I was teaching a unit on medieval Japan and we were exploring the lives of Japanese uji, or noble families.… Read more Deepening Understanding Through Fashion
Tag: middle school
Rich Learning Experiences
One of the strategies I enjoy employing in my class is the use of creative culminating assessment projects. Dr. Douglas… Read more Rich Learning Experiences
In Assessment, Zero Can Still Be a Hero
According to grade guru Ken O’Connor, in his book A Repair Kit for Grading, “grades are broken when they include… Read more In Assessment, Zero Can Still Be a Hero
Valentine’s Day – Another Dress Down Day, Another Opportunity to Take Advantage
This is come off as a little crazy, but bear with me… Dress down days at school can be fun,… Read more Valentine’s Day – Another Dress Down Day, Another Opportunity to Take Advantage
Movies in the Classroom – 5 Things
It is easy to dismiss movies as a way teachers build in breaks for themselves. But, when used correctly and… Read more Movies in the Classroom – 5 Things
Don’t Put a Holiday Countdown in your Classroom
It’s just a few weeks until my school’s Christmas break. But, if I can help it, my students will never… Read more Don’t Put a Holiday Countdown in your Classroom
JFK Assassination Google Doc Project
Each year, around the 22nd of November, I put my U.S. history class on hold and I introduce my middle… Read more JFK Assassination Google Doc Project
Student Anxiety Survey – Results and Analysis
Maybe it was the first time I actually noticed it, but this year it seemed like more students than normal… Read more Student Anxiety Survey – Results and Analysis
Dealing with an Artful Dodger
I recently stumbled across a new category of student – I call them Artful Dodgers. With apologies (but no royalties)… Read more Dealing with an Artful Dodger
Middle School – A Time to Push Students Forward or Hold Them Back?
Recently I visited my son’s pre-k classroom for the back-to-school night. As I watched my son’s teacher talk about her… Read more Middle School – A Time to Push Students Forward or Hold Them Back?
Educational Exploits 