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Teaching Mentor Sentences in the Digital Classroom

As teaching has shifted to a digital classroom setting, so has the WAY teachers deliver instruction. Mentor sentence lessons are something I have always been a strong believer that doesn’t fit the 1:1 mold: The class discussions drive the lessons. They learn from each other through those discussions. Misconceptions should be corrected right away and […]

Virtual Learning in the ELA Classroom

Years ago, when schools were closed for snow, flooding, or mass illnesses, the school year was extended to make sure students got in all of their learning days. Virtual learning was like something from The Jetsons! Now, districts can choose to have digital learning days to help make up for that missed learning. In this […]

How to Model Descriptive Writing With a Mentor Text

Descriptive writing, or what many teachers like to call “show, don’t tell writing,” is a skill that needs to be practiced and modeled A LOT for students to truly master it. Check out one of my favorite lessons for modeling writing with a mentor text to help students be as descriptive as possible! This lesson […]

Ideas By Jivey

5 days ago

TOMORROW is the big day!!!Have you gotten your ticket? jivey--feelgoodteaching.thrivecart.com/whole-teacher-eclecticcon-2021/We know you have a LOT of choices when it comes to online PD. So here are just a few reasons Whole-Teacher EclecticCon is a can’t-miss conference! 🍎 We plan with the WHOLE TEACHER in mind: Maslow before Bloom -- applies to you too! You’ll find sessions for your core content, of course, but you’ll also find sessions to help you retire comfortably (if not rich), balance your personal and teacher life, prevent burnout, rediscover the “happy” of teaching and more. You are not a machine.🍏 Hybrid of live sessions and recorded sessions to inspire and reconnect you to your calling. 🍎 Access to everything for a full year, so watch on your own schedule🍏 We don’t shy away from tough, nuanced topics. Bring your questions, we’re here to bring thoughtful, practical solutions to issues in education.🍎 Legit PD credit options. Yes, we have our own certificate like all the other conferences, but we also have official transcript options from UCSB Extension, along with several state-specific options. Check out our registration site FAQ and check with your district to see if our options work for their requirements.🍏 Our attendees LOVE the inspiration, practical tips, above-and-beyond organization and customer service they experience. We frequently hear, “Best Conference Ever!” and that’s our goal every time -- create the best conference ever, at an accessible price for teachers everywhere. You’ll pay less than $1 per session at Whole-Teacher EclecticCon. 😍 If that all sounds good to you, head over to the site to get all the details, read what last year’s attendees had to say, and more: jivey--feelgoodteaching.thrivecart.com/whole-teacher-eclecticcon-2021/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Ideas By Jivey

7 days ago

🥰Whole-Teacher EclecticCon is back July 19 -23!Want to come? I'll be giving away one seat on Saturday, July 17! All you have to do is let me know which session (besides mine of course 😉) you are most looking forward to when you attend. Check out the list of over 60 sessions available at Whole-Teacher EclecticCon by scrolling down to the sessions list on this page: jivey--feelgoodteaching.thrivecart.com/whole-teacher-eclecticcon-2021/There really is something for everyone at this virtual conference!Summary of awesomeness to expect:🍎 60+ sessions, panels, and interviews from 40+ passionate educators🍎 30+ hours of video sessions🍎 LIVE special presentations & panels each day (replays available)🍎 $2000+ in freebies, raffles, & giveaways🍎 Private, pop-up conference Facebook group to interact with presenters and teachers around the world🍎 Access to all content for a full year, so you can take things at your own pace🍎 Options for PD credits (see site FAQ for details)If you've already registered and you win, we'll refund your payment.Head to the site for more info: jivey--feelgoodteaching.thrivecart.com/whole-teacher-eclecticcon-2021/ ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

🙄 … another virtual conference?!Well, yes and no. It is a virtual conference, but it’s not *just* a virtual conference. jivey--feelgoodteaching.thrivecart.com/whole-teacher-eclecticcon-2021/We know you have a LOT of choices when it comes to online PD. So here are just a few reasons Whole-Teacher EclecticCon is a can’t-miss conference! 🍎 We plan with the WHOLE TEACHER in mind: Maslow before Bloom -- applies to you too! You’ll find sessions for your core content, of course, but you’ll also find sessions to help you retire comfortably (if not rich), balance your personal and teacher life, prevent burnout, rediscover the “happy” of teaching and more. You are not a machine.🍏 Hybrid of live sessions and recorded sessions to inspire and reconnect you to your calling. 🍎 Access to everything for a full year, so watch on your own schedule🍏 We don’t shy away from tough, nuanced topics. Bring your questions, we’re here to bring thoughtful, practical solutions to issues in education.🍎 Legit PD credit options. Yes, we have our own certificate like all the other conferences, but we also have official transcript options from UCSB Extension, along with several state-specific options. Check out our registration site FAQ and check with your district to see if our options work for their requirements.🍏 Our attendees LOVE the inspiration, practical tips, above-and-beyond organization and customer service they experience. We frequently hear, “Best Conference Ever!” and that’s our goal every time -- create the best conference ever, at an accessible price for teachers everywhere. You’ll pay less than $1 per session at Whole-Teacher EclecticCon. 😍 If that all sounds good to you, head over to the site to get all the details, read what last year’s attendees had to say, and more: jivey--feelgoodteaching.thrivecart.com/whole-teacher-eclecticcon-2021/ ... See MoreSee Less

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