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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

THE BENEFITS OF LARGE PRINT BOOKS The Benefits of Large Print Books. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2020 Issue. By Tasha Squires. As a librarian, there are certain moments that stick with me. When one of my students unexpectedly gave me a mutinous look, I knew it was the start of one of them. Bobby had always been an affable student, but

one day when I

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM Show some respect. Listen. No, really listen. Stop what you’re doing. Make eye contact. Your current task isn’t that much more important than the concern of the person whose job it’s yours to guide. If you’re busy, tell your student so, but make time later for her to air her concern. Everyone deserves to feel heard. THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free ADDRESSING MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS IN THE CLASSROOM Addressing Mental Health Disorders in the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, May/June 2013 Issue. By Bruce Van Stone. There is often a prevailing image society has of someone with mental illness. The stereotype is of a person who is out of control, with a “crazy” look in their eyes, and is highly dangerous. HOPE AND DESPAIR: Q&A WITH AN INNER CITY SCHOOL TEACHER Hope and Despair: Q&A with an Inner City School Teacher. By Meagan Gillmore. Ed Boland wishes he’d read his book before he began teaching. After more than 20 years in educational administration, much of that time spent helping students from low-income situations improve their education, he decided to help in a more direct way. He wanted to

teach.

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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

THE BENEFITS OF LARGE PRINT BOOKS The Benefits of Large Print Books. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2020 Issue. By Tasha Squires. As a librarian, there are certain moments that stick with me. When one of my students unexpectedly gave me a mutinous look, I knew it was the start of one of them. Bobby had always been an affable student, but

one day when I

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM Show some respect. Listen. No, really listen. Stop what you’re doing. Make eye contact. Your current task isn’t that much more important than the concern of the person whose job it’s yours to guide. If you’re busy, tell your student so, but make time later for her to air her concern. Everyone deserves to feel heard. THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free ADDRESSING MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS IN THE CLASSROOM Addressing Mental Health Disorders in the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, May/June 2013 Issue. By Bruce Van Stone. There is often a prevailing image society has of someone with mental illness. The stereotype is of a person who is out of control, with a “crazy” look in their eyes, and is highly dangerous. HOPE AND DESPAIR: Q&A WITH AN INNER CITY SCHOOL TEACHER Hope and Despair: Q&A with an Inner City School Teacher. By Meagan Gillmore. Ed Boland wishes he’d read his book before he began teaching. After more than 20 years in educational administration, much of that time spent helping students from low-income situations improve their education, he decided to help in a more direct way. He wanted to

teach.

ABOUT US - TEACH MAGAZINE - TEACH MAGAZINE Founded in 1993, TEACH Magazine delivers pragmatic tools and resources to K-12 educators everywhere. TEACH stands as an open forum for discussion supporting good teachers and teaching while promoting innovation in education. Being a teacher doesn’t mean you stop learning. TEACH is for you, the professional educator. We are not affiliated with any organization, federation, association, THE END OF DISCIPLINE IN THE CLASSROOM The End of Discipline in the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2020 Issue. By Adam Stone. This is the article where you’ll read about the end of discipline—at least as you’ve always known it. Sure, kids will still act out, and we’ll offer practical tips on how to deal with that, but the current

thinking

TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE I am like it, it is easy for student to communicate with their teacher and teacher can share good some information for them about tasks, Google drive is very useful, thanks, Google you have helped much more who needed some information in their life, Google I Love You, you are smart and hopeful , I will use Google to drive for teaching my

students .

RELATIONSHIPS AS A TEACHING TOOL Relational intentionality involves maintaining our authority while building relationships with students. It involves intentional actions with your students. You could think of it as if it were part of the instructional plan. It is a relationship that models respect and cordiality in ways that teach both. Relational intentionality is

making sure

HOW TO CALM EXPLOSIVE STUDENT BEHAVIOUR If Plan B fails, Step 1 was probably missed. Step 2: Define the Problem – It’s vital to define your concern and the student’s concern. “You’re feeling restless and want to walk around the classroom. My concern is that you’re distracting the other students.”. Step 3: Invitation to Solve the Problem – THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can WHY EDUCATION MUST CHANGE Hello , I am an Early Years Practitioner and truly believe the present education system needs to change. I Teach British Curriculum where there are many scopes for children to think critically, enjoy creativity and communicate with confidence but as they grow and go to grades all this is just 2 to 5% of the education system the children are practically learning things that they will never use THINGS I LEARNED IN TEACHER’S COLLEGE Things I Learned in Teacher’s CollegeBy Evelyn Chiu. For most, the mere nine months of a typical teaching program seems to fly by. At the end of it, you wonder how all that learning took place in such a short period of time. Yet the ride was exhilarating and you are ready to embrace the opportunities ahead. WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

