
Teachers juggle many responsibilities. Which one do you find most challenging? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Poll #Linkedin #TeachingLife #TeacherChallenges #TeacherVoice #ClassroomManagement #WorkLifeBalance #EducationLeadership #TeachingAndLearning #TeacherWellbeing #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #Education #Singapore #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
Nucleic Acids Visualizations Compared | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
📊 Same Prompt, Different Results (Which one would you choose?) This time, I used #free #AI to generate #Biology visualizations for the #IB DP Biology HL topic of Nucleic Acids, including: 🧬 Nucleic acids 🧬 DNA structure and replication 🧬 Transcription and gene expression 🧬 Translation To ensure content alignment, I based the prompt on the relevant sections of the IB #DP Biology HL textbook. I then used the same prompt across five different #AI platforms to #generate the #visualizations. The results were surprisingly different. As educators, I would love to hear your perspectives on which visualization you find most #effective and why. When evaluating them, consider factors such as: ✅ #Organization and clarity ✅ Level of #detail ✅ Scientific #accuracy ✅ #Visual appeal and readability ✅ Alignment with IB DP Biology #content ✅ Suitability for #classroom instruction ✅ Ability to support student #understanding Which visualization would you be most likely to use in your lessons, and what influenced your choice? Or perhaps none of these are fully satisfying for you. Do you recommend any platforms for visualizing science content? I will share the prompts and the names of the AI platforms later. By the way, #LinkedIn reduces the quality of uploaded files. I will share them separately so you can zoom in and examine them in detail if needed. #AI #AIEducation #EdTech #Biology #IBDP #IBBiology #HigherLevelBiology #ScienceEducation #TeachingAndLearning #InstructionalDesign #LearningDesign #DigitalLearning #VisualLearning #AIinEducation #GenerativeAI #AIPoweredLearning #ClassroomInnovation #TeacherCommunity #STEMEducation #ScienceTeaching #CurriculumDesign #ScienceClass #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #Education #Singapore #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #Education #AIGeneratedVisualizations
#coaching #principles #instructional #teachers #autonomy #voices #choices #environment #safe #ideas #applied #appreciated #culture #instructionalcoaching #coachingculture #nonevaluativecoaching… | Sabina Mammadova
Instructional #coaching is the role/position that, the more I learned about it, the more I loved it. This is because, by nature, I try to prevent myself from judging others, and my thinking is more solution-based; I look for solutions in any case, like what else we can do. When I saw these #principles, especially the non-evaluative coaching culture in the application of #instructional coaching, I really liked it. It reminds you to be open-minded and open to suggestions, to prioritize #teachers’ ideas and experiences, to build trust with them, and to work on equal conditions, where both parties are working toward the same goal. It also emphasizes giving #autonomy to teachers. That is why I always mention that it is really important to give options to teachers, hear their #voices, and consider their #choices. It is important to maintain that mindset. You know, this kind of safety and trust in conversations is not possible in every management context, because sometimes leaders have their own ideas and try to impose them. Or sometimes there is no real option, you just have to apply something, even though you may have more creative ideas or solutions. That is why being heard is important. In reality, it is not just “I asked and no one responded”; maybe people do have ideas, but the #environment does not feel #safe enough to share them, or they may feel their #ideas will not be #applied or #appreciated. Therefore, I wish these principles could be applied in all types of conversations with any ELT/SLT members, not only in instructional coaching. Non-evaluative coaching #culture is important, but it needs to be actively applied. #InstructionalCoaching #CoachingCulture #NonEvaluativeCoaching #InstructionalCoachingModel #OpenMindedness #TeacherVoice #TeacherIdeas #TeacherExperience #TeacherAutonomy #ChoiceInEducation #VoiceAndChoice #TrustInEducation #EqualPartnership #CollaborationInEducation #ReflectivePractice #SafeEnvironment #PsychologicalSafety #LearningCulture #LeadershipInEducation #EducationalLeadership #DialogueInEducation #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#biology #physics #chemistry #curiosity #critical #scientific #discuss #students #research #concepts #science #topics #encouraging #creative #explore #class #sun #photons #god #particle #higgs #dna… | Sabina Mammadova
