Apr 27, 2026
It can ruin even the most carefully designed lessons: An activity you had planned takes way longer than you thought it would. Or worse, it takes way less time. And sometimes it can be both, with some students finishing a task in five minutes while others need half an hour. Getting classroom pacing just right is an art...
Apr 12, 2026
When a student behaves in a way that disrupts their own learning or someone else’s, our response is often limited to a reprimand or a punishment. While this usually stops the undesirable behavior for a while, it doesn’t often solve the problem long-term. What has longer-lasting impact is viewing the misbehavior as a...
Sep 7, 2025
Answering student questions is faster in the moment, but redirecting is better in the long run. The next time a student asks you a question, pause before answering and see if you can point them toward finding the answer themselves.
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Jul 30, 2025
If the thought of decorating your classroom fills you with anxiety, or if you're just ready to try something different, I have good stuff for you. In this episode, educator and author Tom Rademacher shares two simple activities he did at the beginning of every school year to get to know his students AND fill the walls...
May 27, 2025
While the shift to restorative practices should be improving student behavior, that's not happening in every school. Some teachers say the discipline systems at their schools have completely broken down, creating an environment where students do whatever they want with no consequences. This has made teachers feel...