she’s

NAVIGATING NEGATIVITY: CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN THE Learning how to navigate negativity is an essential part of social development. Experiencing some conflict in the classroom may even be healthy. It is one way to help students deal respectfully with a difference in opinion, for example. They may practice overcoming fear regarding negativity, learn to share emotions and demonstrate

vulnerability.

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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM Show some respect. Listen. No, really listen. Stop what you’re doing. Make eye contact. Your current task isn’t that much more important than the concern of the person whose job it’s yours to guide. If you’re busy, tell your student so, but make time later for her to air her concern. Everyone deserves to feel heard. MOVEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM Sean Blackmer is a Middle School Social Studies & Electives Teacher in Grand Junction, Colorado.He was the main contributor to the school’s development of a hybrid online-onsite learning program. He is currently completing his Masters in Special Education through Colorado Mesa University and will receive a certificate in Applied Behavior Analyst from the University of Northern Colorado. MANAGING TECHNOLOGY USE IN YOUR CLASSROOM Actively monitor student use of the technology. Walk around the classroom, looking over students’ shoulders to check such things as windows that have been minimized at the bottom of a computer screen. It’s good to trust your students, but they need to know that you expect them to be focused on learning. Arrange classroom seating so

that it

TEACHING SILENT LETTERS As for words that begin with a silent g, there are a few common possibilities: gnome, gnat, gnu, gnarl, gnash, and gnaw (and their extensions e.g., gnarly, etc). The other words are less common: gneiss, gnomon (a marker on a sundial), gnostic, gnocci, gnotobiotic, and gnosis. There are however, over 200 words that begin with a silent

k.

WHY EDUCATION MUST CHANGE Education provides context to history, art, depth of understanding, and perspective that some people would not otherwise experience. This is part of the traditional role education fulfills in teaching about culture and the transmission of our society’s values. But society is transforming at ever accelerating rates and the shiny baubles that THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF GIFTED STUDENTS The Unique Needs of Gifted Students. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2018 Issue. By Meagan Gillmore. Dale Mar has always known her English students can explore topics with great insight. They “blow her mind” regularly, she says. However, she was surprised when two students’ spoken-word poems landed them a

personal

WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

she’s

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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM Show some respect. Listen. No, really listen. Stop what you’re doing. Make eye contact. Your current task isn’t that much more important than the concern of the person whose job it’s yours to guide. If you’re busy, tell your student so, but make time later for her to air her concern. Everyone deserves to feel heard. MOVEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM Sean Blackmer is a Middle School Social Studies & Electives Teacher in Grand Junction, Colorado.He was the main contributor to the school’s development of a hybrid online-onsite learning program. He is currently completing his Masters in Special Education through Colorado Mesa University and will receive a certificate in Applied Behavior Analyst from the University of Northern Colorado. MANAGING TECHNOLOGY USE IN YOUR CLASSROOM Actively monitor student use of the technology. Walk around the classroom, looking over students’ shoulders to check such things as windows that have been minimized at the bottom of a computer screen. It’s good to trust your students, but they need to know that you expect them to be focused on learning. Arrange classroom seating so

that it

TEACHING SILENT LETTERS As for words that begin with a silent g, there are a few common possibilities: gnome, gnat, gnu, gnarl, gnash, and gnaw (and their extensions e.g., gnarly, etc). The other words are less common: gneiss, gnomon (a marker on a sundial), gnostic, gnocci, gnotobiotic, and gnosis. There are however, over 200 words that begin with a silent

k.

