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16 Creative Maths Assessment and Maths Review Ideas
Hearing the phrase ‘maths assessment’ doesn’t often bring excitement to students – or even teachers for that matter. But maths assessment doesn’t need to be boring or time consuming – it can actually be fun! Keep reading for 16 creative ways to help spice up maths assessment and maths review in your learning space.
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Using Intentional Questioning in the Classroom to Encourage Deeper Thinking
Encouraging students to think deeply and creatively about the content we teach is beneficial in so many ways. It causes them to stop and reflect on the information, and it encourages them to be more thoughtful and independent in their learning. One useful way to start is by being intentional with the questions we ask.
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An Open Letter to New Teachers: Encouragement for Your First Year in the Classroom
You’ve worked so hard to get to this point, and you’ve made it this far. A world of possibility lies before you. This is such an exciting stage, and you have so much to look forward to – but there are a few things you need to know.
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How To Use Student Choice Boards for ELA Assessment
Assessing English Language Arts (ELA) can be quite a challenge. There’s so much to cover and it’s hard to know where to start. Well, let me share a strategy with you that will be able to make your ELA assessments a little easier.
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List of Christian Songs and Readings to Help You Process a Miscarriage
Experiencing a miscarriage can be a traumatic and isolating experience. As a Christian, events like this can shake our faith. I found the following songs and readings to be a helpful reminder to turn to God through the heartache of my miscarriage, and I pray that you will find some comfort and support through these…
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Where is God in My Miscarriage?
There are moments in life where words cannot express the sorrow and heartbreak. This is one of those moments. Yet, I sit here attempting to do the impossible.
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8 Simple Ways to Get Students Collaborating More in the Classroom
We live in a very individualistic culture, and children are constantly presented with opportunities to compete with others. So, how can we, as teachers, focus on promoting cooperation over competition? Here are 8 simple strategies that you can use to promote a more collaborative environment in your classroom.
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Cupcakes, Princesses & Fairy Wands: A Reflection on Dress-Up Days
I remember when I had the privilege of being called in for relief work on what happened to be a free choice dress-up day in a girls’ school. There is something fascinating about how merely wearing different clothes to school completely changes the atmosphere. I was in a reception class for the day and we…
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6 Simple Ways to Combine English and Maths in Your Teaching
To prioritise English or to prioritise Maths – that is the question. But what if there was a way to spend time covering both at once? Well, there is.
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