Amplify #2
The goal of the Amplify project is to share teacher voices. I’m doing this in order to practise creativity and media production, but more importantly I want to: to … Continue reading
Amplify #1
The goal of the Amplify project is to share teacher voices. I’m doing this in order to practice creativity and media production, but more importantly I want to: to … Continue reading
Smartboarding for Real
You finally got a SMART Board! Now what? Here are some things you might not do. Be the only one who uses it. It’s interactive. Give your students a turn, or even … Continue reading
10 Reasons to Refresh Your Lessons with Media Literacy in the New Year
I am really feeling the importance of teaching media literacy in my junior classroom. Media Literacy is so positively engaging, relevant, and cross-curricular. I’m hoping to pass on some inspiration. … Continue reading
A Case for Social Media in the Classroom
Let’s face it. Social Media is everywhere and a very appealing means of communication for students. While students may want to socialize, Social Media serves a far greater purpose. It … Continue reading
Unlocking Your Literacy Block
The following is an outline of my literacy block for this year. Key word is “outline”. My students and I want the security of routine, so I try to stick … Continue reading
September Set-up for Success
Here are five important actions you should take now to prepare yourself for the new school year: long range planning integration, over-planning your first term, communicating with parents and colleagues, … Continue reading
