Building a Positive Classroom Culture: The Role of Effective Classroom Management

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” William Butler Yeats This quote encompasses the essence of a classroom—a space not just for imparting knowledge but for igniting curiosity, fostering relationships, and nurturing growth. A positive classroom culture thrives only when a safe and inclusive space is cultivated. Effective … read more »

Introducing Women as Changemakers Using Multimedia Text Sets

On December 23, 1867, in Delta, Louisiana, Sara Breedlove was born, and she became a remarkable changemaker better known as Madam C.J. Walker. Her transformative contributions revolutionized African-American women’s hair care and cosmetic industries while establishing her as the first American woman to amass a million dollars. Modern-day changemakers such as Ketanji Brown Jackson and … read more »

Embrace the Fun of Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have tea with Winston Churchill, debate philosophy with Socrates, or hurtle into the 23rd century to see if flying cars have become a reality? Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day, celebrated annually on December 8, grants you a passport to explore these whimsical adventures. … read more »

Tech Tool of the Month: Fakebook (by Classtools.net) – Part 2

In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Fakebook. We discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework using Fakebook in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using this tool and shares classroom ideas.  Fakebook:  When you arrive at Fakebook, there are various options to add information. You can … read more »

Tech Tool of the Month: Fakebook (by Classtools.net) – Part 1

Fakebook allows students and teachers to create Fakebook pages (similar in design to Facebook). Profiles can be made about real or fictional people. You can include images, profile photos, friends, posts (that can be dated), and additional information. You can save a project (by creating a password) and return to work on it later, making … read more »