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May 3, 2023
Wrapping Up a Fruitful Year with Pear Deck!
It’s hard to believe that we’re quickly approaching the end of another school year. Hopefully it’s been a truly "fruitful" year full of… Read More
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March 23, 2023
Interactive Video Comprehension
Using video in our classrooms is no new concept. In fact, video (or film) has been used for decades as… Read More
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March 15, 2023
Digital Learning Day 2023
As we celebrate Digital Learning Day this year, we love seeing and hearing about the wonderful things going on in… Read More
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February 23, 2023
Building Models with Gallery Walks
The important practice of creating models brings life to content and concepts that are part of the Iowa Core Science Standards. When students… Read More
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February 17, 2023
Exit Tickets Revisited
Exit tickets have been used by many for quick formative assessment at the end of class. They are a final question that covers… Read More
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February 15, 2023
Feedback for Learning
Feedback is a crucial component of the learning process. It helps students understand what they know and what they need to improve. However,… Read More
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February 7, 2023
Try It, Talk It, Color It, Check It
“Try It, Talk It, Color It, Check It” is a powerful strategy that ties in a variety of instructional strategies. It provides the… Read More
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January 9, 2023
Adding Audio to Pear Decks to Support Students
Want to continue to make Pear Deck even more engaging and empowering? Using the “Add Audio” feature within Pear Deck is an amazing… Read More
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December 19, 2022
The Importance of Student Discourse in the Classroom
Student discourse, or the act of students engaging in discussions and conversations with their peers and teachers, is a crucial aspect of the… Read More
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December 16, 2022
Firm Goals, Flexible Means (Winter 2023)
Set your students up for success! We know our students (regardless of age) are individuals with different learning needs and preferences. As they work towards… Read More