Mental health is a topic that affects us all, yet it still carries a heavy weight of stigma and silence, especially within the classroom. Even as adults, we often spend so much of our time just trying to “fit in” and be “normal”. Of course, this is even more so for our students who are… Continue reading Breaking the Stigma: How to Encourage Open Conversations About Mental Health in the Classroom
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Using the Katie is a Teacher Introduction to Twelfth Night In Your Class
Are you teaching William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night? Are you worried about how to get your students excited about Shakespeare while also ensuring they’re ready to learn? Teaching Shakespeare can be a daunting task. It was always my favourite as a student (maybe that’s why I became an English teacher), but I know I was definitely… Continue reading Using the Katie is a Teacher Introduction to Twelfth Night In Your Class
Revolutionize Your Teaching: Mastering the Art of Feedback
Are you tired of the same old teaching tools, methods, and strategies you seem to have been doing forever? Are you ready to break into a new level of excellence and innovation in your classroom? If so, it's time to embrace the power of feedback. Not the same old "here's your test back with a… Continue reading Revolutionize Your Teaching: Mastering the Art of Feedback
The Secret Formula to Make Teaching Theme Fun and Engaging for High School Students
Are you tired of watching your students zone out during lessons on theme? It can be a difficult concept for many students to understand, and it certainly doesn’t help if our lessons are dull. Sometimes teaching theme can feel like trying to nail jelly to a wall. Many high school students struggle with this abstract… Continue reading The Secret Formula to Make Teaching Theme Fun and Engaging for High School Students
Using the Katie is a Teacher Sideways Stories From Wayside School Chapter Questions In Your Class
Are you teaching Louis Sachar’s Sideways Stories from Wayside School? Are you worried your students are having a great time reading or listening to the stories, but not building their reading comprehension skills? Having fun while also keeping students accountable can be tricky. The stories in Sideways Stories from Wayside School are great to read… Continue reading Using the Katie is a Teacher Sideways Stories From Wayside School Chapter Questions In Your Class
Tips for Teaching Grammar
Teaching grammar is an important part of any English language course, but it can be a daunting task for some teachers who may not always be confident in their own grammar knowledge, let alone their ability in teaching it to their students. Luckily, there are a few steps, strategies, and tools that teachers can take… Continue reading Tips for Teaching Grammar
The Science Behind Taking Effective Notes: Unlock Your Students’ Learning Potential
Okay, I want you to stop reading for just a second and take a minute to imagine a classroom buzzing with excitement as students write down their notes, pens flying across their notebooks eagerly, pages flying to try to get it all down. Personally, I'm brought back to my grade eleven Social Studies class; fervently… Continue reading The Science Behind Taking Effective Notes: Unlock Your Students’ Learning Potential
From Cultural Appreciation to Appropriation: Teaching Students to Distinguish the Fine Line
Imagine walking into a classroom where students are not only tolerant of other cultures, but also genuinely appreciate and respect their practices. Where cultural diversity is not just acknowledged, but celebrated. Where the fine line between cultural appreciation and appropriation is understood and upheld. Sounds like an ideal educational setting, right? In this post, we… Continue reading From Cultural Appreciation to Appropriation: Teaching Students to Distinguish the Fine Line
How to Make Teaching Division Fun
Division is a complex mathematical operation that requires a solid understanding of numbers and their relationships. Many students struggle with division because of its abstract nature, and it can be difficult for teachers to find effective ways to present the concept in a way that is easy to understand and engaging for students. Division is… Continue reading How to Make Teaching Division Fun
Why Teacher Wellness Matters More Than Ever and How to Prioritise It
In today's fast-paced and demanding educational landscape, teachers are facing unprecedented challenges. The weight of our responsibilities, coupled with the mounting pressure to meet academic demands and support student well-being, has taken a toll on our own well-being. Now, more than ever, we must recognize the significance of teacher wellness and prioritise self-care. This post… Continue reading Why Teacher Wellness Matters More Than Ever and How to Prioritise It
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