Does this sound familiar. It's the point in the lesson when it's time to give the students the basic information about the topic. You create this great presentation. It has all the information the students need to know including checks for understanding. You set aside 15 minutes during ... READ the POST
The Purpose of School
I have a confession, I am a science teacher that does not care if my students learn science. I began my teaching career over 16 years ago, before they had standards. I had set topics that I had to teach but more freedom on how to teach them. My students learned through inquiry and ... READ the POST
The Teacher Facilitator: The new way to teach
What I consider the "typical" teacher style starts with the teacher giving the students the notes, usually through a PowerPoint, and then doing some type of worksheet to practice the information from the notes. The students then go home and do another worksheet for practice. The whole ... 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
Six Exciting Winter Science Activities For Middle School
Winter is the perfect season to mix science with seasonal cheer! Dive into these fun winter science activities that will keep your students entertained while learning a thing or two. Gingerbread Genetics: Creating the Ultimate Gingerbread Man Get ready for a tasty genetics lesson! ... READ the POST
Guided Inquiry with Thinglink Examples
Twenty-first-century learning is about helping students become life-long learners. Students need to be able to gather information on their own. This is a skill that needs to be taught. One way I do this is by having students do a guided inquiry using the site thinglink.com. With ... READ the POST