Category: Standards and Design
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Using Exit Tickets to Actually Guide Your Teaching
Read more: Using Exit Tickets to Actually Guide Your TeachingExit tickets are one of those strategies that sound great… but don’t always feel useful. You collect them. You glance at them. Then you move on. But when used intentionally, they can completely change how you plan. 1. Keep Them Focused Exit tickets don’t need to cover everything. Focus on: One key concept One skill…
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How to Handle Early Finishers Without Losing Your Mind
Read more: How to Handle Early Finishers Without Losing Your Mind“I’m done… now what?” If you hear this every class period, you’re not alone. Early finishers can quickly turn into distractions if you don’t have a plan. But the solution doesn’t have to be complicated. 1. Always Have a Go-To Option The biggest mistake is trying to come up with something in the moment. Instead,…
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Bell Ringers That Actually Get Students Thinking in Science
Read more: Bell Ringers That Actually Get Students Thinking in ScienceThe start of class sets the tone for everything that follows. And if your class starts with chaos, side conversations, or students asking, “What are we doing today?”… it’s going to be harder to get them focused. That’s where bell ringers come in. But not all bell ringers are created equal. Here’s how to make…
