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 | From Beth Lewis, your Guide to Elementary Education Has the accountability train gone off the rails? Now comes news that some school districts are adding even more tests to the schedule. But these tests are specifically to assess and evaluate teacher performance. What's your take on this new trend? ~Beth | |
Even More Tests for Teachers
When I was an elementary school student, we were tested but not over-tested. I remember taking standardized tests every year or two. I felt the need to try my best for my own personal achievement and sense of integrity. I never considered that my results would reflect on my teachers at all. It seems that nowadays the pendulum is swinging to a very strange extreme. Now, not only are students tested to the hilt, but even more tests are being added in order to assign a grade to the teachers! The additional tests aren't meant to assess student learning, but rather to evaluate the teachers who give them. I usually take a moderate stance in education debates, but it's starting to feel like a bit like a teacher-focused witch hunt. What do you think?... Read more
| Last Day of School Activities
Have you ever felt that the last day of school is a waste of time? Well, of course there always has to be a last day of school. Otherwise, how would we arrive at summer vacation? Still, it can be tricky to know how best to spend the last day with our students. Long-term projects are out of the question, but it's crucial to keep busy and harness all that frenzied, vacation-oriented energy. I recommend these fun and easy last day of school activities to help you and your students make the most of your final hours together. Before you run off to the beach, why not take a moment to share your own favorite last day ideas? I'm sure we all could use a few fresh options to spruce up the ol' repertoire!... Read more
| ABC Countdown to Summer
Yes, it's that time of year - everyone's counting down until summer vacation! So we might as well make the best of it, right? The ABC Countdown To Summer is a fun tradition that teachers and students will both enjoy. It gives everyone a little something special to look forward to each day. Customize the countdown to make it your own. If you only have a few days left, choose a short word as inspiration, such as "summer" or "vacation." Then get out there and make some fun memories with your class!... Read more
| Classroom Organization Tools
So you have a teaching position and a classroom. But what should you do about the all-important classroom organization? It's key to set up your classroom space in a logical and user-friendly manner from the very start. Here are some resources to help you organize your room and help it stay that way.
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