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SMART Goals: Helping Students Set Goals Effectively

The acronym SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely.

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Taking the Teaching Perspective

Have you ever been really frustrated because someone didn’t do something the way you wanted them to?

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Classroom Norms Part 2: Virtual Meeting Etiquette

There are three parts of the virtual meeting for which you should set norms: before, during, and after the meeting.

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Classroom Norms Part 1: Face-to-Face Expectations

Creating classroom norms is a great way to get everyone on the same page as far as what is and is not acceptable behavior during…

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Building Rapport: The Key to Good Classroom Management

A safe environment in the classroom can be fragile; it requires vigilance, consistency, and intention every day.

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Tips for Using Prep Time Effectively

Using your prep time effectively can reduce your stress by helping you spend less time working outside of class.

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Tips for Teachers: Lessons From Being a New Online Student

Lessons from an online student and how they apply to the work as Adventist educators. Online students feel new and uncertain sometimes, particularly during their…

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Punishing the Group: What Messages are We Sending?

It is sometimes tempting as a teacher to punish an entire group for the misbehavior of one or more students. But the messages sent by…

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Have You Considered Putting Some Weight Into Your Buzz Groups?

If you are looking for more “noise” in your classroom, consider putting some “weight” into your buzz groups.

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Improving Professional Learning Activities

Leaders can nurture a culture where teachers can articulate their needs in a safe environment that supports both voice and choice.

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Classroom Intervention Strategies, Part 2: Medium and High Level Responses

Every student is different, and not all strategies work on all students, so getting to know your students is essential.

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