📌 Activity: End-of-Year Science (#Biology, #Physics & #Chemistry) Discussion Topics for Student #Curiosity and #Critical Thinking Sometimes it is hard to find interesting #scientific topics to #discuss with #students during extra time. You need to #research and keep yourself updated. I have discussed some scientific #concepts to make my students more curious about #science. I will list them below. If you have any recent discoveries, inventions, or discussion #topics, please add them to the list. I teach Grades 6 and 7, so I try to choose topics that spark curiosity. Some challenging concepts may not be fully discovered yet, but they are still valuable for discussion and for #encouraging critical and #creative thinking. Especially towards the end of the year, these topics can be very interesting to #explore with any #class. 1. What is the color of the #Sun? The Sun is not yellow; it is white. How can we prove this? (There is a speech by Neil deGrasse Tyson that you can also watch.) 2. Do #photons behave differently when they are observed? What could be the reason for this? How do scientists study it? 3. What is the “#God particle” (Higgs boson)? Why is it called the “God #particle”? Why is it important to learn about the #Higgs boson? 4. #DNA can be used as a #data storage medium. What is DNA data storage, and how does it work? 5. If air is an #insulator, how does #lightning happen? 6. Can we print #organs using #3D printers? 7. How do #mitochondria both emit and respond to #light, acting as tiny power sources that use specific wavelengths to regulate cell functions and interact with other parts of the body? 8. Can we #clone humans? What are the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of this process? 9. #Photons (tiny particles of light) can become linked across large distances through a phenomenon called #quantum entanglement. How does this happen? 10. We often say nothing can move faster than the #speed of light. However, certain effects, such as “#optical vortices” (dark regions within light waves), can appear to move faster than light. These do not carry mass or information, so they do not violate #Einstein’s theory of relativity. If something appears to move faster than light, does it always break #physics laws? Why or why not? 11. Is light a #wave or a #particle? (The dual nature of light.) Why is it important to understand whether light behaves as a wave or a particle? #Science #Biology #Physics #Chemistry #ScientificThinking #StudentCuriosity #CriticalThinking #CreativeThinking #STEMEducation #InquiryBasedLearning #ScienceEducation #MiddleSchoolScience #ClassroomIdeas #TeachingScience #EndOfYearActivities #FutureScientists #EdChat #LearningThroughQuestions #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#voices #teachers #education #school #work #burnout #poll #linkedin #teachinglife #teacherchallenges #teachervoice #classroommanagement #worklifebalance #educationleadership #teachingandlearning… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 What is your biggest teaching challenge related to workload? The poll was voted on by 163 people. Results are shown below: Lesson planning/behaviour management 19% Administrative tasks/paperwork 28% Differentiation & marking 10% Work-life balance & burnout 44% ✅ 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. That is a huge result and reflects the #voices of #teachers. I think in the #education field, in every #school, there are certain levels where #work-life balance and #burnout problems exist; it is not a secret. However, how it is handled, whether schools consider that they are working with humans, not robots, whether they take meaningful actions for teachers’ well-being and truly support them, remains questionable. I hope this poll result at least shows the amount of burnout among teachers to school management, and that it may help them reconsider teachers’ well-being. #Poll #Linkedin #TeachingLife #TeacherChallenges #TeacherVoice #ClassroomManagement #WorkLifeBalance #EducationLeadership #TeachingAndLearning #TeacherWellbeing #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #Education #Singapore #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#linkedin #poll #education #teaching #learning #growthmindset #professionaldevelopment #continuouslearning #lifelonglearning #teachergrowth #edtech #studentengagement #classroommanagement… | Sabina Mammadova
In education, there are many fields we hear about every day. We are constantly updating ourselves, learning, and learning again 🫣 But which area have you recently decided you would like to grow in? Here are some options. You can also add your own. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Poll #Education #Teaching #Learning #GrowthMindset #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousLearning #LifelongLearning #TeacherGrowth #EdTech #StudentEngagement #ClassroomManagement #InstructionalDesign #ReflectivePractice #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist
#singapore #pisa #math #science #reading #teacher #education #world #mathematics #science #reading #background #performance #environment #school #singapore #pisa2022 #oecd #educationpolicy… | Sabina Mammadova
