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Ms. Sam
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10th Year High School Science Teacher | Applying Cognitive Science 🧠 to Science Learning 🧪

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6. Pair this with an "Absent Binder” (a system where students who miss class can quickly access missing handouts) and you no longer have to worry about catching students up. They can use the Table of Contents (which is also in the binder) to see what they are missing.
January 24, 2025 at 5:55 PM
4. In my classroom, we have the Two-Pocket Folder System. The left pocket keeps the essential resources (for my class: calendars, periodic table, hall passes). The right pocket keeps the classwork and homework, organized with a “Table of Contents.”
January 24, 2025 at 5:55 PM
1. Instead of asking for volunteers, pose a question and have every student write their answer on a mini whiteboard. When students hold up their boards, everyone’s voice is “heard” simultaneously, creating a more inclusive classroom environment.
December 18, 2024 at 9:30 PM
Mini whiteboards are one of the most effective tools for real-time formative assessment. They make learning visible, foster participation, and allow for immediate feedback. Here's how they can transform your teaching. 🧵⬇️
December 18, 2024 at 9:30 PM
Mind maps are a fantastic tool for learning, but how they are created matters. Using an AI-generated mind map isn’t the same as a student making one themselves. Let’s explore why! 🧵👇
November 26, 2024 at 4:32 PM
1. Concept maps are a powerful tool for helping students develop background knowledge. Concept maps are visual tools that help students organize information into connected ideas.
November 24, 2024 at 6:07 PM