Ashley Bush

Researchers at MIT have questioned whether SMART goals (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, time-bound) actually work. They suggest we might get better outcomes if we make our goals FAST (frequently discussed, ambitious, specific and transparent) not SMART.

Kids are not just being educated by school. They’re being educated by the world.

ATTN TEACHERS: When looking for the best technology for your classroom remember the three most essential things usability, accessibility, and price.

Educators can use these seven criteria to assist in deciding which edtech options might work best for their needs: •Usability •Core curriculum concepts •Training options •Accessibility •Price •Interest to students •Long-term benefits  esparklearning.com/blog/evaluate-…

🔍 Evaluating media? Remember these six criteria: 1. Authority 2. Accuracy 3. Objectivity 4. Currency 5. Coverage 6. Appearance Check them all before trusting! #DigitalLiteracy

So excited to be taking the LETRS professional development course this fall. I have heard nothing but amazing things! lexialearning.com/letrs/early-ch…

Also thankful for my smart board. It is such a helpful way to incorporate different online resources into lessons!

I appreciate how the kids in my class have access to their iPads, where they can use learning tools like iready and imagine math. I can track their progress so I know what I need to reteach!

To evaluate media materials we could ask -Who created the work? How current is the information? Has there been time to understand the topic? What purpose was it created? Is it authentic? Is it biased? Thanks for the information @Concordia

I am excited to be able to participate in the LETRS professional development learning course this fall! I know diving deeper into the Science of Reading will make me a better first-grade teacher for my students!

Are you going to review future tenses with your students? Will you find some fun and creative ways to do it? Here are some activities you can use the next time you want to talk about the things that are yet to come. busyteacher.org/16594-how-to-t…

What a fantastic way to engage students in your word wall! @Alabama_Reading working for Early Childhood❤️

To read more about developing executive function skills through play, check out the article "Building Executive Function Skills Through Games: The Power of Playful Learning" in the Summer 2024 issue of Young Children. naeyc.org/resources/pubs…

@KellumE7 @NAEYC @MallorieSim88 yes! kids need a way to get their energy out!

@NAEYC @MallorieSim88 I love the use of Jumping Feet games! A great way to use some energy and also work on memorization!

Excited about the impact of the Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI)! This program is enhancing literacy skills and boosting student achievement across the state. Current resources I find beneficial may be found here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/… #AlabamaEducation #LiteracyMatters #ARI

Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative (AMSTI) is strengthening STEM classrooms throughout Alabama. The organization believes that teachers can "learn by doing" and in turn create more hands-on opportunities for their students. #AMSTI

Alabama Connecting Classrooms, Educators, & Students Statewide (ACC ESS) provides students with AP classes & other courses that might not be available at their school for free! This promotes student achievement by allowing students to have “access” to classes beyond their school.

Shoutout to The Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative (AMSTI) for supporting STEM! They help our students to get hands on learning through their in-class STEM activities! This is helping raise achievement scores as well as creating more interest in math and science!

@matt61772 Love iReady! Great job with your 4th graders!

I csn't begin to express my love for iReady! Their assessment and scaffolding tools have helped me TREMENDOUSLY as a first year teacher. My 2023-2024 4th graders had the highest growth in Reading in the entire school! Over 230%! Check them out at curriculumassociates.com