🇸🇬 What #Singapore’s latest #PISA results really tell us (beyond “top in #Math, #Science, #Reading”) As a #teacher working in Singapore, it was interesting for me to analyse Singapore’s PISA results. I used to think they mainly provided information about specific subjects, but they are doing much more than that. I will share my findings and opinions below. When PISA results are published, the headline is usually simple: Singapore is one of the highest-performing #education systems in the #world 🌎 But the OECD PISA 2022 Singapore Country Note shows something more important. PISA is not just a ranking of subjects, it is a system-level snapshot of how learning actually happens. So what do we really learn from Singapore’s results? Yes, students in Singapore perform at very high levels in #Mathematics, #Science, and #Reading, with many reaching advanced proficiency levels. But that is only one part of the picture. 1️⃣ PISA examines how student #background is linked to #performance. In Singapore: - There is a socio-economic difference in performance - At the same time, a number of students from less advantaged backgrounds still achieve strong results (often described as “resilient students” in OECD terms) - So the system is not only about excellence, but also about how opportunities are distributed. 2️⃣ It includes the learning #environment, not just outcomes. PISA collects data on: - classroom climate - teacher support and relationships - student engagement - disciplinary environment 3️⃣ It includes student well-being and belonging. PISA also measures how students experience #school life, including: - sense of belonging - exposure to bullying - feelings of safety at school 4️⃣ It captures system-level context, not just student performance. Beyond students, PISA also looks at broader factors such as: - home learning environment - early childhood education participation - school system characteristics (like autonomy and structure) These help explain performance beyond the classroom. PISA is not asking: “Which country is the best?” It is asking: “How does learning happen in different systems and for whom?” And Singapore’s results show a system that combines: - high academic performance - measurable equity patterns - strong learning environments - attention to student well-being. 🔗 The link for the website: https://lnkd.in/gZRBT6xi #Singapore #PISA2022 #OECD #EducationPolicy #EducationResearch #GlobalEducation #EdChat #TeachingAndLearning #StudentWellbeing #EquityInEducation #InclusiveEducation #SchoolLeadership #TeacherDevelopment #LearningOutcomes #EducationMatters #EducationInsights #FutureOfEducation #AcademicExcellence #ClassroomClimate #StudentSuccess #Education #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist
#linkedin #education #poll #teaching #teachers #schoolleadership #classroommanagement #professionalethics #teacherwellbeing #educationalleadership #learningenvironment #studentbehaviour… | Sabina Mammadova
For example, a teacher or coordinator enters the classroom unexpectedly and starts giving instructions to students about their behaviour, even though it is not an observation lesson or a planned intervention. Do you think it is professional or ethical for another teacher or coordinator to intervene during a colleague's lesson? How would you view this situation from a professional and ethical perspective? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Linkedin #Education #Poll #Teaching #Teachers #SchoolLeadership #ClassroomManagement #ProfessionalEthics #TeacherWellbeing #EducationalLeadership #LearningEnvironment #StudentBehaviour #EducationDiscussion #TeacherVoice #SchoolCulture #InstructionalLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeachingCommunity #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist
#linkedin #poll #education #teaching #learning #growthmindset #professionaldevelopment #continuouslearning #lifelonglearning #teachergrowth #edtech #studentengagement #classroommanagement… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 What area do you most want to grow in next? The poll was voted on by 114 people. Results are shown below: Classroom management 12% Technology integration 27% Student engagement 24% Curriculum design 37% ✅ 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. The majority are interested in curriculum design, which is very encouraging. I believe everything begins with effective planning and organization. This also shows that teachers are continuously developing their skills and are eager to improve further. #Linkedin #Poll #Education #Teaching #Learning #GrowthMindset #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousLearning #LifelongLearning #TeacherGrowth #EdTech #StudentEngagement #ClassroomManagement #InstructionalDesign #ReflectivePractice #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist
