The blog series, “Micro-routines for Macro-skills,” is a multi-part exploration of how to intentionally teach and validate “durable skills” (soft skills).
Micro-routines for Durable-skills, Part 1: The ‘Why’
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Thinking Routines using the ALM
In this post we explore different ways and purposes for creating thinking routines that group students in different ways to maximize student interaction.
Time Management Skill Development
A discussion of formatively assessing time management to assist students in developing and refining their understanding of the skill.
Time Management
Background Time management is the process of organizing and planning how to divide your time between specific activities. It is believed that good time management enables you to work more efficiently so that you get more done in less time. Additionally time management...
Time Management Routines
In the previous post, we shared research about time management and its potential implications. We believe it is important to make sure our work is grounded in research and not anecdotal evidence. We do believe teacher experience is critical to helping students...
How Can We Artfully Teach the Science of Reading: Q & A with Dr. David Paige
Ashley Perkins interviews Dr. David Paige, co-author of Artfully Teaching the Science of Reading, to learn more about this research and thinking on the topic of literacy.
Supporting Access, Learning, and Reflection through Strategic Engagement
Research consistently supports the importance of engaging students at multiple stages—before, during, and after reading—to enhance reading comprehension and facilitate deeper learning. Each stage has a specific purpose that collectively supports students' ability to...