Mindset, or more accurately the differences between having a Fixed Mindset and a Growth Mindset, comes from the work of Carol Dweck. In many ways it represents both a way of thinking and a way of communicating. In short, Growth Mindset takes the approach that intelligence and skills are malleable, and that we can improve them through effort. Fixed Mindset takes the approach … [Read more...] about Growth Mindset in 5 Minutes
Teaching Tips
Making Better Handouts With Google Slides
Have you ever tried adding an image to a Word or Google doc and found yourself absolutely tortured, trying to put it where you want it on the page? How about having text and images side by side? In Word/Docs it is extraordinarily difficult to design good looking paper handouts. Here is a great solution, shared by Mark Garrison. In Google Slides, create a Blank Presentation. … [Read more...] about Making Better Handouts With Google Slides
Rademacher Shares CRT Example
“Culturally Responsive Teaching” (CRT) is one of education’s many buzz-terms. If you’re like me, you have some knowledge of what CRT is all about, you’re convinced that it’s very important, but you’re no expert practitioner. You feel like you are doing some things well, but you know there are probably many ways you could do better. Also, if you’re currently teaching, any more … [Read more...] about Rademacher Shares CRT Example