Full conversation with Adrian here, which included a handful of questions from folks on Bluesky—a fun new addition to the podcast that I'm excited to lean into more going forward! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Sure thing! shared via @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social a few years ago: www.cultofpedagogy.com/poetry-galle...

"This pestering color of life, bold." It turns out when you ask 90+ students to craft narrative poems, they don't just have a lot to say—they say that "a lot" in incredible ways. (Seriously: this job is such a privilege. To get to read these?)

"But at what cost? At what point do we stop and ask where the line should be?" Reading the 10 scenarios at the end of this post was haunting but also urgent—especially as someone who is living out some of them right now. Must-read piece, imo

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Google Workspace AI for Education: Top Features to Use With Students in 2026 #EdTech https://educationtechnology.news/article?id=986807

We're kicking off the year like we always do, with a round-up of six educational tech tools we think are worth a look. My lead tech specialist, @getteachingtech.bsky.social, joins me to talk about them. www.cultofpedagogy.com/6-ed-tech-to...

AI doesn’t have to mean “one more thing.” It can mean quick check-ins, smarter interventions, and clearer insights — all in minutes, not hours. These are the tools teachers actually use 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=99aK...

“Dialogue should give your readers an immediate view into your character's thoughts. A window into their lives. A view you can't get with the narrator alone. Dialogue should hint to the reader a little bit about what your characters are like in the story.” - Wrtr #AmWriting #Writing #Writer #Author

Writing prompts for *every* grade level! ✍️ Try one of these ideas to build students’ writing skills and confidence. #EduSky #literacy

Want to give this lesson a try in your classroom? 💡 The full article has all the free resources you need to get started: edut.to/4ofs69i 6/6

Grades have a purpose, but they can also stifle innovative teaching, ramp up stress levels for everyone involved, and create a competitive environment that prioritizes performance over growth. Here are 9 research-backed reasons to grade less: #EduSky

With scaffolding and support, this school creates a pathway for students to lead their own IEP meetings, and become active participants in making decisions about the future. 💪 #SpecialEducation #EduSky

Proud to have made Ashlee, RatedED's list, "15 Education Keynote Speakers Who Will Actually Inspire Your Staff" alongside some amazing people! #EDUSky Check it out: rateded.substack.com/p/15-educati...

Cell phone policies can help create structure, but they don’t build consistent digital habits—those have to be taught, modeled, practiced, and reflected upon. 📱💭 Educator @rdene915.bsky.social shares some tips. #EduSky #ClassroomManagement

Listen to the latest #podcast episode with Todd Blommer, who wrote "The Blueprint: Survive and Thrive as a School Administrator" by Road to Awesome, LLC which helps new #administrators with #challenges they may encounter @danagoodier.bsky.social outofthetrenches.podbean.com/e/episode-38...

Do you ever give optional assignments in your classroom? Educator Jennifer Davis Bowman has used them for years as a way to champion the idea of learning for the sake of learning. 🌟 Here’s how they can increase academic responsibility and build an intrinsic desire for knowledge. #EduSky

Gamification and the Quest for Commercial Nonfiction tinyurl.com/mvjbawum #TLsky #Skybrarian #edusky #kidlit

A few evidence-based tweaks to your first moments of instruction can boost focus and motivation! 🧠 Teacher @cathleenbeachbd.bsky.social explains how to use this research-backed strategy—and shares a free downloadable resource to help. #EduSky

By teaching students to see problem solving in 5 distinct stages, teachers can help their students tackle complex word problems with confidence! 🌟 #MathSky #ITeachMath #EduSky

How do you build strong readers who know how to analyze what they’re reading? Good modeling while reading higher-level texts will do the trick. 📖 #literacy #EduSky

You can get this here a.co/d/6AAU1cO and look for our next one, The Better Teacher’s Toolbox, in July!

The sheen of the new school year might have worn off, but there are still plenty of ways to keep students engaged and excited, writes middle school science teacher Lindsay Kervan. 🎈 #ClassroomManagement #EduSky

Knowing how to find pertinent and reliable resources is an essential skill for learning. 🧠💪 Here’s how AP research teacher and librarian Benjamin Barbour trains his students to refine their ideas and identify good sources as they explore new topics. #EduSky 🧵1/6

Halloween story to share and enjoy www.booksie.com/731106-the-g...

