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I am getting back to dreaming of better in education and organizing some kind of conference that focuses on joyful and effective literacy practices. All grades, in-person, ed camp style, but a little more structured... I don't know. #LiftingLiteracy

To my mentor and friend Years ago, I was told about a PD that was happening around a book called Notice and Note; the authors, Bob Probst and Kylene Beers, were in the area, and it came recommended. I had not heard of them or their work before this, but I figured I should give it a shot. I know it is probably cliché to say. Still, that session and the friendship that I later developed with them both have changed me as an educator, and their impact on my classroom will very likely continue in some form or another until

A little Sunday blogging. Gratitude. #LiftingLiteracy www.liftingliteracy.com/post/to-my-m...

Large Print, Big Impact: A Strategy to Improve Student Literacy Skills - Class Tech Tips Boost focus, confidence, and joy in reading! Discover how large print books can improve student literacy for readers at every level.

How can #largeprint books be an effective strategy for improving student #literacyskills? @classtechtips.com's Dr. Monica Burns explains: rebrand.ly/duou9us #ThorndikePress @projecttomorrow.bsky.social @galecengage.bsky.social #EduSky #BookSky #LiftingLiteracy

Just a reminder of some great folks to follow if you are a Literacy Educator go.bsky.app/CJ8yy9B #LiftingLiteracy

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A few more examples of multimodal responses to themes from Lord of the Flies #LiftingLiteracy

The words we write for ourselves The words we write for ourselves are always so much better than the words we write for others. -William Forrester The other day, we were watching Finding Forrester in my 30-2 English class. William's words above made me think about writing instruction and our work. I started writing this post a few days ago with the idea that I would mostly drag the standardized writing exam my students have to do this year, but with a few days between now and then, I am shifting my focus. I want to celebrate m

Some blogging #LiftingLiteracy www.liftingliteracy.com/post/the-wor...

#liftingliteracy #iteachEnglish Friends, when you hear the phrase supporting evidence regarding critical analytical writing on a text what comes to mind? How do you teach the difference between supporting evidence and content summary?

Image and quote from Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

Started our term project conversation today in Grade 11. There are a lot of really cool ideas already. #liftingliteracy

Sarah Zerwin new book

@sarahmzerwin.bsky.social I am excited to dig in. #LiftingLiteracy

I had a student turn in an original song that was crafted using his poems by his brother, they then used AI to craft a rap to go along with the song's verses. I love my job. #LiftingLiteracy

I got to be a guest on 3 Questions with @teachkate.bsky.social Check it out. Also, go and buy The Heart of Fiction. It is awesome. #LiftingLiteracy www.youtube.com/watch?v=KslV...

Student writing can be a balm for the soul, "The world is scary, but still your friend. Plant seeds of empathy and authenticity, because that is the garden that will bloom and grow within your soul." #LiftingLiteracy

0 comments0 comments0 comments "Create space for genius, and genius will emerge." I lost a little faith that the genius would emerge this term. Students proved me wrong.

New blog post www.liftingliteracy.com/post/term-pr... #LiftingLiteracy

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They always surprise me. Term project preview. #LiftingLiteracy

Added @doodlinmunkyboy.bsky.social to the #LiftingLiteracy starter pack. Welcome to Bluesky. go.bsky.app/CJ8yy9B

Student fashion designs

One of my students has been using @tylerthecreator.bsky.social lyrics to write poetry and then today brought this concept art of jackets they are making inspired by albums. I love my work. My students are so cool. #liftingliteracy

Just added @christinabayarea.bsky.social to the go.bsky.app/CJ8yy9B #Liftingliteracy starter pack. YAY!

#liftingliteracy #iteachELA

0 comments0 comments0 comments I don't know if I dislike many phrases in education more than "they can't read." More often than not, the person saying it means something more specific. Perhaps it is that students can't decode, stru...

A little blogging while watching basketball practice www.liftingliteracy.com/post/they-ca... #LiftingLiteracy

Just added @pennykittle.bsky.social to the #LiftingLiteracy starter pack. Slowing building up a great collection of Literacy educators. go.bsky.app/CJ8yy9B I love starter packs because of how quick you can find folks to learn with.

Reflections and Moving Forward Well, it is New Year's Eve. I have written a Festivus grievance post for many years, but this year, it slipped my mind. I think I have felt so busy that I sort of just shut down the moment the Christmas break started. I don't feel like the job of teaching has been substantially harder this year. Student apathy is undoubtedly continuing to rise, but it hasn't made the job feel harder. It has just forced me to rethink how much I can care. I can't pull anyone across the finish line, but I can keep

New Blog Post up www.liftingliteracy.com/post/reflect.... #liftingliteracy

I am in need of good short stories for Seniors that are not written in the 60-70s but still would have "academic merit" I hated typing that but I need to give kids shorter material that they can read/study for a written exam and novels have been studied but I want quicker options 2. #liftingliteracy

Heading to the Literacy & Justice for all conference in the new year to share PAL's work and learn from some amazing educators!
@oaklitcoalition.bsky.social
#EduSky #EduSkyChat #LiftingLiteracy Science of Reading 🧠📘

Just a reminder go.bsky.app/CJ8yy9B if you are new to the app or just looking for brilliant literacy educators to follow #LiftingLiteracy

How to Use the Coverage Matrix The Coverage matrix is a clear and actionable view of attainment; it ensures you have the insights needed to support every pupil’s writing journey effectively.

I'm really excited to be releasing this new feature in AIR.

This is our first step to test and research if/how we can use #AI in #PrimaryEnglish to generate 'Coverage and Gap Analysis' to support #LiftingLiteracy

#AiEDU #EduSkyPrimary

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I had an amazing time supporting literacy initiatives in Randolph County, GA! Literacy makes all the difference in the world and equitable access to instruction is a civil right! I’m so excited for the amazing work in Randolph Co! #bookworms #liftingliteracy #edusky

I'm #researching the idea of AI-generated gap analysis for pupil writing assessments, moderated by #teachers. 🚀

I'd love your thoughts and shape the future of this feature!

Book a quick chat with me here: calendly.com/tom-air-ed/a...

#EdTech #AIinEducation #LiftingLiteracy

Hey teacher friends, curious how would you answer:
What portion of students are regularly completing assigned reading at home?
A) Most students
B) Half of students
C) Some Students
D) So few I rarely assign
Feel free to answer in the comments!
#iteachEnglish #LiftingLiteracy #EduSky #EduSkyChat