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How to Make a Curriculum Map: Step by Step Guide for Teachers
Ever feel like you're flying by the seat of your pants, scrambling to cover all the standards before the school year ends? Without a clear plan, it’s easy to lose track of what’s been taught and what content still needs attention.
Creating an efficient plan saves you a ton of time, keeps you organized, and can improve student outcomes. Learn how to create your own curriculum map in a few easy steps.
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How to Write Lesson Plans More Effectively
Many times as teachers we end up trying to plan for a week at a time (maybe two if we are lucky), and rarely have time to consider any sort of long-range planning. If this situation sounds familiar, my advice would be to take time (sooner rather than later) and do a deep dive into your standards.
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3 Reasons to Use Nonfiction Texts When Teaching Reading
Discover the critical role of nonfiction texts in your classroom. Explore how they expand knowledge, save time, and deepen comprehension.
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Easy Ways to Differentiate Your Lessons
Differentiation is a difficult concept for many teachers. However, it’s actually easier than many people think and are probably already doing.
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How To De-Stress Lesson Planning
One of the biggest shifts that helped me with my lesson planning was when I stopped planning individual lessons and started developing units.