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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 20d

Sometimes you want quiet in the classroom. Other times, you want to hear students talking! 💬 Try these activities from @mirplo.bsky.social to invite participation.

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3 Strategies to Increase Student Participation

Many teachers report lower levels of participation in the past couple of years. These vocal and nonvocal strategies may get students to contribute in class.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Sep 7

According to research on decision making, teachers make 1500 decisions a day. That’s about 3 decisions a minute—so how can you lighten your cognitive load? 🧠

This lesson planning approach from @mirplo.bsky.social can help you avoid burnout *and* improve learning outcomes.

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Small Steps to Simplify Lessons Can Have a Big Impact in the Classroom

Cognitive overload—when the mental work of a lesson exceeds students’ abilities—can be reduced or avoided, helping to improve learning outcomes.

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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · Sep 2

New: HOW CLASSROOM COACHES HELP TEACHERS SUCCEED.

Great coaching isn’t about authority—it’s about empathy, trust, clear goals and shared growth. When done well, it strengthens teachers, students, and schools, writes @mirplo.bsky.social. #edusky #educoach #T2Tchat

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The Prepared, Patient, and Persistent Instructional Coach

For instructional coaches to succeed, they need empathy, adaptability, and a toolbox of actionable strategies. Miriam Plotinsky offers keys to being effective.

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Aug 25

Thanks, Vicki! And love the pod! 😊

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Aug 24

If you missed my webinar with @ascdofficial.bsky.social on habit stacking student engagement, check it out here!

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Build the Engagement Ladder: Habit Stacking for Classroom Participation Success

Join us for an important conversation with Miriam Plotinsky as she presents actionable strategies from her latest book, Small but Mighty: How Everyday Habits Add Up to More Manageable and Confident Te

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Aug 24

Thanks Kristen! 😊

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 23

@mirplo.bsky.social outlines a few back-to-school night tweaks to help you build strong partnerships with the people who know students best! edut.to/4lAmdBy

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“Time is always a rare commodity, a reality that could not be more true for back-to-school night. With only minutes to connect with and inspire the people who are most influential in our students’ lives, every second counts. By moving away from logistics and celebrating instruction, we can seize this rare opportunity to show families and caregivers exactly what it’s like to be a student in our classrooms.” —Miriam Plotinsky, Instructional Specialist

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 20

Back-to-school night can be more than sharing basic logistics—it’s an opportunity to create a shared love for learning! 📙🧡

@mirplo.bsky.social shares ways to connect with families and open lines of communication for the upcoming year.

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An Engaging Approach to Back-to-School Night

Teachers have only a few minutes to begin to forge relationships with families. Try sharing classroom logistics in advance to save that time for high-level priorities.

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Aug 20

Today is the day! Join us as we talk about how to habit stack student engagement!

ascdofficial @ascdofficial.bsky.social · Aug 13

📣 Webinar: Build the Engagement Ladder
🗓️ Aug 20 | 1 PM ET
Join Miriam Plotinsky to learn how small habits can spark big gains in student engagement.
🎟️ Register: iste.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 24

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 23

Join me on August 20 as I present a webinar in collaboration with @ascdofficial.bsky.social for their Transformational Leadership Series!

Register here: information.ascd.org/webinars

ASCD Transformational Leaders Series

A webinar series focused on elevating learning experiences.

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 11

Thanks for these ideas. I also really like that it gets people up and moving!

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 10

That sounds amazing, Alex! Any particular activities you like to use?

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 9

This is so cool, Chris! Thanks so much for sharing this!

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 9

Thanks so much, Brett! This is phenomenal!

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 9

I’m writing an article for @edutopia.org about making the most of Back to School Night. Teachers, share some of your favorite ways to show families and caregivers what it’s like to be a student in your class! Feel free to reply to this thread or DM. Thanks!

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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · Jul 7

9 HABIT-STACKING TIPS FOR LOW-KEY SUMMER PREP

You need your break! Don’t fill your summer ruminating endlessly about lessons and classes to come. Instead try Miriam Plotinsky's “habit stacking” strategy to prep for next school year. #edusky @mirplo.bsky.social

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9 Habit-Stacking Tips for Low-Key Summer Prep

Miriam Plotinsky outlines habit stacks that can set educators up for success in the approaching school year without taking away from the glory of summer break.

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 2

Had a great time learning and chatting with colleagues at the @ascdofficial.bsky.social 2025 annual conference!

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 2

Thank you!! 😊

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Kristen Engle @msengleteach.bsky.social · Jul 1

Loved getting to see one of my dear educator friends, @mirplo.bsky.social, present to a standing room only audience this morning at the @ascdofficial.bsky.social/@isteofficial.bsky.social conference! Fabulous job, my friend! 👏🏻💖 #educatorssupportingeducators #unofficialPRperson #ISTELive #ASCDannual

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Jul 1

⭐ COMING SOON! ⭐

We're building a space on Edutopia.org where you can pose (and answer!) questions for your peers...

...and we need your help to launch it! You’ll get exclusive early access and a gift card as thanks for your time.

Express your interest here: bit.ly/45LqVbt

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jul 1

So great meeting you in person!

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Paige Tutt @tatertutt.bsky.social · Jul 1

First day of #ISTELive was fabulous! Learning a lot! 📈

Went to an amazing session where I ran into @mrsuteachestech.bsky.social. Introduced a bunch of educators to @edutopia.org and met lots of Edutopia fans. Got to spend time w/ @mirplo.bsky.social, too.

Excited for what day 2 has in store!! 🤩

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Kristen Engle @msengleteach.bsky.social · Jun 30

A highlight of the @ASCD/@ISTEofficial conference is FINALLY meeting a fantastic educator friend, @mirplo.bsky.social, that I’ve connected and collaborated with virtually for a few years now in person! #ASCDannual #ISTELive

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Miriam Plotinsky @mirplo.bsky.social · Jun 30

Great to see you!

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