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ALT Schema activation strategies from mystery bags, to hierarchical concept maps, to anticipation guides, to vocabulary scavenger hunt.
ALT 18 tips for building positive relationships with students: smiling more, providing second chances, noticing struggles, sharing good news, being delighted, asking their opinion, etc.
ALT How to upgrade reading homework assignments--from specifying the objectives, to using the 52:17 ratio, to having students apply the readings in the next class.
ALT Bolstering Executive Function Tips. Examples: USE PROJECT CHECKLISTS Check out http://pblchecklist.4teachers.org/checklist.shtml. (Source: 4Teachers.org, H/T Valeska Gioia) SET TIMERS Start with 10 minutes of focus at a time. POST THE CLASS/ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Place this info in a spot that is visible to all learners. (Source: Gina DiTullio for Edutopia) WHERE TO SIT Have students sit away from high-traffic areas, with their backs to windows, peers, and corridors. TASK TREE A task tree is a visual strategy that will give the student step-by-step instructions on what needs to be done at the beginning of each class. Each step is shown from left to right or top to bottom and includes a picture and an arrow that connects the pictures (and steps). Breaking down a complicated task into smaller steps is a great way to give students the extra support they need to be prepared and ready to learn. (Source: Jack Hans, N2Y) -Todd Finley
ALT How to facilitate student-centered learning, from offering choice, to assessing interests, to varying approaches.
ALT Quote attributed to teacher Erin Jewell: "Anyone in education that is trying to do the best for kids is doing a fabulous job. You are making an impact, even if there isn't praise. Sometimes it's hard for people to look beyond the chaos of this moment to say thank you. So: Thank you."
