I just read this article by David Guerin where he describes how they asked the teacher to reflect on a restaurant
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The Problem With “I Already Do That”
I often read the posts by David Geurin and this one really made me think. Because I recently was asked
Teaching Northern Ireland – Trouble and Conflict
It is difficult to talk about the Northern Ireland conflict without tying it to the ongoing Brexit negotiations. Therefore this
10 EXAMPLES OF GREAT CLASS BLOGS
The Edublogger has a post where they showcase 10 examples of class blogs and explain why blogging is a smart
Lesson plan; teaching; “THE HATE U GIVE”
Literature This lesson plan is from 2018, but the topic seems to be just as relevant today. The book is
Why Is Tech So Slow To Go?
I just read this article by Tom Whitby @tomwhitby. I think this is a common question among the educators I know
Leadership in education, maximizing leadership impact
Here are some thoughts on the impact of leadership dimensions on student outcomes from two well-known influencers in this area,
The Second Amendment …..the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
How to prepare for a debate “The Great Debaters” is an inspiring story of courage, creativity and resolve. The debate
What is Gerrymandering and is it anything like the UK voting system?
Gerrymandering Defined Gerrymandering, or the political process of arranging legislative districts to the advantage of a specific political, ethnic, racial,
How Congress Works | Congressman Tim Walberg
Oftentimes, people have questions about how Congress works. To help answer those questions, I have put together a list of
We have a plan – for everyone, everywhere! #globalgoals
This September it will be two years since the #GlobalGoals were adopted by world leaders at the UN in New York. This
If Only They Didn’t Speak English by Jon Sopel
Britain covets its special ties with the US, but a shared language makes us forget it is a foreign land,
#CHARLOTTESVILLECURRICULUM
Teachers: What has been going on in Charlottesville? Why did it happen there? Should we be worried? These are a
A Great Speech About Why America Isn’t Great Anymore (But Can Be Again)
What makes a country great? Watch the clip from the series “The Newsroom” and read the article below. Comment on
Up to speed. Out the door
Lesson plan Read through today’s five things and choose 1 item you think is significant and useful for your classmates to
