Here is a thread on the most important studies on the topic of dyslexia. If you’re interested in the science of reading because you want to help dyslexic students, a highly recommend you read these studies. 1/6

Bosses who insult and intimidate don't get results. They leave people scarred. Data: when NBA players have abusive coaches, they play more poorly for the rest of their careers—and commit more technical fouls. Weak leaders make people weaker. Strong leaders make people stronger.

I was the teacher that enforced this rule and then tried to find something to support why it would ever have been a rule and found nothing. I would argue, for some kids, having their hats or hoods on is more comfortable and could help them learn.

The new Ontario Language Curriculum 1-8, aligned with the recommendations of the Ontario Human Rights Commission, has been released online: dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/curriculum/… Note the inclusion of K on the Foundations Continuum! 🎉

Excellent statement by ⁦OCDSB⁩. Creating Inclusive Classrooms ocdsb.ca/news/creating_…

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It is super important to have a solid Entry Routine! “The first routine that affects classroom culture is the one for how students enter. Like all others, this is a routine whether you realize it (and shape it intentionally) or not. Entry Routine is about making a habit out of

🕒 Wait time 🕒 between asking a question and calling on someone for an answer — as well as waiting to respond to an answer — is an important strategy to include all learners. Sketchnote via 🌍 ναℓєηтιηα gσηzαℓєz

What ADHD Is Not... ADHD is not a behaviour disorder ADHD is not an illness or a disease ADHD is not only a childhood disorder ADHD is not due to bad parenting ADHD does not affect your intelligence ADHD is not caused by too much screen time ADHD is not caused by too much sugar

Effort before offense. Applicable off the ice too.

The impact of a teacher!

I may be late to the game... but have you checked out TextProject.org? They have vocabulary photo cards and thought how useful for vocabulary instruction, especially for those learning English. Check out these picture cards: textproject.org/teachers/vocab…

The best antidote to burnout is not teaching people coping skills to handle stress. It's redesigning work to reduce stress. The cure for exhaustion is removing overwhelming demands and the norm of self-sacrifice. Healthy workplaces value well-being as much as performance.

If you want to raise attainment – teach all children to read If you want better behaviour – teach all children to read If you want better relationships – teach all children to read Start early, do it right, and watch the magic unfold.

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