Teachers On Fire
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Should Teachers Use This New Google Classroom Feature?
Does ‘Close submissions after due date’ support student learning and development? Google Classroom recently introduced a new feature in assignment settings. Teachers can now select ‘Close submissions after due date.’ I have no doubt that some teachers reacted warmly to this development. Late assignment submissions drive some teachers mad. They cost time and energy. So… Continue reading
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Warn Your Teaching Teammates Before Doing the Fun Stuff
A quick heads up shows respect for your teammates and protects team unity. Photo Source: Scholastic.com I just know that some teacher out there is going to look at this title and ask “Why can’t all of your learning be fun?” Come on. Let’s be real for a second. Yes, we always want learning to… Continue reading
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The Magic and Misery of Student Video Submissions
Here’s the bitter truth about student video submissions. They take forever to fully review. FOREVER. Some of my dear students sincerely expect me to watch every second of everything they post. Bless their hearts, but I can’t meet that demand and stay sane at the same time. What are we to do? Should we just… Continue reading
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How I Learned a Lesson About Student Privacy
I thought I had done such a great job of communicating with her parents. Image Source: https://unsplash.com/@alexisrbrown It was an 8th grade English class in a previous teaching context. Students were engaged in a collaborative writing activity in Google Docs, working in small table groups around the room. I like to make learning visible whenever… Continue reading
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Recovering My Fire for Education
When I’m doing well as a person, I’m doing well as a professional, but I’m also taking time each week to create. Profession and passion are both burning bright. Continue reading