#linkedin #education #poll #teaching #teachers #schoolleadership #classroommanagement #professionalethics #teacherwellbeing #educationalleadership #learningenvironment #studentbehaviour… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 Do you think it is professional or ethical for another teacher or coordinator to intervene during a colleague's lesson? The poll was voted on by 292 people. Results are shown below: Yes, always 7% No, it undermines the teacher 41% Yes, but only in urgent issues 52% ✅ 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. That is definitely the poll of mine that has received the most responses. I really appreciate everyone's opinions. I believe that unless there is an urgent matter, such as a student safety issue, lessons should not be interrupted. This is something that needs to be understood and respected as part of the class and school culture, even if it is not explicitly stated in a policy. We need to respect other professionals and put ourselves in their shoes. How would we feel if someone interrupted our lesson or behaved in the same way? Professional courtesy and mutual respect are essential for creating a positive and supportive working environment. #Linkedin #Education #Poll #Teaching #Teachers #SchoolLeadership #ClassroomManagement #ProfessionalEthics #TeacherWellbeing #EducationalLeadership #LearningEnvironment #StudentBehaviour #EducationDiscussion #TeacherVoice #SchoolCulture #InstructionalLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeachingCommunity #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist
World’s toughest job 😬 | Sabina Mammadova
World’s toughest job 😬
#professionaldevelopment #teachergrowth #teachingandlearning #education #peercollaboration #reflectivepractice #educationleadership #classroompractice #linkedin #poll #teacher #education… | Sabina Mammadova
What type of professional development has had the greatest impact on your teaching practice: lecture-based training or peer collaboration? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherGrowth #TeachingAndLearning #Education #PeerCollaboration #ReflectivePractice #EducationLeadership #ClassroomPractice #Linkedin #Poll #Teacher #Education #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #ScienceTeacher
#poll #linkedin #professionaldevelopment #teacherpd #teaching #education #educators #lifelonglearning #teacherwellbeing #cpd #teacher #instructionalcoach #biologyteacher #scienceteacher… | Sabina Mammadova
Some teachers prefer rest and recovery during the summer, while others see it as a valuable opportunity for learning and collaboration. What is your experience? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Poll #Linkedin #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherPD #Teaching #Education #Educators #LifelongLearning #TeacherWellbeing #CPD #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist
#recruitment #retention #data #surveys #teachers #job #teacherrecruitment #teacherretention #educationdata #schoolleadership #educationresearch #datadriveneducation #teachershortage #globaleducation… | Sabina Mammadova
📊 Teacher #Recruitment & #Retention in 2026: What the #data is really showing Recent data from the Teacher Tapp 2026 report (based on #surveys from 10,000+ #teachers and national #job advertisement tracking) highlights a recruitment system that is contracting in volume but not necessarily improving in stability. The quantitative trends reveal a clear mismatch between lower recruitment activity and persistent staffing pressures. 1. Recruitment activity has fallen sharply One of the most striking findings is the sustained decline in job advertising: * Secondary school job ads: ↓ 32% year-on-year * Compared to pre-pandemic levels (2018-2019): ↓ 46% * Lowest level in 9 years of recorded data 👉 Importantly, this decline is consistent across all subjects, including traditionally high-demand areas like maths and science. 2. Reduced vacancies ≠ improved staffing Despite fewer advertised roles, teacher perception data shows worsening staffing conditions: * 21% of primary teachers report their school is inadequately staffed with qualified teachers * This is an increase from 16% in previous years * Nearly 50% of primary teachers report that no jobs were advertised in their school this year 👉 Interpretation: schools are not necessarily “fully staffed”, they are often not replacing leavers or redistributing workload internally. 3. Teacher retention intention remains structurally lower than pre-pandemic Longitudinal survey data shows a clear long-term shift in career commitment: * Pre-pandemic (before 2020): ~75% of teachers expected to still be teaching in 3 years * 2026 data: 61% * Net change: −14 percentage points 👉 This figure has stabilised since 2022, but has not recovered. 4. Leadership pipeline is narrowing Data from senior leaders shows a significant long-term decline: * Deputy/assistant heads aspiring to headship: * 2017: 55% * 2026: 37% * Net change: −18 percentage points 👉 This signals a shrinking pipeline for future school leadership. 📌 Key quantitative insight Across all indicators, the pattern is consistent: 📉 Recruitment activity: down 30–45% * Retention intent: down ~14 percentage points vs pre-pandemic * Leadership aspiration: down ~18 percentage points * Staffing perception issues: ~1 in 5 schools reported as understaffed. The data suggests a system that is not experiencing a simple “hiring shortage”, but rather a structural contraction in movement and replacement cycles. In other words: Fewer vacancies do not mean fewer problems, they may simply reflect reduced mobility, slower replacement, and workload redistribution inside schools. 🌐 The link for the website: https://lnkd.in/eAUkTrng #TeacherRecruitment #TeacherRetention #EducationData #SchoolLeadership #EducationResearch #DataDrivenEducation #TeacherShortage #GlobalEducation #EducationLeadership #TeacherTapp #Teacher #Linkedin #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#socialemotionallearning #sel #education #schoolleadership #educationalleadership #studentwellbeing #teachingandlearning #evidencebasededucation #educationresearch #professionallearning… | Sabina Mammadova