WHY EDUCATION MUST CHANGE Education provides context to history, art, depth of understanding, and perspective that some people would not otherwise experience. This is part of the traditional role education fulfills in teaching about culture and the transmission of our society’s values. But society is transforming at ever accelerating rates and the shiny baubles that THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF GIFTED STUDENTS The Unique Needs of Gifted Students. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2018 Issue. By Meagan Gillmore. Dale Mar has always known her English students can explore topics with great insight. They “blow her mind” regularly, she says. However, she was surprised when two students’ spoken-word poems landed them a

personal

WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

she’s

ABOUT US - TEACH MAGAZINE - TEACH MAGAZINE Founded in 1993, TEACH Magazine delivers pragmatic tools and resources to K-12 educators everywhere. TEACH stands as an open forum for discussion supporting good teachers and teaching while promoting innovation in education. Being a teacher doesn’t mean you stop learning. TEACH is for you, the professional educator. We are not affiliated with any organization, federation, association, MOVEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM Sean Blackmer is a Middle School Social Studies & Electives Teacher in Grand Junction, Colorado.He was the main contributor to the school’s development of a hybrid online-onsite learning program. He is currently completing his Masters in Special Education through Colorado Mesa University and will receive a certificate in Applied Behavior Analyst from the University of Northern Colorado. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free RELATIONSHIPS AS A TEACHING TOOL Relational intentionality involves maintaining our authority while building relationships with students. It involves intentional actions with your students. You could think of it as if it were part of the instructional plan. It is a relationship that models respect and cordiality in ways that teach both. Relational intentionality is

making sure

THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can WHY DON'T TEENS CARE ABOUT POLITICS? Why Don’t Teens Care About Politics? Originally published in TEACH Magazine, September/October 2015 Issue. By Martha Beach. We’ve all heard the moans and groans about youth who don’t care about their society, teenagers who can’t tell you how the political system works, and citizens who don’t bother to vote. Some of those

complaints

FIELD TRIPS: ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTRES Field Trips: Aboriginal Cultural Centres. Prepare your students for the next National Aboriginal Day (June 21) with a visit to a Aboriginal culture centre. Students learn about the cultural of Canada’s various Aboriginal peoples. Many offer games, crafts, and

outdoor

OPINION: WHY PARENTS DON’T RESPECT TEACHERS The reasons for this are surprisingly complex. First, parents are pushed for time. Often two parents are working, or a single parent is trying to cope (typically) on her own, and parents sometimes have to work two jobs or more to make ends meet. The result is that parents are often tired, frayed around the edges, with lots of repressed anger BREAKING UP: STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING SPLIT CLASSES Split-grade classes, where students in one or more consecutive grades are taught in the same classroom by the same teacher, are common in most provinces and territories in Canada. In several jurisdictions, they’re actually increasing. But they’re new for these Newfoundland and Labrador schools. In a province where school

enrolment is

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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

THE BENEFITS OF LARGE PRINT BOOKS The Benefits of Large Print Books. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2020 Issue. By Tasha Squires. As a librarian, there are certain moments that stick with me. When one of my students unexpectedly gave me a mutinous look, I knew it was the start of one of them. Bobby had always been an affable student, but

one day when I

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM By Alex Van Tol . As a student in the Faculty of Education, I learned a little bit. I discovered how technology was changing the way students are taught in the classroom; I figured out how to approach the algorithm of multiplication from a variety of angles to accommodate different learning styles; I learned how to spend four hours labouring over a 30-minute lesson plan to introduce a picture TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

she’s

HOPE AND DESPAIR: Q&A WITH AN INNER CITY SCHOOL TEACHER Hope and Despair: Q&A with an Inner City School Teacher. By Meagan Gillmore. Ed Boland wishes he’d read his book before he began teaching. After more than 20 years in educational administration, much of that time spent helping students from low-income situations improve their education, he decided to help in a more direct way. He wanted to

teach.

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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

THE BENEFITS OF LARGE PRINT BOOKS The Benefits of Large Print Books. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2020 Issue. By Tasha Squires. As a librarian, there are certain moments that stick with me. When one of my students unexpectedly gave me a mutinous look, I knew it was the start of one of them. Bobby had always been an affable student, but

one day when I

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM By Alex Van Tol . As a student in the Faculty of Education, I learned a little bit. I discovered how technology was changing the way students are taught in the classroom; I figured out how to approach the algorithm of multiplication from a variety of angles to accommodate different learning styles; I learned how to spend four hours labouring over a 30-minute lesson plan to introduce a picture TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

she’s

HOPE AND DESPAIR: Q&A WITH AN INNER CITY SCHOOL TEACHER Hope and Despair: Q&A with an Inner City School Teacher. By Meagan Gillmore. Ed Boland wishes he’d read his book before he began teaching. After more than 20 years in educational administration, much of that time spent helping students from low-income situations improve their education, he decided to help in a more direct way. He wanted to

teach.

