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Resuscitating Recess!

Anonymous — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:17:09 GMT

Let me begin by being completely honest. I hate recess. I hate being out in the cold. I hate being out when it’s hot. I am not fortunate enough to work in a school where teachers have aides that monitor recess. I , and my teammates take the kids out for 20 minutes a day, unless of [...]

Creating Global Learners! Projects and ResourcesThat Knock Down Classroom Walls!

Anonymous — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 16:52:13 GMT

With the technology we have today, a one-room classroom should no longer exist! All of our students are capable of being or becoming global learners. We have the ability, using any, or all, of the Web 2.0 tools available, to knock down our classroom walls, and allow our students the chance to collaborate with students [...]

Will (Or Can) Computers Replace Teachers?

Anonymous — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:35:53 GMT

As I listened to my favorite radio station this morning, the hosts made reference to an article, ”Will teachers be replaced by computers?” The hosts made jokes, but I took this question seriously. “As long as schools measure performance simply by rote memorization on multiple-choice tests, no teacher can compete with instant access to the world’s [...]

The Joy of Summer Reading!

Anonymous — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 23:30:19 GMT

I went to the library today! I left, struggling with an armload of books by some of my favorite authors, Kellerman, Sanford, Block. I lovingly placed the books in the back of my car, envisioning myself on the couch, deck, gazebo, curled up with one of my books, lost in the story. I am also a [...]

It’s a Bird, it’s a Plane, No It’s Cybraryman!

Anonymous — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:54:57 GMT

One thing I have learned to do is to lean on others, and not try to do everything myself. I love technology, and I could sit, literally, for hours in front of my computer, looking for techy things to do with my class. However, having a husband and a child who would like some of my time, [...]

Reflections: Are You the Type of Teacher You Would Want for Your Child?

Anonymous — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 01:36:43 GMT

It’s the end of the school year, a time for reflection. What worked? What didn’t? And what could I change? I believe this is a question we should ask ourselves, “Am I the type of teacher I would want for my child?” If you don’t have kids, replace “your child” with niece, nephew, little brother, you [...]

Tony Danza,Teacher! Puh-leeze!

Anonymous — Sun, 29 May 2011 19:44:13 GMT

It’s a holiday weekend, and I have a little more time on my hands than usual. I wanted to get away, but that didn’t quite work out. So, I decided to spend a little more time on the computer than I normally do, and I came across this article about Tony Danza, teacher. Now I [...]

The School Year Will End on June , 2011! The School Year Will End on June , 2011!

Anonymous — Sun, 22 May 2011 21:43:41 GMT

It has begun. The comments. ”I hate teachers, you guys get the entire summer off.” “I wish I could sit home for three months and do nothing.” “Do you get paid when you’re off?” And the one that really ticks me off, “You all have it easy.” HA! What people don’t realize is that after [...]

Rap as a Learning Tool? Rappin’ in School? (Elementary School Style)

Anonymous — Tue, 10 May 2011 01:27:55 GMT

I tried to rhyme.:) As you can see, rapping is definitely not my thing, but it is something my students enjoy! And no, I don’t mean Eminem, JZ , and the like, I teach in an elementary school. I use the videos that are available on Youtube, Teachertube, etc… It’s a fun, interactive way to learn, it engages [...]