Strong foundations begin with strong modeling. Before students can work independently, they need to see, hear, and experience what successful learning looks like. In this Teacher Talk episode, we’ll explore how intentional teacher modeling builds understanding, confidence, problem-solving skills, and independence. We’ll look at opportunities to model in
There’s nothing like the dreaded feeling of sitting at your desk with a blank sheet of writing paper staring back at you. You see some of your classmates busily jotting down ideas; you see them creating their prewriting map; or you see some classmates looking upward with a pleasant
The ideal scenario for the first couple of months of a new school year would be a classroom running smoothly. You want to be comfortable with your daily schedule and know that you can meet the needs of all your students. Realistically, some of you may already feel like the
Have you ever set out on a road trip without a map or GPS? I tried it once, years ago. I thought, “How hard could it be?” A few wrong turns later, I was circling back, wasting time, and wishing I had just plugged in my destination from the start.
Getting started with Shurley English is an exciting journey! With a proven methodology and thoughtfully constructed lessons, you have a wonderful roadmap to guide you. And when you know how to tap into the additional resources available to you, you can feel confident making the most of every teaching moment,
Mrs. Riddle, my sixth-grade teacher, is one of the reasons I became an educator. I’ll never forget the year I was in her class; it was my final year as an elementary student. I have so many memories, like the day the total solar eclipse happened; it was so
So, what’s happening “testing-wise” in your school and in your classroom? Let’s continue the conversation about real or authentic assessments. (If you missed part one, click here.) In my opinion, it is vital to add these authentic assessments to your “testing bag-o-tricks.” Just look at some of the
When you think of testing, do any of these statements come to mind? “I want to see what my students have learned at the end of each chapter.” “I want to make sure I’m teaching effective lessons.” “I’d like to see the strengths and weaknesses of each student
I understand that getting parents involved in your classroom can be challenging for many teachers; however, many parents begin to make themselves heard when a school or teacher implements a new curriculum. You’ve probably heard comments from parents like this: “Why is my child chanting?” “I don’t know
Dear Educators, Welcome aboard Shurley English Flight ABC. Please find your seat, stow your baggage in the overhead bin, and buckle up as we take off into your new school year! This year’s destination is progress and growth. We’ve got a long flight ahead of us. Sit back,
What is the value of giving the Shurley English Pretest if students are not familiar with the curriculum? As a consultant, I’ve heard this question before, and I want to urge you to listen up! Even though the pretest may appear extraordinarily difficult, you should never avoid it! Let
Visualize this scenario: It’s early August, and as you scroll through your inbox, you see the first of many emails from your school administrator. “Already!?!” you say to yourself as you hesitate to open it. You guessed it! It’s your new school year Welcome Letter and Professional Development