You might be surprised to know that your students might not know each other's names. In this minisode, Colin discusses two fun name games to improve class community and cohesion.
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TT029 Two name games to improve class cohesion (Name of the Game)

Become a better high school teacher with strategies to stress less, save time, be creative, and feel more confident in your classroom. Teachers Colin Dodds and Michelle Davis take you through quick, impactful tactics, including getting started in September, classroom management, games, activities, lesson planning, assessment, evaluation, tests, dealing with difficult students, working with colleagues and parents, and self-care.

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In this minisode, Colin discusses a few ways to get valuable feedback about your teaching practice, including a few ways to get useful feedback from your students.
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TT033 How to ask for teacher feedback (Grade the Grader)

In this minisode, Colin talks about the value of critique-based journaling, and how it can be an easy and effective way to get your students to exercise higher-level thinking skills about your subject.
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TT031 The power of a critical viewing journal (Everyone’s a Critic)

In this minisode, Colin discusses a way to flip the script and put the responsibility of a lesson on the teacher, making students more comfortable asking for help.
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TT028 How to encourage student questions (Flip the Script)

In this minisode, Colin discusses a simple and easy technique that you can use for your students (or your own) motivation.
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TT029 Two name games to improve class cohesion (Name of the Game)

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