Relationships matter — but "safety first, content later" is a lie that signals low expectations. The research is clear: warm and demanding works best. Both, simultaneously. 🐯
#EdLeadership #ScienceOfReading #InstructionalLeadership #EdChat #CogSci
I spent my college finals re-reading notes and felt prepared. The research says I was wrong. Here's what actually builds long-term learning. 👇 #RetrievalPractice #TheClassroomLie #EdResearch #TeacherPD #CogSci #EdChat
Nearly 90% of teachers believe in learning styles. The research says otherwise. Time to close the gap. 🧠 #ScienceOfReading #EdResearch #CognitiveScience #CogSci #TeacherPD #TheClassroomLie
Students think rereading helps them learn. Research says the opposite. 🔬 The testing effect is one of the most powerful tools we're underusing. New post 👇 #CogSci #EdLeadership #ScienceOfLearning #FESTigers
Unlock student mastery with Rosenshine's final 5 principles! From checking understanding to spiral review — research-backed strategies every teacher needs. 🎓
#ScienceOfTeaching #Rosenshine #InstructionalPractice #EdLeadership #TeacherPD #FESTigers
Want stronger student mastery? Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction highlight what effective teachers do: review, teach in small steps, ask lots of questions, model thinking, and guide practice. Here are 5 principles every educator should revisit.
#Education #Instruction #ScienceOfLearning #EdLead
Explicit or constructive? The best classrooms use both. In my latest post, I explore how cognitive science, classroom practice, and the novice-to-expert journey can guide smarter instruction. Read and share your thoughts. #EdLeadership #ScienceOfLearning #InstructionalCoaching
What can a winning football coach teach us about school leadership? 🏈📚 This reflection on Curt Cignetti highlights vision, trust, and consistency—and why they matter in education. #InstructionalLeadership #SchoolLeaders #EduLeadership #GrowthMindset #iufb #NeverDaunted
Great teaching isn’t about talking more—it’s about creating a rhythm of input and output. Learn how the “alternating principle” boosts engagement, focus, and learning in every classroom.
#InstructionalCoaching #EdLeadership #EffectiveTeaching #TeacherGrowth #CognitiveLoad
Learning is a bottleneck—but we can clear the way. Discover how Cognitive Load Theory helps students succeed. #edchat #EdLeadership #ScienceOfLearning
Play-doh letter work bridges fine motor skills with early literacy, making abstract symbols concrete, memorable, and fun. It’s especially effective in Kindergarten because it respects the developmental need for tactile, playful learning. #FESTigers #FESReads
There are so many benefits for our learners:
- Fine motor strengthening
- Tactile awareness
- Letter recognition
- Sound-symbol connection and more!
#FESTigers #FESReads
Play-doh letter making
More multi-sensory learning during the literacy block. Today, some of our kindergarten students are creating letter shapes out of Play-doh. #FESTigers #FESReads #reading #scienceofreading
This leads to kinesthetic engagement, visual reinforcement, and auditory support. Multi-sensory learning with hands on manipulation makes abstract concepts like letter sound correspondence more concrete. #reading #SoR
Student making words with magnetic letters
First graders are using magnetic boards and letters to build words. Magnetic letters turn phonics into a tactile, interactive puzzle, helping students internalize sound-symbol relationships more deeply than with listening or writing alone. #FESTigers #FESReads #reading #SOR
💪 From workouts to classrooms, AMRAP isn't just for the gym. Learn how repetition and retrieval build stronger brains—just like stronger muscles. Tap into the power of spaced practice to boost student learning and memory! 🧠 #EdLeadership #CognitivePsychology #RetrievalPractice
Turning our southern border into a military zone isn’t just extreme—it’s a dangerous step toward martial law. History warns us. Rights are at risk. Congress must step up. Contact your legislators now. #CivilLiberties #ChecksAndBalances
Hey #bfc530! I've been using AI to help develop my vocabulary routine for the morning announcements. Loaded in the pdf of the LETRS Vocabulary Word Routine. Now I can ask it to create a routine based on a specific word. Everything I need is there. Could I do it myself? Sure. But I save so much time!
Together, we are building high levels of learning for ALL! 📚🐯 As educators, our commitment is clear—if they didn’t learn it, we must teach it differently. Let’s push every student to success and mastery! #BuildingSuccess #edchat #LearningForAll #edusky #FESTigers #Teaching
My biggest advice on growing is to use tools to support organization. I love a good graphic organizer. There are lots of options out there, but the resources from The Writing Revolution are a good place to start. Check it out: www.thewritingrevolution.org
Thanks for sharing! I'll check it out!
Just like orienteering, guiding student writers requires knowing both the destination and the starting point. In our latest PD, we’re mapping out writing progressions to ensure growth. Check out how we navigate this challenge! #WritingProgressions #StudentGrowth #FESTigers #edchat #edusky #FESWrites
The separation of powers exists for a reason—no single branch should hold unchecked authority. Yet, 47’s administration is testing those limits. Will history remember this as a crisis? It’s time to hold leaders accountable. Contact your reps and demand they uphold the Constitution. #Democracy
Building strong writers is like building a LEGO—skip a step, and the whole structure struggles. Every grade matters! How do you ensure your students get all the pieces they need? #WritingSuccess #FESWrites #FESTigers #edchat #edusky #learning #EdLeadership #school #inspiringschools
Yes - our district has PLCs every Tuesday. We also have collaboration time every Thursday. Both occur outside of the school day but within contract time. #bfc530
Two weeks in, and Trump’s second term is already a whirlwind. Mass firings, illegal funding freezes, and a trade war—Project 2025 is in full swing. When do we push back? 1,373 days to go. #Resist
When you set the foundation at birth, not at kindergarten, you can make so much more of a difference in the education of a child. Early intervention is best. Being able to intervene at age 2 or 3 is much more impactful than at age 5. #edusky
They provide families with universal, subsidized, high-quality early childhood education and care. There are comprehensive health checks. Generous parental leave. And monthly childhood benefits for every child under 17. #edusky
And really, success on the #NAEP is about so much more than just what happens in elementary and middle school. Foundational work in preschool years supports future success. Look at Finland's success on the PISA. Typically at or near the top with this International assessment. #edusky
And don't get me started on the socio-economic factors of attending private schools, which makes a huge difference in academics.
You are not comparing like to like. Without #NAEP being able to control for demographics, this data does not tell a full story of the differences. #edusky