Teaching Grit Cultivates Resilience and Perserverance
TeachersTeacher CafeOne fifth- grade teacher from New Hampshire is putting the idea of teaching grit into action. Students learn ideas about grit while they set and work toward their own goals. All the while, learning valuable lessons and overcoming frustration and distraction.
5 Must-Watch Documentaries on Education
TeachersEducationTeacher CafeIf you are seeking out new and unique perspectives on what education means around the world, these films are for you.
Why I Got Rid of My Teacher's Desk
TeachersTeacher CafeDoes moving or getting rid of a teacher's desk change the classroom dynamic? The article by Matthew R. Morris gives you a glimpse into a classroom without a teacher's desk.
My Maps- Create and Edit Maps in Google Drive
TeachersTeacher CafeTechnologyMy Maps makes it easy to create simple custom maps with up to three layers on them. With My Maps enabled in Google Apps, students and teachers will be able to create, save and edit maps from their Google Drive dashboards.
60 Ways To Use Twitter In The Classroom By Category
TeachersTeacher CafeTechnologySocial media offers some great opportunities for learning in the classroom, bringing together the ability to collaborate, access worldwide resources, and find new and interesting ways to communicate in one easily accessible place.
Mr. Glue Stories- An Interactive and Recordable Story App
TeachersReadingTeacher CafeMr. Glue Stories is an entertaining new story app that allows you to create one-of-a-kind adventures, which can be personalized to include names, artwork and voice. When it is finished, the masterpiece can be saved and then shared with teachers, family and friends.
Sir Ken Robinson: Creativity Is In Everything, Especially Teaching
TeachersCreativityTeacher CafeWhat is Creative Teaching? The nature of creativity is how it relates to the idea of intelligence in the arts, the sciences and other areas of human achievement. There are two concepts to keep in mind: imagination and innovation.
Note Taking Skills For 21st Century Students
TeachersTeacher CafeWritingNote taking skills aren't just automatic. We tell students "take notes" but they have no idea what that means. What makes "good notes". What do they write down? How should notes look?
Dear Water: You Are a Blessing
TeachersEnvironmentTeacher Cafe"Dear Water" is a poem written by Kenyan Schoolgirls and it's absolutely beautiful. It's an ode of gratitude to the recently drilled borehole in their community, which has freed up their time to attend school instead of walking long distances to fetch water.
Unlocking the Secret of Student Satisfaction
TeachersMental HealthTeacher CafeThe publication of the National Student Survey (NSS) results always prompts a renewed interest in aspects of the student experience. This was especially true this year, as the NSS included the first cohort to graduate since the 2012 tuition fee reforms, allowing us to see the impact of higher fees on student satisfaction.
12 Fun Speaking Games For Language Learners
TeachersGamingSpeakingTeacher CafeHave you ever asked a question to your English language class, only to be answered with complete silence and blank stares? At one point every English teacher has had the struggle of encouraging students to speak.
Stress Reduction Techniques for Teachers (in 10 Minutes or Less)
TeachersMental HealthTeacher CafeIf you are running on empty; or worse, you don't realize you're running on empty because you haven't checked in with yourself since September, it might be wise to take a few moments to recharge your batteries.
Sites to See: Grammar
TeachersGrammarTeacher CafeAre you looking for ways to spice up your next grammar review? Do you need supplemental materials for students who are struggling with grammar issues? Check out these websites for resources for teaching grammar.
Literacy Through Photography for English-Language Learners
TeachersPhotographyTeacher CafeThe use of photographs provides a novel way to engage in analyzing text. Students can verbally describe their observations, ideas, and analysis in addition to listening to the ideas of their classmates. Students are able to practice the needed for processing and organizing their thoughts in order to be ready to write about them.
What is Dyslexia?
TeachersDisabilityTeacher CafeA short video from TED-Ed explains in just four minutes what dyslexia is all about.
How to Unleash the Genius in Your Students
TeachersLeadershipTeacher CafeInspired by Google's 20 percent time initiative, teachers are introducing classroom Genius Hour.
Epic BYOD Tools (51 You Can Use Now)
TeachersTeacher CafeTechnologyTeachers have access to every device under the sun. Now what apps are you going to use? Here are the apps or app categories that are recommended. Try them and test some out at your school and in your classrooms.
Spelling Takes Work With New Words
TeachersTeacher CafeWritingEducation...Do you ever wonder how many times students should copy new words? Here are two articles that dive into the issue. The articles provide suggestions and strategies for learning to spell new words.
Keep That Bounce: Nurture Your Resilience as a Teacher
TeachersMental HealthTeacher CafeEducationLet's face it, teaching takes resilience- the ability to "bounce back" from an unanticipated change or disaster. Fostering resilience will help you keep your head up as a new teacher and keep going in the years ahead. The more you nurture your own grit and resilience, the more you'll be able to do the same for your students.
National Geographic "Listen & Read" Resources
TeachersListeningReadingTeacher Cafe...National Geographic has several simple non-fiction "Listen & Read" stories, great for language learners to use in class or at home.
Five Ways to Create More Teacher Rockstars in Your School
TeachersLeadershipTeacher CafeEducationAll teachers should feel like rockstars in the classroom and be able to earn that praise. Here are five ways school leaders can create a culture that motivates all teachers in your school to take a risk and try something new.