This year, I have been focusing on creating a more student-centered classroom that provides opportunities for both student voice and choice. This vision started with…
Increasingly, schools across the nation are celebrating the achievements of African Americans year-round but Black History Month in February continues to be a helpful reminder…
Getting students to talk constructively about science concepts beyond, “Yeah, that’s cool!” can be quite difficult. One could argue that perhaps social media conversations have…
As educators, we aspire that students will leave our classrooms fully equipped with the skills they need to be successful, independent, life-long learners. To achieve…
Providing students with a voice is an important tool in creating an engaging classroom environment. As an elementary teacher, I’ve noticed that when my students…
When I was in college, the phrase, “student-centered” learning was big in the world of education. The concept resonated deeply with me. My favorite teachers…
