Category: Effective Teaching Strategies
How Teachers Can Establish and Maintain Effective Communication with Parents for Student Success
Why is Teacher-Parent Communication Important? In today’s educational landscape, effective teacher-parent communication is essential for fostering student success and building a positive school community. By establishing and maintaining regular communication, teachers can bridge the gap between school and home, ensuring students receive the support they need academically, psychologically, and emotionally. I want to start by… Read more
6 Apps for Teachers to Communicate with Parents (Without Sharing Your Personal Phone Number)
Staying connected with parents is essential for teachers, but sharing your personal phone number isn’t always ideal. Fortunately, several apps allow teachers to communicate with parents safely, giving you a separate phone line or private messaging system without revealing your personal number. Here’s a rundown of the best apps for teacher-parent communication that prioritize your… Read more
5 Reasons to Rethink Students Reading Aloud in Class (and What to Do Instead)
Why Asking Students to Read Aloud in Class May Do More Harm Than Good Reading aloud in class—it’s a classic classroom activity, but many educators are now questioning its effectiveness. Here’s why having students read aloud in front of their classmates might need a rethink for today’s classrooms. 1. Increased Student Anxiety with Reading Aloud… Read more
15 of the Most Powerful Phrases Teachers Can Say to Students
Being a teacher is about more than just teaching – it’s about building trust, providing emotional support, building relationships, and showing care. Here are some of the most impactful phrases that can help foster a positive and supportive relationship and environment for your students: These simple but powerful phrases can help create a classroom environment… Read more