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Reining in the Wild West of AI: Streamlining Teacher Workloads Nov 16, 2023

Written by Matthäus Huelse

I admit it. I have been using AI for my work for months now. And I know what you are thinking: oh, it’s just another AI-generated article/blog post/recipe… but no! I did write this article. Every word. And then I handed it to the editor and if you ask...

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Demystifying Your Coaching Role coaching role general coaching new to coaching Oct 19, 2023

Written by Torie Mollett

Picture it. 

You’ve been assigned a new coaching role, maybe your first coaching role ever, or your first day in a new school or district.  You’ve probably found a nice spot in your building, a home base, so to speak.  You’ve communicated...

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The Balancing Act: Instructional Coaching in Large School Districts best practices general coaching new to coaching organization time management Oct 03, 2023

Written by Brooke Conklin

Instructional coaches play a critical role in supporting teachers and improving student outcomes. But coaching in a large district, whether geographically or by student population, comes with unique challenges. In a recent Restart Recharge podcast episode, two...

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The Wild West of AI: An Introduction to AI in Education ai empowering teachers general coaching Sep 22, 2023

Written by Matthäus Huelse

Saddle Up!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a part of our daily lives, and education is no exception. AI has the potential to revolutionize the way we teach and learn, offering new opportunities for personalization and efficiency. However, it...

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Couplesā€™ Therapy: Laying the Foundation for a Solid Admin/Coach Relationship general coaching new to coaching relationships Sep 06, 2023

Written by Lisa Kuhn-Oldiges with inspiration from Dr. Katie Ritter and the Forward Edge Curriculum & Integration Team

Many factors play a role in a successful coaching program and one that can launch a coach’s impact into the stratosphere is the admin/coach relationship. The importance...

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Integrating Technology with Littles: Tips to Enhance Student LearningĀ Ā  general coaching littles new to coaching technology integration Aug 08, 2023

 Written by Brooke Conklin, with inspiration from Sarah Kiefer, Brittney Priore, and Debbie Tannenbaum

“These kids are just too young to use Chromebooks.” 

“It takes me 20 minutes just to get everyone logged on.”

“Upper-elementary is a more appropriate...

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10 Myths of Conference Confidence: Busted! conferences Jul 25, 2023

Written by Torie Mollett (@TorieTeaches)

  1. “I have nothing to share…”
  2. “I’m not *insert person’s name*...”
  3. “They probably won’t accept my proposal…”
  4. “I’m too new to this position/field so it’s not my place to...
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ISTE 23 Recap: Favorite Takeaways conferences iste Jul 11, 2023

Written by Lisa Kuhn (@LisaK_techtalk)

Flights delayed due to (sometimes never arrived) inclement weather…check-in lines out the door…15,000+ steps per day…rain-drenched crowds waiting for their Ubers to arrive…

While some attendees experienced some (or all) of the...

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Stop Asking Kids What They Want to Be When They Grow Up careers culture reflection relationships Jun 20, 2023

Written by Brooke Conklin (@brookeconklin19)

 “What do you want to be when you grow up?” This question is a rite of passage for children everywhere. It seems like as soon as a child enters the doors of pre-school we are asking them this question. In pre-school, the stakes are...

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Keeping it Real: Using Authentic Resources in the World Language Classroom authentic learning foriegn language instruction general coaching Jun 02, 2023

Written by Matthaeus Hulse

A young woman stands in a bakery next to the Hackescher Markt in Berlin, Germany. After three years of high school German, she finds herself struggling to understand the rapid-fire dialect coming from the baker. And even after some struggle to find the right words in...

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Fourth-Camera Coaching culture empowering teachers general coaching relationships May 08, 2023

Written by Michael Roush

Find more great content from Michael on his blog, www.michaeldroush.org

Garry Marshall has directed popular TV sit-coms like “Happy Days,” “Laverne and Shirley,” and blockbuster movies like “Pretty Woman” and “A League of Their...

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The Importance of Reflection in the Coaching Process general coaching observation reflection relationships Apr 27, 2023

Written by Torie Mollett (@TorieTeaches)

Supporting teacher reflection and growth is an essential part of the coaching process. Reflection helps teachers to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth. In this article, we will discuss the importance of reflection in the...

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