GeoStory
TeachersTeacher CafeWorldEducationGeologyA new way of telling stories. This unique website uses interactive maps, video, captions and links with short readings and vivid images to share geological information and sites. There are several different countries and places highlighted for your students to explore!
Addressing Chronic Absenteesim
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationSocietyAbsent students are a huge issue, read the below on what administration and educators can do, as well as some key points on preventing the problem.
Wonderopolis
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationActivities for learning at all ages. Short stories and videos with real questions asked by kids about things everyone wants to know about.
The Rise and Rise of Blended Learning
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationThe author provides a glimpse on how blended learning has always been part of learning process and how it has developed through the years.
A Beginner's Guide to Online Learning
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationThis short article has a list of helpful guidelines and websites. This page will help you organize, plan and get started today!
An Educator's Guide to the "Four C's"
TeachersEducationTeacher CafePreparing 21st Century Students for a Global Society. See the preview and download the full article for additional links on the subject.
World News for Students of English
TeachersTeacher CafeWorldEducationNews in levels, with readings and audio.
Flash Cards with Study Stack
TeachersProductivityTeacher CafeEducationUse the cards provided or make your own.
Webinar- Digital Learning Strategies
TeachersTeacher CafeTechnologyEducationMike Fisher- July 31, 2014, 3:00pm ET. "How do you assign and assess digital work?"
Significant Decision to Apply New Learning Trends in Education
TeachersFutureTeacher CafeEducationArticle by Claudia Glab-Link
IT and Education are like Peanut Butter and Jelly
TeachersTechnologyTransportationEducationThe tech and instructional sides of education are distinct and unique, but when they work together, they are an unstoppable combo.
Resources for Lower Level Learners
TeachersMusicTeacher CafeEducationTechnologyAn extensive list of online resources from Larry Ferlazzo, for students that are lower level. Resources ranging from alphabet exercises to music and phonics will help every teacher add something new to their class.
Building Positive Relationships
TeachersRelationshipsTeacher CafeEducationWhen teachers get to know their students, they can make better decisions about the curriculum, instructional strategies, classroom management, and assessment. Here are a few ways to maintain positive student-teacher relationships.
A Step by Step Guide to Create Class Facebook Groups
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationSocial MediaTechnologyCreate a digital presence today for your class using Facebook. A great choice as a hub for students to create, post, and discuss in a virtual space that is different than a traditional blog or message board.
Teaching Students the Skills of Expert Readers
TeachersReadingTeacher CafeEducationThe most effective way for students to learn reading strategies is through explicit and direct instruction. It is important for teachers that model these strategies to the class to give students a clear understanding of they were given the task and to complete it properly.
The Golden Rules for Engaging Students in Learning Activities
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationResearch suggests that considering the following interrelated elements when designing and implementing learning activities may help increase student engagement behaviorally, emotionally, and cognitively, thereby positively affecting student learning and achievement.
ESL Speaking Activities
TeachersSpeakingTeacher CafeEducationLanguageBuild your bank of resources with some free online resources for speaking practice. On this website, they have printables and projectables. Don't forget to upload your own resources to share as well.
10 Quick-and-Easy Methods For Checking Understanding
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationA huge part of teaching involves determining student levels of understanding. As teachers check for understanding, they are able to formulate, reconfigure and differentiate, so learning outcomes reach their highest potential.
Three Ways To Avoid The October Slump
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationA quick read to get yourself and your class back on track when you feel that October slump starting to creep into your classroom.
Conversation Strategy: Asking for a Response
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationLanguageA sample lesson plan for conversation strategy: asking for a response, is a great one to add to your files. This ESL conversation activity is for any age of learner and uses simple dialogue and conversation questions to improve conversation skills.
Blogging With Students
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationSocial MediaA step by step giuide that help teachers set up and learn the process of blogging with your class. The site has several helpful tips and videos to show how to move through each step. Start blogging with your class today!