📊 424 studies. 575,361 students. 53 countries. One clear finding: Universal school-based Social and Emotional Learning works, and the impact is measurable. In their landmark 2023 meta-analysis, Cipriano, Strambler, Naples, and colleagues examined two decades of SEL research and found the strongest outcomes in: ✓ School climate and safety ✓ Peer relationships ✓ Civic attitudes and behaviors But the ripple effects extend further. SEL programs also improved: → Academic achievement → Student attitudes toward learning → Social behavior and emotional well-being This wasn't a small-scale study. This was a rigorous, global analysis that became the Top Cited Article in Child Development (2022-2023). The data leaves no room for doubt: when we invest in students' emotional and social development, we're investing in their entire future. For educators and school leaders: the question isn't "Does SEL work?" anymore. The question is "How can we scale it equitably across all our students?" Reference: Cipriano, C., Strambler, M. J., Naples, L. H., Ha, C., Kirk, M., Wood, M., et al. (2023). The state of evidence for social and emotional learning: A contemporary meta-analysis of universal school-based SEL interventions. Child Development, 94(5), 1181–1204. 🌐 The link for article: https://lnkd.in/g-ZWzvVU 🌐 Photo: https://lnkd.in/gurwV55k #SocialEmotionalLearning #SEL #Education #SchoolLeadership #EducationalLeadership #StudentWellbeing #TeachingAndLearning #EvidenceBasedEducation #EducationResearch #ProfessionalLearning #SchoolImprovement #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess #ChildDevelopment #ScienceTeacher #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist
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🌐 Apart from having a #CV, creating a #portfolio or personal #website can be equally important when it comes to showcasing your #work, #achievements, and #professional growth. I created my own portfolio using Google Sites and found it very user-friendly. It helped me organize and present my work in one place, making it easier to share with colleagues, and educational professionals. Of course, my design is quite simple, I am not a professional web designer, but there are many excellent platforms available today that make portfolio creation easy for educators and professionals from any field. If you know of another user-friendly platform for building a #portfolio or #website, please feel free to share it in the comments. Your suggestion might be valuable for someone looking to establish their online portfolio. I believe that a well-designed portfolio can support the #hiring process by providing evidence of your #experience, #projects, #accomplishments, and #professional journey beyond what a traditional CV can show. You can explore the platforms listed below and choose the one that best fits your needs. Most importantly, they are either completely #free, offer free plans, or provide trial versions with useful features. For your convenience, I have also included a separate list of these platforms for reference: 1. Google Sites (Free) 2. Wix (Free plan available) 3. Weebly (Free plan available) 4. Adobe Portfolio (Free with Creative Cloud) 5. Carrd (Carrd Inspiration) (Free tier) 6. Notion (Free) 7. Canva (Free with premium) 8. WordPress.com (Free tier) #Portfolio #PersonalWebsite #OnlinePortfolio #ProfessionalPortfolio #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerDevelopment #DigitalPortfolio #TeacherPortfolio #EducatorPortfolio #Employability #GoogleSites #Wix #Weebly #AdobePortfolio #Carrd #Notion #Canva #WordPress #EdTech #ProfessionalDevelopment #EducationCommunity #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#curriculum #research #frameworks #taxonomies #teaching #learning #assessment #development #educational #design #instructional #bloom #marzano #anderson #solo #thinking #learning #dok #gagné… | Sabina Mammadova
When designing or improving a #curriculum, educators often rely on established #research-based #frameworks and #taxonomies to guide #teaching, #learning, #assessment, and curriculum #development. The infographic below provides an overview of some of the most widely used #educational frameworks and taxonomies that have influenced curriculum #design and #instructional practice worldwide. Educational Frameworks & Taxonomies Used in Curricula 🟡 Cognitive & Learning Taxonomies 1. #Bloom's Taxonomy (Revised) - Six levels: Remember, Understand, Apply, Analyze, Evaluate, Create 2. #Marzano's Taxonomy - Focuses on knowledge types and mental processes 3. #Anderson & Krathwohl's Revised Bloom's Taxonomy - Updated cognitive domain framework 4. #SOLO Taxonomy (Structure of the Observed Learning Outcome) - Five levels of learning complexity 5. Costa's Levels of #Thinking — Three tiers of cognitive demand 6. Fink's Taxonomy of Significant #Learning - Foundational knowledge, application, integration, human dimension, caring, and learning how to learn 7. Webb's Depth of Knowledge (#DOK) - Four levels of cognitive complexity 8. #Gagné's Conditions of Learning - Nine hierarchical learning levels 🟣 Curriculum Design Frameworks 1. #Understanding by Design (Wiggins & McTighe) - Backward design approach 2. #Bruner's Spiral Curriculum - Revisiting concepts with increasing complexity 3. #Constructivist Learning Theory - Student-centered knowledge-building approach 4. Competency-Based Education (#CBE) - Focus on demonstrated skills and competencies 5. #Mastery Learning - Criterion-referenced progression 🟢 Multiple Domains & Skills 1. Multiple Intelligences (#Gardner) - Eight to nine types of intelligence 2. 