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    Using Technology in #PhysEd: What Comes First, Pedagogy or Technology?

    Physical Education

    Using Technology in #PhysEd: What Comes First, Pedagogy or Technology?

    What should come first, the pedagogy or the technology?” – Andy Vasily, Educational Consultant and Pedagogical Coach According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the word pedagogy is defined as the art, science or profession of teaching. Technology is defined as a capability given by the practical application of knowledge. Which comes first when planning for […]

    Tagged With: Adapted PE

    How to Use Educational Excursions to Help your Children Remember Important Information

    Out of School

    There are many great places to visit in any city that will not only help your kids enjoy the summer break but also help them remember important information learned in school. Following are just a few ideas you might want to consider. Museums There are many types of museums to pick from, including nature museums, planetariums, art […]

    How to Find Balance Over Summer Break

    Teacher Life

    teacher reading a novel and holding a coffee cup, relaxing over summer break

    Teaching is not for the faint of heart. It’s a tough job that requires a lot of focus during the school year—and let’s face it, that spills over into the summer, too. While it might be a challenge, educators need to practice self-care during summer break so the return to school in the fall […]

    Tagged With: Summer

    7 Ways to Conserve Energy in Your Classroom

    STEAM & STEM

    7 Ways to Conserve Energy in Your Classroom

    Teaching kids to respect the environment is a primary duty of any teacher, but it doesn’t always have to involve detailed lesson plans—it can be as simple as setting ground rules for, say, conserving energy in your classroom. With World Environment Day coming up on June 5, there’s no better time to make an […]

    5 Summer Activities to Keep Your Child’s Brain in the Game

    Out of School

    young girl and mother measuring ingredients to make a cake in the kitchen

    Summer is here, and while summer offers a great time for kids to relax and have fun, you don’t want them to lose all the progress they’ve made during the school year. It’s important to ensure your child stays involved in activities that keep their brain in great shape. Here’s a look at some […]

    Tagged With: At-Home Learning, Family Engagement, Summer

    L’Ouverture Elementary Brings Modern, 21st Century Learning Spaces to Students

    News

    L’Ouverture Elementary Brings Modern, 21st Century Learning Spaces to Students

    The L’Ouverture Career Explorations and Technology Magnet School in Wichita, Kansas, recently completed a major classroom renovation project with School Specialty to outfit 18 classrooms (K-5) with innovative furniture and media technology solutions. This was part of a push by the Wichita Public Schools District to create a forward-thinking, more flexible, and collaborative environment for […]

    Tagged With: Case Studies, Classroom Transformations

    How Playing Music Can Help Prevent the Summer Slide

    Out of School

    student and adult practice playing music on guitar

    When summertime hits, motivation can be difficult. Kids leave school, friends come over, and before you know it, it’s time to get back into the groove! But don’t fret; there’s a musical solution! Experts believe engaging in a music class and playing a musical instrument can help keep students motivated during downtime. This study […]

    Tagged With: Family Engagement, Music Monday, Summer, Summer Slide

    A Teacher’s Reflection & Goals

    Teacher Life

    The end of the school year can be filled with a flurry of activities leaving you a little dazed and feeling a little let down as you send your class on to the next teacher. But this is no time to waste energy on things you can’t change. Now is a great time to sit […]

    4 Activities to Beat Spring Fever!

    Arts & Crafts

    4 Activities to Beat Spring Fever!

    Spring is in the air, and as temperatures rise, students’ attentiveness falls. This presents a challenge for educators, as the last few months before summer break are critical for consolidating concepts learned throughout the year. Trying some new strategies to engage students can alleviate spring fever in the classroom. Take A Hike When the […]

    Tagged With: Spring

    Earth Day – Make Pledge, Act and Discuss!

    Celebrations & Themes

    Earth Day- Make Pledge, Act and Discuss!

    Students of all ages are naturally curious about the world around them. Many of them also care deeply about the environment, making Earth Day a fantastic opportunity to engage in lessons about science, ecology, and environmental causes. Consider getting your classroom involved in an Earth Day challenge that will have positive effects long after […]

    Dealing with Spring Fever

    Celebrations & Themes

    As a teacher you already know that spring fever can wreak havoc in the classroom. You may be left wondering if there is any hope of teaching your students anything new between spring break and the end of the year. This period is filled with dreams of summer and the desire to get outside […]

    Tagged With: Spring

    Help Students Avoid Summer Slide with a Passion Project

    Out of School

    As they say, April showers bring May flowers… but what does May bring? For many of us, it brings the end of another school year. While summer is a time for rejuvenation, it is also a time for that often-lamented phenomenon: Summer Slide. As a teacher, you’re familiar with the regression when students tend […]

    Tagged With: At-Home Learning, Summer, Summer Slide

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