A Lesson on Empathy: Refugees and the UN Rights of a Child
During our staff meeting that afternoon, my colleagues and I learned our school had six new students who were Syrian refugees.
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Science Fairs: The Missing Piece of the Education Puzzle
I have always been interested in building things from scratch, so when I first heard about my school's science fair club, I signed up immediately.
What’s in a Name? Implicit Bias of ELL First Names
First names of English Language Learners, even for the most experienced and caring teacher, can evoke an implicit bias of which we must be aware.
Teaching in the Year of COVID: A Reflection
In-person instruction has been a common source of stress during what I have dubbed “The Year of COVID,” with instructions on how to teach changing by the second.
Techexpertise: The Digital Starter Kit
As teachers, we’ve been given the role to navigate what technology now looks like in our classrooms. At my school we have developed a model to support technology use.
Digital Pipeline: To Home and Back
Parents and caretakers are faced with helping their children navigate the digital world. As educators how do we support them?
Not Being Good Enough: The Price of Digital Citizenship
The digital world can either serve as a confidence-enhancer or self-esteem-suppressor, depending on how it is used.
Circadian Rhythms: Screens and Kids
I see sleepy kids every day in my 8th grade English class. Their heads are drooping. Their eyes are barely open. Their energy is low.
Over Your Head: Digital Barriers in the Classroom
It is widely accepted that digital tools and resources are vital to students’ success in the modern world. It is also widely believed that the only barrier to access is money.
No Brainer: AI in the Classroom
Many AI products impact and improve our daily lives. These AI technologies and products may be beneficial to the teachers in the classroom.