21st Century #Skills Frameworks - Critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity (the 4Cs) 3. #STEAM/STEM Frameworks - Integration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics 4. Renzulli's Three-Ring #Conception - Giftedness as the interaction of above-average ability, creativity, and task commitment 🔵 Evaluation & Assessment Models 1. Kirkpatrick's Four Levels of #Evaluation - Reaction, Learning, Behavior, and Results 2. #Design Thinking / Backward Design - Problem-solving and user-centered curriculum development approaches #CurriculumDesign #CurriculumDevelopment #Education #EducationalLeadership #TeachingAndLearning #InstructionalDesign #LearningDesign #Assessment #Pedagogy #EducationalResearch #EvidenceBasedPractice #LearningFrameworks #EducationalFrameworks #Taxonomies #BloomTaxonomy #SOLOTaxonomy #DepthOfKnowledge #DOK #Marzano #Gagne #UnderstandingByDesign #UbD #BackwardDesign #CompetencyBasedEducation #MasteryLearning #Constructivism #CriticalThinking #21stCenturySkills #StudentLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #EducationalAssessment #K12Education #EdTech #SchoolLeadership #InstructionalLeadership #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#teachers #learning #student #academic #infographic #stress #memory #attention #research #achievement #cognitive #social #environmental #institutional #curriculum #assessment #teaching #cultures… | Sabina Mammadova
What Really Shapes Student Achievement? 📊 #Teachers are not the only factor influencing students' #learning. #Student achievement is often measured through grades and test scores, but the evidence suggests that #academic success is influenced by a complex network of interconnected factors rather than a single variable. This #infographic highlights a multilevel systems perspective, showing how student outcomes are shaped by influences across different layers: 🧠 The biology matters #Stress physiology shows cortisol directly interferes with #memory and #attention. Students under chronic stress show measurable changes in brain activity (EEG) that predict lower achievement. 🔹 Student Factors - Prior achievement - Motivation and self-regulation - Physical and mental well-being 🔹 Family & Home Environment - Parental involvement - Learning support at home - Expectations and routines 🔹 Teacher & Instruction - Instructional quality - Feedback and assessment - Subject expertise and pedagogy 🔹 School & Resources - School culture - Leadership - Learning resources and opportunities 🔹 Peer & Social Influences - Sense of belonging - Academic norms - Collaboration and support networks The #research summarized in the poster reinforces a key message: student #achievement emerges from the interaction of #cognitive, #social, #environmental, and #institutional factors. For educators and school leaders, this means that sustainable improvement requires more than #curriculum changes or #assessment reforms. It calls for a holistic approach that strengthens #teaching, supports students' well-being, engages families, and builds positive school #cultures. The greatest gains in student achievement are achieved when #schools address multiple factors simultaneously rather than focusing on a single intervention. Which factor do you believe has the strongest influence on student achievement in your educational context? 📖 References: Kassaw & Demareva (2023) — Comprehensive PLOS ONE systematic review of determinants in higher ed. 📖 Gutiérrez-de-Rozas et al. (2022) - 25-year meta-analysis synthesis (Revista de Educación). 📖 Nunes et al. (2022) - Meta-analysis of 49 studies on HS achievement (Education Sciences). 📖 Cronje et al. (2024) - EEG, stress physiology, and achievement (Nature Communications). 📖 Hattie (2009/2012) - Visible Learning meta-meta-analysis. #Education #StudentAchievement #SchoolLeadership #TeachingAndLearning #EducationalResearch #Assessment #InstructionalLeadership #EducationLeadership #Learning #Teachers #EdTech #ProfessionalDevelopment #EvidenceBasedEducation #K12Education #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#ai #education #aiineducation #educationtechnology #edtech #artificialintelligence #digitallearning #learninganalytics #teachingwithai #aitrends #datadriveneducation #innovationineducation… | Sabina Mammadova
