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Beyond formulas: Embracing complexity in writing instruction

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Writing formulas are wicked As formulaic writing has become and remains prevalent in instruction and classroom writing activity, graphic organizers and structural guides, which were introduced as a tool to support acts of writing, have become a wicked problem of formula; the resource facilitating process has become the focus of product.

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Veterans Day for Kids: 19 Activities That Teach Honor

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Veterans Day, celebrated every year on November 11, is an opportunity for your class to honor real-life heroes, learn about the meaning of service, and have fun with hands-on activities. Beyond being enjoyable, these activities encourage meaningful discussions and deepen their understanding of the day.

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5 Steps to Update Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking and Authentic Learning in an AI Age

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If you’re like me, you have tried-and-true activities and assignments that you’ve relied on for many years. He recommends using this framework to guide your thinking: break down each assignment, project, or discussion board activity into disparate steps, then decide for which parts of the process AI use is appropriate.

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The Basics of Making a Curriculum for Homeschool Students

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Design exploratory science activities 5. Preschool: Full Year Curriculum {Plans and Printables} BUNDLE By Mrs Plemons Kindergarten Grades: PreK-K This bundle focuses on exposure to core subjects with summary pages, printables, and activity overviews. Every activity can be used with one or more students. Table of Contents 1.

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5 Steps to Update Assignments to Foster Critical Thinking and Authentic Learning in an AI Age

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If you’re like me, you have tried-and-true activities and assignments that you’ve relied on for many years. He recommends using this framework to guide your thinking: break down each assignment, project, or discussion board activity into disparate steps, then decide for which parts of the process AI use is appropriate.

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8th Grade ELA Teacher Essentials: 11 Top Teaching Tools

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Add accountability activities to your units 9. Once they’re used to writing a paragraph or two every day, writing five paragraphs for a standard essay won’t seem so daunting! Add accountability activities to your units Teachers don’t give grades — students earn them. Provide relevant reading materials 5.

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How to Make Online Learning More Engaging and Effective for Students

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There are proven tools, techniques, and activities that can enhance the engagement and effectiveness of online learning for students. Active, engaged learners retain information better, participate more fully, and develop a deeper understanding of the material. That’s true in traditional classrooms and also true in online settings.