Helping Young Students Build Confidence in Writing Through Revision www.edutopia.org/article/teac...

@susangbarber.bsky.social and I have lasted as long as we have in the classroom because we know what is important to us. Here are 25 things we value in 2025. muchadoaboutteaching.com/25-things-te...

The Seductions of A.I. for the Writer’s Mind www.nytimes.com/2025/07/18/o...

65 Essential Children’s Books - The Atlantic

To thrive as an early career #teacher & set yourself up for a long career you must build healthy habits from day one. From wellbeing, workload & behaviour to #teaching tips & #safeguarding advice, this free 21-page SecEd guide is here to help: buff.ly/2FeSYa3 #teachers

Why try this video project ahead of parent-teacher conferences? Students recognize the value of their peers. 🤩 Your classroom community gets stronger. 💪 It bridges the gap between school and home. 🏠 #EduSky

As anyone who’s taught middle school knows, a classroom filled with young adolescents can transform from chill to rowdy in a matter of seconds. These teacher-tested tactics can help you quickly restore calm! 🙌

Wondering about AI, but not sure where to start? Here’s a no-pressure guide on how to dip your toe in the water with simple experiments that won’t overwhelm! #EdTech #EduSky #EduSkyAI

Teachers may feel their lessons are in one ear and out the other—but @cathleenbeachbd.bsky.social explains that it doesn’t have to be that way! 🧠 #EduSky

By having informal, consistent one-on-one conversations, school leaders can build better relationships with teachers and create a stronger school culture! 🏫 #SchoolLeaders #Principals #EduSky

Looking for ways to break down characters and characterization in your classroom? Or teach students how to analyze and discuss what they’re reading? Check out these anchor charts from ELA teacher @jen.litandtech.com 📖👇 #ELATeacher #EduSky

I have embedded the literacy narrative into the weekly work of my writing classes. Zero regrets. metawriting.deannamascle.com/3-reasons-re...

11 EdTech Tools and Study Tips for Students #edusky #eduskyai

From card-stacking challenges to drawing activities to beach ball toss, these 22 get-to-know-you activities can help teachers lay the groundwork for a strong class culture. 🙌 #BackToSchool #EduSky

4 ways to guide students to overcome learned helplessness: edut.to/45Da4XK #SEL #NewTeacher #EduSky

Columbia University’s agreement with the Trump administration is a disaster for academic freedom, freedom of speech, & the independence of American higher education. Never in the history of our nation has an educational institution so thoroughly bent to the will of an autocrat. 1/

My favorite picture books of the year so far. Which are your favorites? imaginationsoup.net/30-best-pict... #kidlit

“Strong parent partnerships are essential to effective special education,” educator Richard Celebre says. Here are 6 strategies to increase family engagement. ⭐ #SpecialEducation #EduSky

Edtech expert @classtechtips.com shares 3 ChatGPT features that will save you time *and* are worth your time! 🕰️ #EduSkyAI #EduAI #EdTech #EduSky

Plan with purpose & equity 🧩✨ Stop designing for “all” learners — start designing for EACH of them. Check out these 5 actionable strategies to elevate equity in your lesson plans. buff.ly/BRoww8n #edusky #education #teaching

Teachers know the importance of differentiation—but you may struggle with finding time to hunt down texts at different reading levels. 📖 A new tool, Diffit, may be able to help. Edutopia’s @dalorleon.bsky.social shares a quick demo. #EdTech #EduSkyAI #EduSky

Attention, HS teachers! For a new @edutopia.org story, I'm seeking strategies to quickly quiet a noisy high school class—beyond the usual countdowns and ringing bells. What's your most creative approach for older kids? Bonus points for sharing a memorable "I can't believe that worked" moment! 😅

Our classroom management resources can help you: 👍 Encourage positive behavior. 👎 Discourage negative behavior. 🤝 Cultivate a strong community! Check them out: edut.to/3YRo38P #ClassroomManagement #EduSky

Using AI Tools to Support PBL #edusky #eduskyai