#AI in #Education: Global Statistics and Trends 🌐 🔹 95% of students and faculty use AI on campus daily. But only 25% of educators feel trained to use it effectively. 🔸 71% of K-12 teachers have received ZERO AI training. 🔹 68% of urban teachers haven't received training since joining. 🔸 Only 18% of teachers receive formal guidance from their administrators. 🔹 Students using AI tutors learn 127% more than with standard tools. 🔸 Teachers using AI weekly save 5.9 hours/week (that's 6+ extra weeks per year!). 🔹 86% of students globally use AI for studies. 🔸 The AI education market just hit $7.57 billion in 2025. By 2034, it will reach $112.3 billion. That's a 38.4% compound annual growth rate. 🔹 Only 10% of 450+ schools and universities have formal AI guidelines. 🔸 Students using AI tutors learned more than twice as much in less time compared to traditional active-learning classrooms. Breaking it down: * AI tutors → 127% improvement in learning outcomes * Standard chatbots → 48% improvement * University exams → Students using AI scored ~10% higher * AI-enhanced environments → 54% higher test scores 🔹 Human tutors still interpret emotional states with 92% accuracy. Even the best AI systems manage only 68%. 🔸 Yet 71% of teachers and 65% of students agree AI should be in schools. 🔹 AI tutor (Khanmigo) grew from 68,000 users (2023-24) to over 1.4 million users (mid-2025). 🔸 Reports by Cengage highlight that a resounding 90% of higher education instructors and 84% of K-12 teachers believe AI will become a pillar of education. 🔹 Surveys from Imagine Learning confirm that 90% of educators believe AI tools help bridge learning gaps for students with special needs and language barriers. 🔸 Despite the optimism, 90% of faculty report fears that generative AI will diminish critical thinking skills, with 95% worrying about student overreliance on the technology. 🔹 Up to 30% improvement in learning outcomes with AI-powered personalized learning. * Up to 40% increase in time for live teaching/connection. * Up to 50% increase in student engagement. * Up to 35% improvement in student retention rates. 🔸 Institutional adoption stages * 35% Already using AI * 25% Planning AI initiatives * 30% Planning to use AI within 1-2 years * 10% No current plans 🔹 67% of institutions plan to increase AI investment in the next 3 years. 🔗 Reference: https://lnkd.in/gCWp_Cdy #AIinEducation #EducationTechnology #EdTech #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalLearning #LearningAnalytics #TeachingWithAI #AITrends #DataDrivenEducation #InnovationInEducation #EdTechTrends #K12Education #HigherEducation #TeacherTraining #StudentLearning #AITransformation #GlobalEducation #EducationInnovation #AIResearch #EducationLeadership #DigitalTransformation #21stCenturySkills #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
#ai #education #training #aiineducation #edtech #teacherdevelopment #professionaldevelopment #aitraining #teachingwithai #educationinnovation #digitallearning #21stcenturyskills #teacher… | Sabina Mammadova
As #AI becomes more present in #education, professional development is becoming increasingly important. Have you received formal professional development or #training on using AI in education? 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #AIinEducation #EdTech #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #AITraining #TeachingWithAI #EducationInnovation #DigitalLearning #21stCenturySkills #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
AI in Education: 7 Humble Suggestions for Self-Learning | Sabina Mammadova posted on the topic | LinkedIn
A Few Humble Suggestions (From My #Experience) for Those Learning #AI on Their Own 🌐 I see that many people are trying to explore and learn how to use AI in #education. Since I am also learning AI by myself, I would like to share a few humble suggestions based on my experience. 1. #Try different AI tools If an AI platform is recommended by a colleague or an educator who has used it and found it beneficial, give it a try. Explore how useful it can be for you and your students' learning process. 2. Make a #list I recommend creating a list of useful AI tools. You can even #organize them by #category. This will make it much easier to find the right tool whenever you need one for creating a #poster, #video, #activity, #quiz, or anything else. 3. #Bookmark your favorite tools Bookmark the AI tools you use most often in your browser. Most of us use only 5–10 tools (at most), while the others are used much less frequently. Having quick access saves time. 4. Don't blindly trust posts such as "50 Best #AI Tools" or "100 Must-Have AI Platforms" When I share lists such as the 50 most useful EdTech tools or the 20 best platforms for simulations, you can trust that they are based on my own experience 🙂 I have personally compiled these lists and use them myself before sharing them on my profile. However, I often see similar posts that are not particularly useful and could easily have been generated by AI. They are not necessarily based on real #experience. Creating a truly valuable list requires years of experience, or at least frequent, hands-on use of the tools being recommended. So, whenever you come across these kinds of posts, try to be a little #sceptical. Test some of the tools yourself and decide whether they are genuinely useful for your own teaching and learning needs. 5. Have discussions with #colleagues Talking with colleagues can be very helpful because they may have already tried a particular AI tool and can share honest feedback. This is one of the reasons why networking and professional discussions are so valuable. 