WHY BOYS AREN’T LEARNING CURRICULA THE MULTICULTURALISM Why Boys Aren’t Learning CURRICULA The Multiculturalism Project Educational Governance Are school boards obsolete? M a y / J u n e 0 4

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TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE I am like it, it is easy for student to communicate with their teacher and teacher can share good some information for them about tasks, Google drive is very useful, thanks, Google you have helped much more who needed some information in their life, Google I Love You, you are smart and hopeful , I will use Google to drive for teaching my

students .

TEACHING SILENT LETTERS As for words that begin with a silent g, there are a few common possibilities: gnome, gnat, gnu, gnarl, gnash, and gnaw (and their extensions e.g., gnarly, etc). The other words are less common: gneiss, gnomon (a marker on a sundial), gnostic, gnocci, gnotobiotic, and gnosis. There are however, over 200 words that begin with a silent

k.

HOW TO CALM EXPLOSIVE STUDENT BEHAVIOUR If Plan B fails, Step 1 was probably missed. Step 2: Define the Problem – It’s vital to define your concern and the student’s concern. “You’re feeling restless and want to walk around the classroom. My concern is that you’re distracting the other students.”. Step 3: Invitation to Solve the Problem – WHY EDUCATION MUST CHANGE Hello , I am an Early Years Practitioner and truly believe the present education system needs to change. I Teach British Curriculum where there are many scopes for children to think critically, enjoy creativity and communicate with confidence but as they grow and go to grades all this is just 2 to 5% of the education system the children are practically learning things that they will never use THINGS I LEARNED IN TEACHER’S COLLEGE Things I Learned in Teacher’s CollegeBy Evelyn Chiu. For most, the mere nine months of a typical teaching program seems to fly by. At the end of it, you wonder how all that learning took place in such a short period of time. Yet the ride was exhilarating and you are ready to embrace the opportunities ahead. RELATIONSHIPS AS A TEACHING TOOL Relational intentionality involves maintaining our authority while building relationships with students. It involves intentional actions with your students. You could think of it as if it were part of the instructional plan. It is a relationship that models respect and cordiality in ways that teach both. Relational intentionality is

making sure

THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can

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Originally published May 2021 This post is sponsored by Samsung Canada Even though we are looking forward to returning to normal, Canadian classrooms are likely to remain digital for most of this year. Whether it’s English class, science class, or an after school tutor session, the need for reliable, fast and affordable devices is a ABOUT US - TEACH MAGAZINE - TEACH MAGAZINEMENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEINGSHOPLEARNING STYLESASSESSMENT AND EVALUATIONSCIENCE Founded in 1993, TEACH Magazine delivers pragmatic tools and resources to K-12 educators everywhere. TEACH stands as an open forum for discussion supporting good teachers and teaching while promoting innovation in education. Being a teacher doesn’t mean you stop learning. TEACH is for you, the professional educator. We are not affiliated with any organization, federation, association, EDUCATOR BOOK REVIEWS Reviewed by Lorena Duran, Educator. Category: Teen/Junior Fiction, Anti-Bullying. Excerpt: Picture Me is told from the points of view of three girls, Krista, the victim, Chelsea, the bully, and Tessa, the bystander. All three girls have suffered traumatic events that led them to become a bully, be bullied, or be a defender. HOW TO MANAGE A DIGITAL CLASSROOM How to Manage a Digital Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, July/August 2015 Issue. By Anita Townsend. In a traditional model of teaching, the teacher is the source of knowledge. Learning is based on one-dimensional materials that are directly connected to curriculum content and skills. Today’s resources however, are

digital

DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM By Alex Van Tol . As a student in the Faculty of Education, I learned a little bit. I discovered how technology was changing the way students are taught in the classroom; I figured out how to approach the algorithm of multiplication from a variety of angles to accommodate different learning styles; I learned how to spend four hours labouring over a 30-minute lesson plan to introduce a picture TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

