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  • March 1, 2021

    Let’s Chat About Chalk Talk

    Chalk Talk provides the opportunity for students to engage in silent conversations. Silent conversations allow students to take the time to consider new… Read More

  • February 22, 2021

    +1 Thinking Routine to Power-Up Your Classroom

    +1 Routine is very similar to the Take Note Routine that we highlighted in a previous post. This routine is used immediately following new learning or content. Read More

  • February 15, 2021

    ‘Take Note’ of this Thinking Routine

    Take Note is not the traditional note-taking or outlining of a lecture you may initially connect with. Instead, it promotes students to actively… Read More

  • February 4, 2021

    Incorporating Thinking Routines Into Instruction

    What are Thinking Routines? Thinking routines are essential for helping students develop a deep understanding of content. According to John Hattie’s research on… Read More

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    February 4, 2021

    Highlighting GWAEA Pilot Mental Health Support Initiatives

    Grant Wood Area Education Agency's Chief Administrator John Speer presented to a joint meeting of the Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations Subcommittees… Read More

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    January 27, 2021

    Using Socratic Seminar in a Hybrid Environment

    Recent times have forced the landscape of our classrooms to evolve. The question I often ask myself is, "Will we ever go back?" I don't… Read More

  • January 13, 2021

    Concerned About Your Child’s Development? Early ACCESS Can Help

    Many parents often ask questions about their child’s growth and development. As parents, it can be scary not knowing what to look for… Read More

  • December 15, 2020

    Empowering Students: Utilizing Flipgrid for Student Feedback Teams

    Over the last month, we have discussed how students can become more engaged, self-directed, and responsible for their learning. We’ve shared ideas of how to… Read More

  • December 8, 2020

    Empowering Students: Student Feedback Teams

    In a time when we are feeling overconnected to our devices and disconnected from one another, it is immensely important to establish and foster the… Read More

  • November 17, 2020

    Empowering Students: Utilizing Portfolios as a Self-Assessment

    Self-assessment may be one of the most overlooked super powers our students need to succeed.  When students understand the learning objectives and the standards and… Read More