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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 5h

How do you share students' learning with their families?

Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 15h

Scaffolding can help your Ss build to success in ELA – or in whatever subject you teach!

Check out this guide, via @unboundedu.bsky.social: unbounded.org/wp-content/u...

First page of instructions includes information on the purpose and use of scaffolds.

Second page of instructions includes a breakdown of Step 1 of the scaffolds protocol: Determining which aspects of a task may challenge your students.

Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 19h

When's the last time you stopped and gave yourself a round of applause for your hard work and accomplishments? 👏👏👏

If it's been a minute, T @mmewagstaff.bsky.social wants you to stop and do it now:

"Teaching can be so hard sometimes, especially when you aren't recognized for your hard work and accomplishments. Here's to all the teachers who are doing awesome things inside and outside their classrooms every day!" —Teacher Denise Wagstaff

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 1d

From 🤪 to 🥱 – when big feelings present themselves in the classroom, T Hillary Seides know how to support Ss in dealing with them:

www.instagram.com/p/DN1YfPaYtiL/

(Inspiration via T teachingwithoutfrills on IG)

Anchor chart that reads, "Strategies I can use when I feel ... [silly, mad, frustrated, bored, etc]". Below is a list of practices (i.e. "Calming corner," "Take deep breaths," etc.)

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 1d

🧩 What's the missing piece that completes any lesson?
#TeacherVoice

Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 1d

The first step to fostering Ss' self-belief?

Letting them know how much you expect of them, says educator Kareem Farah:

Hold students to high expectations. It isn't easy. They will feel like it isn't fair. But over time it will become intrinsic. They will have a newfound belief in themselves and set their own high expectations." —Educator Kareem Farah

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 2d

Individual connection-building can be this simple:

Via educator Gina Stabile

"Make a personal comment to every student who walks into the classroom at least once a week. Compliment something, ask a follow up about something, give a piece of praise for something you noticed in a previous lesson. Make every student feel like they are #1." —Educator Gina Stabile

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 2d

How do you encourage Ss to see – really see – their challenges and their progress?

For T Eileen Ng, the answer is visual: www.edutopia.org/article/repr...

Visual rubric shows a student's performance according to five learning objectives.

Visual rubric shows a student's performance on six skills, mapped out on a weblike graph.

Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 2d

These leveled sentence stems from @bsmitheducator.bsky.social encourage Ss to keep moving toward more and more complex thoughts:

#TeacherHack

Social Studies Leveled Sentence Stems handout includes mild, hot, and fire sentence stems. Respective examples: "This reminds me of ...," "I understand what you are saying, but I think ...," "The effect of ... was ... This is important because ..."

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 3d

What does a productive student data conversation look like to you?

#EduSky

Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 3d

With this approach, educator Eric Osborne is betting on quick and effective self-assessment:

"This year, I’m trying something different. Every kid will have poker chips on their desk. Green means everything is good. Yellow means they have a small question. Red means they’re totally lost. Blue means they want a 1 on 1. This way, I can look out at any time and get a feel for how the class as a whole is doing." —Educator Eric Osborne

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 3d

There's no one-size-fits-all to S engagement – but something in this list from educator @leeannjung.bsky.social and @ascdofficial.bsky.social is sure to work in your classroom!

#EduSky

A graphic titled "Strategies for Engagement via educator Lee Ann Jung and ASCD" features a list of 10 practices, such as "1. Start by connecting with students using positive interaction." Accompanying each practice on the right are bullet points that provide more specific steps.

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 4d

What do you look for when visiting a fellow teacher's classroom?

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 4d

This practice, from educator Wendy Fry, sends the message: It's OK to take your time with a learning challenge!

#TeacherSky

"When students are struggling with a new concept, I use 'Pause Button Days,' as in, 'Students! We aren’t going to move on today. It’s a Pause Button Day. We are going to keep practicing this skill until we have it down pat. Anyone who wants a refresher, come join me.'" —Educator Wendy Fry

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 4d

Your advocacy, worry and love never stop mattering!

(Reminder via educator Shonda Hobbs) #TeacherSky

"Once they enter my classroom, they are not just my students for the year but for life. I will be advocating for them and worrying about them even after they move on." —Educator Shonda Hobbs

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 5d

Stick with those connections, Ts – especially when they feel challenging!

(Inspiration via T @liviachan.bsky.social)

"It takes patience, resilience and relentlessness to reach that kid. These are children who need us most: our love, connection, grace and understanding. Don't know where to start? Begin with the next interaction. Intentionally make them feel loved and cared for." —Teacher Livia Chan

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 5d

This note-taking format encourages Ss to pay attention to the 📖 and to their 🧠s!

Via T theliteracydive (on Instagram):

#EduSky

Double-entry journal page shows two columns of notes, labeled "From the text ... " and "From my mind ... "

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 6d

When T @marcusluther.bsky.social wants to know how Ss are feeling about his class, he asks!

Check out this monthly survey he shares with learners:

Screenshots of survey includes places for students to rate their experience, a word bank and a place for them to explain their answers.

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 6d

What's one routine you do to ensure a great start to the school day?

Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 6d

Reminder: In moments of chaos, Ss take their cues from you!

#EduSky

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 7d

What's your go-to plan for getting to know student families?

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 7d

Why use scaffolding in your math classroom? According to @unboundedu, scaffolds ...

● Help students manage cognitive load
● Preserve grade-level rigor
● Offer support as students approach independent proficiency

More here: unbounded.org/wp-content/u...

#ITeachMath

A table titled, "Math Examples of Task Presentation Scaffolds."

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 7d

The most powerful #PD can come from the Ss themselves, reminds T @why-edify.bsky.social

"That student who challenges you most? They may be your greatest teacher of patience, empathy and persistence." —Teacher Jeremy Jorgensen

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 8d

By providing a little think time up front, educator @xpateducator.bsky.social sets Ss up for vibrant class conversations!

Check it out:

"Think, Pair, Share" graphic includes paragraphs about what the strategy is and why it's useful, plus a flow chart with instructions for each step.

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Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · 8d

What's your favorite question you've heard from a student?