How-To Make Archeology Digs Content-Strong

How-To Make Archeology Digs Content-Strong

Posted on by Michele Luck
Many engaging classroom activities are fun, but are they content-strong?  Do they encourage skills practice that will help students learn at a higher level?  Can they involve critical thinking or analysis skills that will foster continued growth in the student's...Read More
How-To Use Quiz Cards for More Interactive Assessments

How-To Use Quiz Cards for More Interactive Assessments

Posted on by Michele Luck
Need new, creative ways to assess student learning? Try using a Quiz Card Activity! Here's the simple how-to: Select questions to provide a complete assessment on the content taught.  Create quiz cards or purchase them ready-made.  If cards are not...Read More
Quick Thought Thursday: Beyond the Interactive Notebook

Quick Thought Thursday: Beyond the Interactive Notebook

Posted on by Michele Luck
Over this past weekend, I attended and exhibited at a middle school conference where I had the opportunity to talk with new and student teachers about their experiences in the classroom.  What I heard was so disappointing, and it all...Read More
The Truth about the Internet!

The Truth about the Internet!

Posted on by Michele Luck
 This past week I have seen so many "resources" on the Internet that clearly misrepresented the stories they were trying to tell.  While there can still be value in those resources, it is so important that students understand the truth...Read More
Performing in the Classroom: Effective Role-Play for Learning

Performing in the Classroom: Effective Role-Play for Learning

Posted on by Michele Luck
"Nobody puts Baby in a corner!" "If you build it, they will come." "Show me the money!" "Life is like a box of chocolates..." "You can't handle the truth!" "I see dead people!" "Just keep swimming!" As we all grew...Read More