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Podcast: 10 Minute Teacher - Assess with Respect Quick Tips
Assessment is part of what teachers have to do in school. Although it is required, we teachers can make sure we assess with respect.

Starr Sackstein
May 30, 20211 min read


If Education Is Going to Change, Teacher Prep Needs to First
As educational philosophy continues to shift based on current research, new teacher programs must reflect the reform in the classroom...

Starr Sackstein
May 27, 20214 min read


When Students Design the Assessment, Everyone Wins
The more risks we take in the classroom that allow students to be in control, the better. At every age and at every level...

Starr Sackstein
May 25, 20213 min read


Capture Authentic Student Work with EdLight
Are you looking for a great new tech tool to aid in the collection of authentic student work? Check out Edlight.

Starr Sackstein
May 23, 20213 min read


It's Time to Co-Design Assessments With Students
When your old assessments aren't working, why not include students in the redesign process?

Starr Sackstein
May 20, 20212 min read


A Summary of Grasp: The Science of Transforming How We Learn by Sanjay Sarma with Luke Yoquinto
Read Dr. Doug Green's short summary of Sanjay Sarma's book Grasp: The Science of Transforming How We Learn.

Starr Sackstein
May 18, 20214 min read


Teaching Is Truly a Joyous Profession
Aside from the relationships we develop, teaching never gets boring. Every day is an adventure filled with the unexpected.

Starr Sackstein
May 16, 20213 min read


Podcast: A Convo with George Couros about Assessing With Respect
Come hang out with George Couros and I as we talk about education and how we can lift each other up and help students be successful.

Starr Sackstein
May 13, 20211 min read


Guest Post: A HS Spanish Teacher’s Journey from Traditional Grades to Standards-Based Grades
Do you want to shift your grading practice and don't know where to start? Check out Rhonda Higgins' journey in her IB Spanish Class.

Starr Sackstein
May 11, 20215 min read


Be Patient: Change Happens Slowly Especially When it Comes to Long-Held Traditions
Those of us working against the general stream understand all too well the pressures we face to help folks see things from a different...

Starr Sackstein
May 9, 20213 min read


Testing: An Unfortunate Roadblock in Student Learning
If we want students to apply their knowledge to a new task that shows their ability to use the skills they've learned, why does...

Starr Sackstein
May 6, 20214 min read


Video: From Teacher To Leader - a Conversation on DBC Live
Leaving the classroom is not an easy decision if you love what you do. So how do you know if leadership is for you?

Starr Sackstein
May 4, 20211 min read


Redos are Essential for Deeper Learning
Too often in education, those in charge forget what the learning is all about it. It isn't about compliance or mere task completion...

Starr Sackstein
May 2, 20213 min read


Podcast: Education Talk Radio - Assessing with Respect Bringing SEL into Assessment
Have a listen to this episode of Education Radio as we discuss equity and assessment.

Starr Sackstein
Apr 29, 20211 min read


Guest post: The Power of Co-Construction in the High School English Classroom
New strategies can be scary, but once we try them, we often wonder "Why didn't I do that already?" Check out Jaime Marcakis's experience.

Starr Sackstein
Apr 27, 20215 min read


Podcast: 3 Questions that Inspire with George Couros
It was a lot of fun chatting with George
Couros about who has inspired me in my career and the advice I would give to my new teacher self.

Starr Sackstein
Apr 25, 20211 min read


Shifting the Grading Mindset Starts With Our Words
Think about the words you use in class. Which ones can have potentially negative connotations and how can they be adjusted for growth...

Starr Sackstein
Apr 22, 20212 min read


Podcast: Assessing with Respect Requires Relationships
Curious about to how to assess with respect in regards to building relationships? Check out this podcast with NHASCD

Starr Sackstein
Apr 20, 20211 min read


Is Your Seesaw Off Balance?
Since our roles aren't clearly defined anymore, we must allowed to set our boundaries and actually ask for help when needed.

Starr Sackstein
Apr 18, 20212 min read


Truly Listen: Solutions May Follow
There are many obstacles to creating truly collegial environments, but if we take the time to truly listen, our ability to get to that place

Starr Sackstein
Apr 15, 20213 min read
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