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Look at the tan lines I got on the beach

I wish I was taught this way of finding the greatest common factor when I was in school: The Euclidean algorithm

Just know that the phrases “in it for the outcome, not the income” and “it’s for the kids” are just adorably clever ways of exploiting the fact that educators care deeply about their students, and guilt them into accepting that they are grossly underpaid and overworked.

What can principals do to support coaches? This article of mine in Principal Leadership on the topic was just released this week. nassp.org/publication/pr…

Follow these effective group work strategies to engage your students, support social emotional learning, and build creative problem solving skills. #profdev roomtodiscover.com/group-work-str…

Struggle is key to learning. @joboaler #edchat #SCL

The most common reason personalized learning initiatives fail: a disconnect between goals and implementation. @ChristensenInst christenseninstitute.org/blog/when-it-c…

Well-made adaptive learning platforms allow kids to learn through inquiry and experience. How can you choose the best one? roomtodiscover.com/personalized-l…

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For personalized learning to work, it can't be implemented as an afterthought. Learn how to incorporate it effectively using the Three Bridges framework: roomtodiscover.com/three-bridges-…

Encouraging students to be curious and creative prepares them for success in their adult lives. @SirKenRobinson

EdTech companies have created a number of platforms that gather data and personalize instruction. How can you know which is right for your school? roomtodiscover.com/personalized-l…

Do you know the six signs of a student-centered classroom? roomtodiscover.com/student-center…

Here's how visual modeling can help students gradually extend their understanding of integers and variables. #Maths #Math #MathChat

How can teachers balance the need to address standards with the need to engage our students? roomtodiscover.com/learning-objec…

What is Inquiry-Based Learning? And how can you make it work in your classroom? youtu.be/kQoxgYCdgj4

See for yourself how Room to Discover workshops are different from the PowerPoint PD you're used too. #profdev #CollaborativePD roomtodiscover.com/product/worksh…

Do you think grades motivate your students? Think again. #SELChat roomtodiscover.com/grading-system/

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Backwards design ensures that our efforts create the impact we desire. Whether you're planning lessons, curriculum, or even a new morning routine - Begin with the end in mind! Image courtesy of @ASCD