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DRUGS AND THE CLASSROOM: A TEACHER’S This is the kind of meaningful lesson from which our students learn. Our students are acutely aware of the consequences of drug abuse, such as jail. They need to be aware of the consequences that aren’t avoidable, such as losing yourself to that addiction and the lengths you will go to feed it. TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

HOW TO SHOW STUDENTS YOU RESPECT THEM By Alex Van Tol . As a student in the Faculty of Education, I learned a little bit. I discovered how technology was changing the way students are taught in the classroom; I figured out how to approach the algorithm of multiplication from a variety of angles to accommodate different learning styles; I learned how to spend four hours labouring over a 30-minute lesson plan to introduce a picture TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE That’s why I believe we need to incorporate Google Drive into our everyday teaching standards. It can serve as an invaluable time saver and support students’ writing process. Simply put, Google Docs is like an online version of the Microsoft Word suite, but it’s free THE PROBLEM WITH STANDARDIZED TESTING The high priority placed on standard assessments can be dangerous for teachers, and the quality of education they provide. They may be tempted to skew marks to be higher. Or, they could emphasize parts of the curriculum they know will be on tests and ignore portions that don’t often get evaluated. In these ways, traditional tests can WELCOMING REFUGEES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM Adele Rezai recalls a few girls opening the windows of her classroom saying, “Let’s get the air of (those) kids out.”. It happened quickly, as a class for students learning English was leaving and Rezai was preparing for her next—geography. In the 20 plus years she’s taught in Toronto, Rezai calls this one of the worst things

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TEACH Magazine is Canada's largest educational publication. With a pragmatic and hands-on approach, we're here to support teachers and teaching everywhere. Subscribe today! THE BENEFITS OF LARGE PRINT BOOKS The Benefits of Large Print Books. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2020 Issue. By Tasha Squires. As a librarian, there are certain moments that stick with me. When one of my students unexpectedly gave me a mutinous look, I knew it was the start of one of them. Bobby had always been an affable student, but

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TAKING STEM OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Taking STEM Outside the Classroom. Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2018 Issue. By Adam Stone. A survey by the National Association of Independent Schools found that 82 percent of high school students are sometimes or often bored in class. Todd Ablett has a simple solution: get them out of the classroom—and into

the workshop.

TEACHING WITH GOOGLE DRIVE I am like it, it is easy for student to communicate with their teacher and teacher can share good some information for them about tasks, Google drive is very useful, thanks, Google you have helped much more who needed some information in their life, Google I Love You, you are smart and hopeful , I will use Google to drive for teaching my

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TEACHING SILENT LETTERS As for words that begin with a silent g, there are a few common possibilities: gnome, gnat, gnu, gnarl, gnash, and gnaw (and their extensions e.g., gnarly, etc). The other words are less common: gneiss, gnomon (a marker on a sundial), gnostic, gnocci, gnotobiotic, and gnosis. There are however, over 200 words that begin with a silent

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Women In and Out of the Closet. By removing the phrase “male person” from the crime of gross indecency in 1954, the Canadian government declared sex between women a crime. HOW TO CREATE A POSITIVE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT Always model positive social skills such as empathy, tolerance, patience, problem-solving, and effective communication. Never forget that a person is not the same as their behaviour so never “label” them or marginalize them. Do regular check-ins with all of your students in short conferences. Use whole-class relaxation techniques. WHY EDUCATION MUST CHANGE Hello , I am an Early Years Practitioner and truly believe the present education system needs to change. I Teach British Curriculum where there are many scopes for children to think critically, enjoy creativity and communicate with confidence but as they grow and go to grades all this is just 2 to 5% of the education system the children are practically learning things that they will never use HOW TO SAVE YOUR VOICE: VOCAL HYGIENE FOR TEACHERS After you have those other aspects of vocal hygiene working together, you should focus on breathing. “If you aren’t breathing, you tense up,” Di Gironimo explains, thus straining the vocal cords which need to be relaxed to create sound. So, slow down your words to improve OPINION: WHY PARENTS DON’T RESPECT TEACHERS The reasons for this are surprisingly complex. First, parents are pushed for time. Often two parents are working, or a single parent is trying to cope (typically) on her own, and parents sometimes have to work two jobs or more to make ends meet. The result is that parents are often tired, frayed around the edges, with lots of repressed anger Monday / June 07, 2021

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