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Morgan Atkins January 14, 2022

Competency-Based Learning: How to Build a Culture of Self-Assessment (and Get Students On Board)

How do we build a culture where students self-assess meaningfully? Here are three key steps for bringing self-assessment to life....
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School leader in an office.
Jenna Gilfillan, M.Ed January 13, 2022

Facing Your Inner Obstacle: Taking the First Step Toward Trying Something New In Your Classroom

By defining our inner obstacle, we can move past it. Read five ways you can reframe a challenge and get ready to face it....
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Educators collaborating.
BetterLesson January 12, 2022

I Wish My Principal Knew…: Former Teachers on Ways to Prevent Teacher Burnout

Supportive leadership can make the difference in helping teachers avoid burnout. Hear from former educators on ways principals can support their teams....
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Kids building with blocks together.
Morgan Atkins January 11, 2022

Setting the Stage for Self-Awareness and Self-Management: 8 Keys to Making Reflection and Growth Part of Your Classroom Culture

Self-awareness and self-management are key components of social-emotional learning (SEL). But how can we cultivate them in our classrooms?...
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Students use devices in a classroom.
April Brown January 5, 2022

Encouraging Education Leaders to Help Teachers to Get Curious About Behavior

When teachers think about the reason behind student behavior, they can often gain insight into proactive solutions to help students self-regulate....
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Rabbi David Saltzman Ed.D January 4, 2022

Striving For Excellence: Why We Chose Coaching with BetterLesson

How can educational leaders offer personalized growth opportunities, guidance, and coaching for every teacher? That's where BetterLesson comes in....
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Teacher reading to young students.
Morgan Atkins December 22, 2021

My Mindfulness Journey: Implementing Mindfulness in the Classroom

Learn strategies for teachers to model mindfulness to encourage self-management and self-awareness skills in their students....
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Monica Washington November 23, 2021

Time to Build Morale: Five Ways that Time Can Support Teachers’ Well-Being

Explore thoughtful leadership strategies that provide time for teachers to reflect, connect, and celebrate growth....
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BetterLesson November 18, 2021

An Action Plan for Closing Gaps and Accelerating Growth

Learn strategies to accelerate student growth and combat unfinished learning....
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