I hate giving notes in class. I've never like it. It seemed that some students went really fast and then waited around or started distracting others around them because they were board. Other students took forever to write the notes because they either had a learning disability, they were a ... READ the POST
Blended Learning in the Science Classroom
Why do Blended Learning?Blended Learning is a great way to incorporate different modes of learning so that you can reach more students and help them understand in the method that works best for them. It helps students learn about the topic through guided inquiry, group collaboration, and ... READ the POST
Lessons learned, Reflections of a secondary science teacher 2015
What Secondary Teachers have learned in 2015 I can't believe how quickly 2015 has come and gone. As teachers it is important to go back reflect on what works, what doesn't, and what needs a little enhancements. This year I am teaming up with some wonderful secondary teachers to share what we ... READ the POST
Flipped Classroom: Tips for your first flipped lesson
So you have decided to flip your class, now what? For many students, the flipped classroom model is a new concept. They are used to taking notes from a PowerPoint presentation that the teacher leads them through. They have never had to take notes from a video. If you want them to be successful ... READ the POST
Easily Integrate the Flipped Classroom Model in Science: Classroom Activities
The flipped classroom model is a great way to differentiate for your students, provide quick formative assessment feedback, and allow more time in your classroom for higher-level thinking activities. To help me in making my "flip" easier I came up with the acronym FIRE: Format, Interact, Reflect, ... READ the POST
Easily Integrate the Flipped Classroom Model in Science: Reflect on learning
Getting through all of your standards in the time frame set by your district can be difficult. The flipped classroom model can help. The flipped classroom model is a great way to differentiate for your students, provide quick formative assessment feedback, and allow more time in your classroom for ... READ the POST