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Reset Season: How to Rebuild Your Classroom Without Burning Out

This week, I’m sharing a series of Instagram posts all about classroom resets—what they really mean, why they matter, and how to do them without creating more work or pressure. Here’s a full breakdown of the week, plus links to the free resources I mention in each post.

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From Tomes to Conversations: Using AI to Make Pre-Reading More Engaging

Introductory sections in tomes like the Norton Anthology have served as the foundation for contextualizing literature in the classroom forever. These pre-readings offer historical background, thematic overviews, and authorial insights that provide students with essential frameworks before they begin analyzing primary texts. And, you know what? They’re the absolute worst way to engage a high…

Students Use AI Because They Don’t See a Better Option—Let’s Fix That

Why Do Students Turn to AI for Writing? Instead of immediately banning AI in the classroom, educators should ask a more important question: Why are students relying on AI in the first place? Often, it’s not about laziness or dishonesty—it’s about uncertainty, time constraints, or a lack of confidence in their own writing skills. If…

Transparency in the Classroom – Why It Matters More Than Ever

Transparency in the Classroom – Why It Matters More Than Ever

Why Transparency is a Game-Changer in Education Trust is the foundation of any successful classroom. When students understand how they’re being evaluated, why assignments matter, and how AI fits into their learning process, they’re far more likely to engage with their work authentically. Transparency isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity for fostering academic integrity and…