Tuesday, December 16, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Chalk Talk


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Chalk Talk



All students have an opportunity to share their thoughts in the Chalk Talk protocol, which allows them to have non-verbal "discussion."











Monday, December 8, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: First 5 Minutes/Last Five Minutes


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: First Five Minutes/Last Five Minutes


The beginning and end of every instructional period are critical instructional opportunities.







Monday, December 1, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: GO-GO-MO


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: GO-GO-MO



Give One, Get One, Move On

Watch as Jill Znaczko's eighth-graders at the Expeditionary Learning Middle School in Syracuse, New York, use the Go Go Mo protocol to share and gain knowledge in preparation for an assessment.






Monday, November 17, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Giving Clear Directions

 

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Giving Clear Directions

Delivering clear directions allows students to follow with accuracy and focus.




Monday, November 3, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Body Language


I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Body Language


Your physical presence in the classroom conveys powerful messages to students.





Monday, October 27, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Transitions

 

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Transitions


Efficient transitions save valuable time (and effort) and prepare students for learning.










Tuesday, October 21, 2025

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Paper Management

 

I'd Like to Speak to the Manager: Paper Management


Good systems help track and keep student work organized in your classrooms.