Archive for November 2018
Why You Need to Stop Overdosing on Whole Group
Most of us that were educated since the 1970’s (yes, I am that old!) remember sitting in a classroom with the teacher at the board (with chalk), and we dutifully followed along page-by-page, problem-by-problem. We can also remember classrooms where we really didn’t follow along…we passed notes, doodled, and talked. Times in classrooms have not…
Read MoreThree Favorite Things
It’s that time of year where everyone is making lists and checking it twice, so we thought we would toss out a few of our ERG Favorite Things. Children’s Literature What’s not to love here? Children’s books are not only designed to create a love of reading, but also are handy tools in classrooms…
Read MoreDear Empowered Teacher
Dear Empowered Teacher, We see you. You are quietly working away. You seek new information. You see obstacles as opportunities. You find joy in your work. You willingly seek collaborators. You are focused on the right things. You recognize the good in both students and colleagues. You know how to sway without breaking.…
Read MoreMythbusters: Differentiation Edition
With so many resources available for differentiation, why do we still struggle with implementing the ideas? We all tend to agree that one size fits all is not what works in our classrooms, and we also agree that we want to grow each and every student the best way we know how. So what gives?…
Read MoreERG Event: Building Vision for a Positive School Culture
Are you ready to rebuild your school culture? Spend a day with Sean Gaillard and ERG digging into leadership and vision: Building Vision for a Positive School CultureFebruary 12, 20198:30 – 3:30 This workshop is open to K-12 school leaders who want to learn how to positively impact their school through collaboration, innovation, and culture.…
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