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How Wicomico County Public Schools Saved Time and Improved Data Usage
Until 2016, the staff at WCPS lamented about time wasted doing everyday tasks. Hunting for information on multiple platforms was time-consuming and frustrating. The wasted time affected more than morale. The extra…
April 14, 2021 -
Six Ways to Develop Strong Work Habits with Young Remote Learners
Educators agree that virtual instruction is not optimal in any grade, but especially in the early years. Grades kindergarten through second grade lay the foundation for future academic success. Yet, as of early December 2020, 63% of US students in grades K-2 received some of their schooling virtually this school year. Their teachers are under…
April 7, 2021 -
Applying Progressive Teaching Practices to the Post-Pandemic Era
The most important professional lessons often come at a price. If you are like most educators, this school year you shed tears of frustration and spent endless hours adapting your methods to…
March 15, 2021 -
Earn up to $625 For You and Your Students!
Join the #edocchallenge! Do you like prizes? Do you want to help us expand our eDoctrina Training Library? Do you have a firm grasp on at least one component of eDoctrina’s Assessment…
February 23, 2021 -
Help Students Succeed with Group Work (Even Virtually)
Chelsea remembers the moment when her group’s presentation tumbled off the cliff from being a mediocre summary and into the abyss of unsubstantiated gibberish. The poorly made slides were out of order,…
February 16, 2021 -
Important “Look-Fors” when Choosing an Observational Instrument
You have high expectations. You recognize that teacher observations have the potential to be much more than a step in the Annual Professional Performance Review, APPR (3012-c and 3012-d). All teachers, not just those on Teacher…
February 3, 2021 -
Winter Testimonial Contest Winner!
Thank you to everyone who submitted an entry for our Winter Testimonial Contest! We are pleased to announce that Jon Krawiec, a High School Earth Science teacher at Waterville CSD, is the…
February 2, 2021 -
How to Embrace the New Frontier of Engaging Students Virtually
You are a trailblazer. Engaging students and helping them thrive in a virtual environment opens unique education possibilities. Change is rarely comfortable, though. You have probably experienced several pitfalls of teaching remotely. Achieving…
January 28, 2021 -
Ways to Improve Emotional Support for Teachers
Teachers act as a frontline support system for students’ emotional needs. COVID-19 intensifies the emotional needs of students, which intensifies emotional stress for teachers. Many district leaders are looking for ways to increase…
January 26, 2021 -
Help Students Returning to the Classroom Navigate their Emotions
Ms. Conner guarded the door, which was ajar, so seven-year-old Mark would feel safe changing his rain-soaked clothes. As Ms. Conner discretely ensured Mark’s privacy, she pondered his destructive tendencies and realized that…
January 6, 2021