High School Edus: do you know of any clubs that have a leadership team - not so much titles like Pres, VP, etc? Think it’s time to retire this sys of leadership, & move towards something A) bigger in avail of leadership opps and B) w/more emphasis on desire to lead rather than college apps. #edusky

High School Edus: do you know of any clubs that have a leadership team - not necessarily titles like Pres, VP, etc? Think it’s time to retire this system of leadership, & move towards something A) bigger in avail of leadership opps and B) w/more emphasis on desire to lead rather than college apps.

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Read the whole thread. @joedale shares a wealth of information for educators.

This part right here —> “Students with learning disabilities frequently have to work harder…warranting the use of more explicit approaches that often benefit all students.” ✅

Instapaper seems to be a good alternative to Pocket for bookmarking purposes. Anyone use it? #RIPPocket

Are there any virtual education conferences, free or a small fee, this summer? Or webinars? I have not a single PL opportunity happening, but would like to change that, if possible. #edusky

@cybraryman1.bsky.social Hi there! Have you seen any info on AI chats that will be going on this summer? Either here or on the former Twitter ?

@edutopia.org I got your wishes for a happy teachers’ appreciation week in my inbox this morning. Thank you for that. You all are an important part of my professional journey, so I celebrate you, too!

Can’t wait until I can use AI for good in a manner similar to this example. There are now ways to have students chat with a bot in a controlled setting AND in French with comprehensibility. Tech has its dangers, BUT there is so much to be celebrated.

So, teachers’ appreciation could really go back to one day rather than a week. It doesn’t feel super special, and, well, the commercialization of everything. Notes from kids and a catered lunch = perfect scenario. Maybe an afternoon, gourmet coffee could be an extra bit of perfection.

"What will set students apart is their ability to think critically, solve complex problems, connect ideas across disciplines, and create original work that feels human and meaningful." spencereducation.com/depth-ai/

“The attacks are not random. They seem designed to intimidate those of us who serve in this critical capacity,” Jackson told a judges’ conference in Puerto Rico. “The threats and harassment are attacks on our democracy, on our system of government."

“People, especially new parents looking for awesome bedtime stories, need to be reading everything they can possibly find about these ancient and powerful beings instead of blindly accepting the narrow range of depictions put forth by the mainstream media,” Kennedy wrote theonion.com/rfk-jr-...

10/10 recommend taking students out on the day of your birth when it occurs on a weekday. I just did a nature scavenger hunt in French out by the pond on our campus.

Prochainement sur les écrans theamericanfrenchfilmfestival.org/virtual-cine...

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I’m running a FREE webinar in collaboration with Carrick-on-Shannon Education Support Centre on 1st May 2025: Advanced Techniques for Language Resource Creation. It’s online, 6:30–8:00 PM (BST / UTC +1), and open to primary and post-primary teachers.

Beginning now, this is the latest I’ve ever had spring break as a teacher. Ever. #TiredButYayBreak #ViveLesCongés

IFKYK #FrenchTeacherLife #Frenchedu

Bonus: Live in France. Ridiculous, though, that it’s come to this.

Yes! When considering any question regarding (best) practices in the classroom, always ask first: What is in the best interest of my learners? (Hint: it’s not about the teacher.)

“I can’t find my assignment in Google Classroom!” “Can you print this for me?” When faced with a tech problem, students often run for the hills. Reflecting the responsibility back to them can help show them they’re less helpless than they think. 🖥️💫 #EduSky #EdTech

@brianbuffington.bsky.social Your Minecraft song is a hit with the 5yo fan! #CreeperKeepOnCreepin

When you speak English ten times, you “pay up,” and, in this case, find one treat that wasn’t produced in a facility where there is any type of tree nut for a learner. Always remember the food allergy kids.

#eduskyai Day 3 A: Suno. It has great potential for French classes. Planning to use unit expressions for the lyrics to help students learn key language.

Thank you, #eduskychat , participants and moderators ! Time to read bedtime stories to my little one.

#eduskychat A3: Some students maintain a brick wall, which becomes quite the challenge. It’s helpful to let them know that you’re there to help them, and check back periodically. Contact w/family & school support team to make them aware & offer to answer Qs & provide course info.

#eduskychat A2: I accept work up until about a week before grades are due each quarter. It’s helpful to know circumstances, but I don’t super believe what is said to me, generally speaking, so it’s not super essential.

A1: Learner participation is essential for success in French class. How it looks for each individual can vary. Bottom line: If participation does not occur, it’s unlikely that there will be success on the integrated performance assessment (summative) at the end of each unit. #eduskychat

A1: Learner participation is essential for success in French class. How it looks for each individual can vary. Bottom line: If participation does not occur, it’s unlikely that there will be success on the integrated performance assessment (summative) at the end of each unit.

Good evening, #eduskychat! High school French teacher in South Carolina. This topic interests me, especially because of the use of “or” in the topic question.

— @steelethoughts.bsky.social #teachers #SchoolLeaders

How do you support students who are overwhelmed by taking tests? 📝 #EdChat #EduSky #assessment

Data is collected. What happens next? 😉 #LetsFocusOnDataButNotFocusOnData

High school teachers: These easy-to-incorporate activities get students engaged with the lives of trailblazing women—in history class, science, economics, and more subjects. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #EduSky

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@brianbuffington.bsky.social Thank you for the shout-out in the weekly email! That was a surprise! 😄 Have a great rest of your week and weekend!

Dear @bsky.app Will you all add emojis to the photo editing options? I no longer post my learners’ faces.

Calling all #langchat teachers!

I was today year’s old when I saw a girls’ lacrosse game. Who knew they wore skirts (skorts?) to run around the field and avoid getting a beat down with a wooden stick. Nice.

The ring, discovered by a metal detectorist in the U.K., is estimated to sell for between $19,000 and $23,000 at auction.

@pnabbie.bsky.social hey! I just realized you’re here. This is where I imagine I’ll be from now on. So, hi! Hope you’re well.

Great tips for courses in which learners are developing/honing writing skills.

LeBron James has been so good for so long, there's a famous running joke about when he might slow down. At age 40, where does his 50,000 career points record put him in the GOAT debate?

Please join us for #Edchat tonight! Our topic: How can school administrators better support teachers amid the social and political turmoil affecting schools, particularly the rise of anti-teacher, anti-facts, and anti-public school rhetoric? Your thoughts? #EduSky

This year, I bought $14 Mardi Gras King cakes for classes and club. My baby turned 5yo yesterday, so his celebration was at the top of my agenda! No baking/prepping homemade treats this year. My nut allergy person had a cosmic brownie instead. Remember those kids. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

@brianbuffington.bsky.social Thank you for sharing that article about AI and expectations. I’ll be mentioning it in class tomorrow. #AILessonsInLilChunks Also, congrats to your dear boy for his accomplishments! And hats off to the proud dad and family for the guidance and upbringing! #BuffNuggets

We want to hear from you—literally. ☎️ Your message could be featured in an upcoming podcast! #EduSky #EdChat