6. Listen to #students' experiences and feedback Students' feedback after using an AI tool during class activities or for self-study can help you understand how useful the tool really is for your teaching and learning objectives. 7. There is no single AI platform for every #teaching purpose There is no perfect AI platform that does everything equally well. Different tasks often require different tools. Because of this, I wouldn't recommend paying for premium versions of every platform. Even #free versions, despite their limitations, can be very useful for creating teaching resources and learning activities. If you have any additional humble suggestions, please feel free to add them. I hope you found this post somewhat useful 🙂 #AI #AIinEducation #Education #EdTech #Teaching #ProfessionalDevelopment #SelfLearning #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist
#professionaldevelopment #teachergrowth #teachingandlearning #education #peercollaboration #reflectivepractice #educationleadership #classroompractice #linkedin #poll #teacher #education… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 Is peer collaboration during professional development more effective than lecture-style training? The poll was voted on by 107 people. Results are shown below: Yes 90% ✅ No 10% The results highlight a strong belief that professional development becomes more meaningful when educators actively learn with and from one another, rather than only listening to presentations. Peer collaboration encourages the exchange of ideas, reflection on classroom practice, problem solving, and the sharing of real world experiences. While lecture-style training still has an important role in introducing new knowledge and research, collaborative learning helps educators translate that knowledge into effective classroom practice. The most impactful professional development often combines both approaches: evidence-based input together with opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on application. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherGrowth #TeachingAndLearning #Education #PeerCollaboration #ReflectivePractice #EducationLeadership #ClassroomPractice #Linkedin #Poll #Teacher #Education #BiologyTeacher #InstructionalCoach #EdTechSpecialist #ScienceTeacher
#poll #linkedin #professionaldevelopment #teacherpd #teaching #education #educators #lifelonglearning #teacherwellbeing #cpd #teacher #instructionalcoach #biologyteacher #scienceteacher… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 Do you prefer professional development (workshops, training sessions, or seminars) during your summer break? The poll was voted on by 203 people. Results are shown below: Definitely not 43% ✅ Online only 29% Yes, online or in-person 26% Have to, no other time 1% The results suggest that many educators value their summer break as an opportunity to rest and recharge. At the same time, a significant number are still open to professional development, particularly when it is offered in a flexible online format. These findings highlight the importance of balancing continuous professional learning with teacher well-being. Providing flexible, accessible, and meaningful learning opportunities may encourage greater participation while respecting educators' need for personal time. 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #Poll #Linkedin #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherPD #Teaching #Education #Educators #LifelongLearning #TeacherWellbeing #CPD #Teacher #InstructionalCoach #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #EdTechSpecialist
#aiineducation #edtech #teacherdevelopment #professionaldevelopment #aitraining #teachingwithai #educationinnovation #digitallearning #21stcenturyskills #teacher #biologyteacher #scienceteacher… | Sabina Mammadova
Poll Results 📊 Have you received formal professional development or training on using AI in education? The poll was voted on by 53 people. Results are shown below: Yes, school training 25% Yes, self-funded 15% Minimal, colleagues shared 9% No, learning AI on my own 51% ✅ The results suggest that many educators are taking the initiative to learn about AI independently, rather than through formal professional development provided by their schools or institutions. As AI continues to transform education, teachers need access to high-quality, practical training that helps them integrate these tools effectively, ethically, and confidently into their teaching. While self-directed learning demonstrates educators' commitment to professional growth, institutional support is equally important to ensure all teachers have the opportunity to develop AI literacy. Thank you to everyone who voted and shared your perspectives! 📌 Note: Other users can not see who voted for which option on LinkedIn. This feature is intended to encourage honest and open responses on the platform. #AIinEducation #EdTech #TeacherDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #AITraining #TeachingWithAI #EducationInnovation #DigitalLearning #21stCenturySkills #Teacher #BiologyTeacher #ScienceTeacher #InstructionalCoach #InstructionalCoaching #EdTechSpecialist #Education
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