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Student led conferences are a great way for students to show off their work to parents. They also get the chance to talk about their progress and future goals in a more natural way. Teachers help students plan for their conferences, guide portfolio selection and support with self-evaluation checklists. These conference practices build motivation, clarity … Read more
Neuroplasticity is a fascinating cognitive ability that makes it possible to learn new things and recover from injury or trauma. It allows healthy brain regions to take up the slack of impaired areas, as is often seen in stroke patients. While neuroplasticity peaks in early childhood, that doesn’t mean that adults don’t have it. In … Read more
You may have noticed a strange phrase popping up in TikTok videos lately: sussy baka. It’s a play on words that combine two popular memes. Originally, it’s a variation of sus, which comes from the video game Among Us. It’s used to call out someone who looks shifty or suspicious. Crocheted Spa Dishes The perfect … Read more
A smoke-filled room and a lucky roll of the dice was all it took to vault Cattlemen’s Steakhouse from cowtown obscurity into the annals of Western folklore. Today, this classic steakhouse offers a sophisticated atmosphere and mouthwatering food. It is located in Stockyard City near the OKC Rattlesnake Museum and is open for lunch and … Read more
Kids have a lot of expendable energy, and it can often present itself at inopportune times. Brain breaks are great ways to help kids burn off energy while re-focusing their minds and sense of clarity. These short, fun activities can be anything from a dance break to a simple activity page like drawing an abstract … Read more
From Route 66 diners to swanky spots serving up gourmet creations, Oklahoma’s got great burgers. From a single patty topped with cheese to one that’s enough for two people, these sandwiches will satisfy even the heartiest appetites. The burgers at Tucker’s keep the taste of an authentic onion burger alive, but they also offer turkey … Read more
If you love the idea of scouring through bins and crates filled with vinyl records, you’ll be happy to know that Oklahoma City still has some excellent record stores. These local, mom and pop establishments are owned and operated by devoted music fans who want to share their passion with the community. Trolley Stop Record … Read more
Service learning is a method of teaching and learning that uses experiential, community-based activities to enhance student learning and address identified social issues. Service-learning is a high impact practice and can be used by students across a wide range of disciplines. It strengthens academic content knowledge, promotes civic responsibility and fosters reflection. It also develops … Read more
Despite his many personal challenges, Gardner has always been committed to improving the lives of those around him. This drive has helped him become one of the world’s most successful businessmen and entrepreneurs. Gardner began his career as a naval corpsman stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. After completing his service, he enrolled in … Read more
Teachers need a large arsenal of teaching strategies to help them deliver information to students. One teaching strategy may work well for one group of students, but not for another. Differentiation allows you to meet the learning needs of every student by providing personal learning strategies that work for them. These strategies can include combining … Read more