Parent-teacher conferences are a critical component of teaching and serve as a crucial bridge between home and school. Teachers and parents are given the opportunity to collaborate to make sure a student is on their way to succeeding. I’m here as your teacher bestie to fill you in on my top ten ways to ace your parent teacher conferences.
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6 Fun Structure of DNA Activities to Try
We all know that teaching complex scientific concepts like DNA structure can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But what if I told you that learning about the fascinating structure of DNA doesn’t have to be a tedious task for your students?
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5 Easy Ideas for Professional Development for Science Teachers
As teachers, we are advocates of learning. It’s important to foster a love of learning, not only in our students, but also in our own lives! Part of that is professional development – so today we are looking at 5 easy and fun PD opportunities for science educators.
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5 Fun Ideas to Enhance Reading and Writing Skills in Biology Class
I don’t know about you, but my biology students seem to forget that they need to write in complete sentences. Yet in their English lessons, they are able to write pages of beautiful essays! Here are 5 fun ideas to enhance their reading & writing skills in Biology class.
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Incorporating Technology in High School Biology
Greetings, fellow high school biology educators! Today, we’re talking all about technology! Are you the teacher who embraces technology, or the teacher who tries to go about their day without it in the classroom? (No judgment if you’re the latter!)
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My Top Strategies for How to Run a Successful Science Lab
As you gear up for another exciting school year, it’s time to delve into the heart of science education: the laboratory. I want to ask you a question and please be honest… Who has ever been intimidated by the laboratory? I should see most, if not all, hands up in the air! I’m not ashamed to admit: I have been intimidated by running labs many, MANY times over the years.
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5 Ways to Create an Accessible High School Biology Classroom
As educators, it is our responsibility to create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for all students. In a high school biology classroom, fostering accessibility and diversity is crucial to ensure that every student can engage with the subject matter effectively. In this blog post, we will explore 5 strategies and techniques that science teachers can implement to establish an accessible and diverse biology classroom.
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New Activities to try in your High School Biology Lessons this Year
It’s a new year, which means it’s a great time to try new activities in your high school biology lessons!
I love to implement new ideas and see how students react and learn. Why not spice up your biology lessons with some exciting activities that will not only captivate your students’ attention but also promote active learning?