I took a risk this week. While I am comfortable empowering learners with choice and autonomy on a regular basis, this time felt different. I admit that I was nervous about losing control, that learners would get off task, that I would be negatively judged by district administration sitting in the room. Perceived Challenges The […]
As a coach, you may have a couple of cheerleaders, fans who support the changes you are trying to make, eager to try to implement the strategies you introduce to teachers. It is affirming to work with these educators. These are the teachers who thank you for coming into their classroom. Their faces light up […]
As I speak with educators regarding innovation in classrooms for the benefit of students, I often hear the phrase, “Yeah, but…” Educators work within systems which contain policies and constraints. It is vital that we remain grounded, aware of the realities surrounding our work. At the same time, our students live in the world of […]
I have been reflecting on what makes for a successful first day of school. As we consider this, it is vital that we take into account the students themselves. For a student, the first day of school in a new classroom can cause excitement or anxiety, inspiration or boredom. What do you want your students […]
At a department meeting this spring, our supervisor asked our team of educational leaders an important question. “How do you define success in your role?” We often ask similar questions regarding our students, “What will success look like in our content area? How will we determine mastery of learning goals?” But how often do we […]
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