Early this school year I came across a post about using hyperdocs on Cult of Pedagogy. After reading Jenn's post, I immediately started doing more research. In addition to this post about playlists (similar idea), I also found a Facebook Group and a Padlet full of hyperdocs! Jackpot! I thought, why can't I use a hyperdoc to teach writing? In recent years I … Continue reading Teaching Writing with HyperDocs
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Friday Faves: Post Round-up for 7/14
My husband and I should be in the Bahamas today, so that fact is making me a little ill. Instead I'm starting my morning at school working on our curriculum rewrite, and then I'll be reading for the rest of the day. We changed our trip when we decided to sell our house and build … Continue reading Friday Faves: Post Round-up for 7/14
How to Leverage Simple Technology for High Impact Student Feedback
After writing an article for Cult of Pedagogy about delaying the grade students receive to help them focus on feedback, I saw a lot of questions and comments about why I don't giving feedback while the kids are writing. I assure you, I do! But that wasn't the focus of the article. The article was … Continue reading How to Leverage Simple Technology for High Impact Student Feedback
Who’s Next: An Easy Solution to Kids Lining up at your Desk
I've always thought that conferencing with my students is an important aspect of essay instruction. But, dang, it can be overwhelming to have ten kids lined up at your desk waiting for help. While you're trying to focus and help the student, you're peripherally watching the kids in line joking with each other, pushing each other, … Continue reading Who’s Next: An Easy Solution to Kids Lining up at your Desk
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