IRA always has something to offer in the way of understanding the world of education. This year more than any other, it concentrated on trying to make sense of — or as I kept hearing, “unpack”– the Common Core State Standards. The implementation of the CCSS was on everyone’s mind. The fact that IRA advertised … Continue reading CCSS at IRA 2012
I suppose one way to get a “crash course” in teaching English Language Learners is to go to them. I had just that opportunity last year, when I traveled to Slovakia to teach English for two weeks. In our classes, we had students of all ages, at all stages in their process of learning English. … Continue reading ESL – Another Perspective
The Olympic Games are coming up! This summer, a very special global community will come together in London and make athletic history. And now, you have an opportunity to introduce your students to that community. The Olympic Games are full of teachable moments. They’ve got it all: diverse cultures and traditions, opportunities to break down … Continue reading The Olympics in Your Classroom
If a book wins an award, you might feel more comfortable recommending it to your students for book reports or just reading for fun. What about this year’s Newbery and Prinz award winners? Do you think you might want to add them to your classroom library? Read on and see if I can help you … Continue reading Award Winning Books: The Newbery and Prinz Award Winners