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Will Your Classroom Get Enough ‘Likes’? Teachers Feel the Social Media Pressure https://ow.ly/oqlc50UiGPz Based on research from the EdWeek Research Center, the article starts with this summary: “In the last two years, nearly a third of teachers say they have felt pressured to portray a certain image on social media when it comes to their teaching approaches, popularity with students, classroom decorations, or how they dress, according to a nationally representative online survey conducted this fall by the EdWeek Research Center.” Teacher’s ‘social media’ performance is something I have not thought much about, but this article in @Edweek (LIV SEE IF YOU CAN FIND THEIR USERNAME TO USE) has me thinking. If #teachers need to be concerned with their online profile, what does that say about their ability to push #innovative ways to teach if they are distracted by the need to ‘perform’ for #parents and their community vs. facilitating the #learning of their #students?

The EdWeek State of Teaching survey, which polled a nationally representative sample of nearly 1,500 teachers in October 2023, found that teachers with three to nine years of classroom experience have worse morale than their peers who have either more or less experience. They are also less likely than teachers in other stages of their careers to say they’d recommend their own children, or those of a loved one, pursue a career in teaching. Why is this, and what can we do about it? Find out: https://vist.ly/zvxn #Education #Teaching

Calling all PreK- 12 Classroom Teachers! 📢 I am conducting a short survey to support my work as a PhD student, which aims to gather valuable insight into teacher perceptions of student behavior in the classroom environment and teachers' perceived confidence in managing student behavior. Your input is appreciated whether you're an elementary, middle, or high school teacher. There are no benefits to you as a participant other than contributing to the furthering of research in understanding the current state of behavior in classrooms and how confident teachers are in managing that behavior. You may withdraw at any time without penalty.  📝 What to Expect: Survey Duration: Approximately 15 minutes Confidentiality: All responses are anonymous and will be used for research purposes only Purpose: To gather teacher insights that can help inform future educational practices. RAMP ID#: STUDY00000030 👉 Click the link to participate and share with your fellow teachers! Thank you for making a difference! 🙌 #TeacherVoices #ClassroomInsights #EducationMatters #StudentBehavior #SurveyForTeachers #ShareYourExperience https://lnkd.in/ewc99iTB

Happy Sunday! As the sun shines brighter and our calendars fill with summer plans, let's talk about a challenge many of us face but can navigate together: the summer slide. This isn't a myth; studies show that on average, students may slide back by two months in academic achievement over the summer months. But fear not! We have a plan. I'm thrilled to extend an invite to our Instagram Live, "Navigating Summer Slide: Effective Strategies for Principals, Educators, and Parents," featuring Claire Thomas from Early Intellect. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 11th at 7pm ET! We'll discuss practical, enjoyable ways parents can keep their children's literacy soaring over the summer - turning time off into time well-spent. Let's keep our students' achievements climbing, no matter the season. Share this with your network of educators and parents who might benefit. Are you ready to turn this summer into a season of recharging, learning, and fun? Drop a ☀️ in the comments or send a DM to let us know you'll join us! #PGCPS #mequelboldenconsulting #structuredliteracy #scienceofreading #elementaryprincipals #earlyliteracy

Illuminating the Path to Academic Success! I had the privilege of enlightening parents during our recent Parent-Teacher Conference, sharing the academic highlights of past session. It's always a joy to connect with parents and guardians, providing insights into their child's progress and the innovative approaches that were implemented to foster a love of learning. Key takeaways from our discussion included: - Academic achievements and milestones reached. - Upcoming projects and initiatives. - Strategies for supporting student success at home. Together, let's continue to empower our children to reach new heights! To Teachers and Students, Happy Holiday! 😂 #ParentTeacherConference #AcademicHighlights #EducationThroughCollaboration #EmpoweringStudents #TeachingAndLearning"

Imagine starting the school year without the struggle of daily homework battles, calls from school, disappointing progress reports and rocky social interactions. Enroll for the summer session for special savings. In just 3 months, your child can begin next school year with better behavior, focus and academic performance! Check out our research page to discover what's possible!: https://bit.ly/3ZMKtXg #brainbalancecenters #brainbalancesuccess #behavior #freshstart #makingbreakthroughspossible

How can you deepen student engagement, enhance intrinsic motivation, increase real-world application and improve wellbeing? Give students greater agency! I started implementing a few shifts last year in my DP Psychology classes and the results surprised me. Not only did the students reap all of the above benefits, but they did so while maintaining strong exam results. You can hear more in this podcast episode in which Kyle Wagner interviews me about implementing Agentic shifts within a prescribed, exam-based curriculum.

Academic success is about more than mastering content—it’s about creating the supportive environment that you would've wanted as a student. Here are 3 strategies to help students struggling in their coursework: Monitor Academic Performance: Use tracking tools to identify students who may need extra support and encourage them to use campus resources like tutoring. Regular Check-ins: Simple surveys and extra credit incentives for attending office hours can keep students engaged and help manage their stress levels. Foster a Sense of Belonging: Encouraging participation in campus activities and hosting informal “Meet the Faculty” events can build a community where students feel more comfortable seeking help. By implementing these approaches, educators can start making a meaningful impact on student performance and well-being. #HigherEducation #StudentSupport #AcademicSuccess

💡Want to know how to best support and serve students? Ask them and they’ll tell you!!🌟 Portland Public Schools and our integral alternative school partners are dedicated to centering the voices of our students. Over the past 5 years, we have focused on gathering feedback from students during countless interviews and visits across our alternative school network. These four priorities consistently rise to the top: 🎯 Personalization: Students want their learning experiences to integrate their specific interests & skills. They also want to be able to demonstrate their knowledge and growth in various ways. 👥 Relationships: Students appreciate the time to build connection and trust amongst school community members. This time is crucial to their well being, their sense of belonging and supports their progress in school! 📣 Empowerment: Students want to feel emboldened to express their needs, make decisions about their learning, and help inform their educational paths. 🔃 Flexibility: Students need flexible scheduling options and varied types of learning environments. So get out and ask students, “What is working, and what’s not?” Then heed their advice! It’s imperative, if we want to create inclusive and responsive environments that inspire ALL of our learners. Stay tuned for updates as we continue this important journey! <This is repost with edits> #StudentVoice #StudentPartnersInLearning #PPSDistrict  #InnovativeAltSchools

As an elementary educator, I’ve found that best practices often feel more effective than research-based strategies because they are rooted in lived experience and the dynamic realities of the classroom. Best practices emerge from what has worked consistently across diverse groups of students, refined through trial, error, and reflection. They are adaptable, responsive to real-time needs, and often incorporate the human element of teaching—relationship-building, empathy, and intuition. In contrast, while research-based strategies are invaluable for providing a solid foundation, they can sometimes feel distant or rigid, developed in controlled settings that don’t always mirror the complexities of everyday classroom life. Best practices, however, are grounded in practicality, allowing teachers to blend evidence-based methods with the flexibility to meet students where they are. Ultimately, the fusion of research and best practices ensures a balanced approach, but it’s often the wisdom gained through hands-on experience that resonates most deeply with both students and teachers.