Incorporating learner centered instructional strategies can look different across the disciplines in education. Some work really well in a science or literacy classroom but will tank in a math classroom.  When we design a lesson or unit, we are designing it for our learners and their needs; they should be at the forefront of every […]

In this post, we’re going to show you how to create custom images in Google Slides and download them as a PNG or a PDF file.  You can create everything in one platform without needing to jump into Canva or another tool.  We’ve tapped Google Trainer Amanda Taylor to break this down step-by-step for you […]

In this post, I’m going to show you how to start the shift to a learner centered model based on what worked with my team in my district and my experience as a superintendent. You’ll see how these steps below are simple, but systemic and truly sustainable in order to lead to a transformational shift […]

If you want to see the best teacher resources, templates, how-to videos, and tools all in one place, then you’ll love this roundup.  You will only find free actionable resources you can use right away that have been created, tested, and curated by educators just like you.  You can also quickly skip to the resources […]

Meeting the needs of all learners. What a dreamy statement.  Most of those who step into education do so for that specific mission – to reach and teach every learner that walks into our classrooms.  A large part of accomplishing, or attempting to accomplish this task, starts with understanding how to do it. For this sort of […]

Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, the author may receive a commission if you click through and make a purchase. In this post, I’m going to show you exactly how I helped my staff build transformative classrooms through high impact technology integration. As a Director […]

As a new school year begins, the question of how COVID-19 has shaped the last year of education, and will continue to shape the future, remains top of mind for educators. There’s a rush to return to the way things used to be and traditional methods of learning, but as you reflect on the last […]