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Ignite Your Teaching

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Send us a text In this episode, PattI dives into the “efficiency mindset” — a powerful approach to simplify split-grade teaching. Instead of planning two separate lessons, learn how to teach one lesson with differentiated outputs that meet both grades’ expectations. Key Takeaways: The mindset shift: one lesson, different outputsHow to find overlapping skills in your curriculumExamples across math, language, science, and social studiesWhy this approach saves time and strengthens learningHow un...

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Send us a text In this episode, PattI dives into the “efficiency mindset” — a powerful approach to simplify split-grade teaching. Instead of planning two separate lessons, learn how to teach one lesson with differentiated outputs that meet both grades’ expectations. Key Takeaways: The mindset shift: one lesson, different outputsHow to find overlapping skills in your curriculumExamples across math, language, science, and social studiesWhy this approach saves time and strengthens learningHow un...

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Ignite Your Teaching

How to Combine Lessons in a Split Grade Classroom

Send us a text In this episode, PattI dives into the “efficiency mindset” — a powerful approach to simplify split-grade teaching. Instead of planning two separate lessons, learn how to teach one lesson with differentiated outputs that meet both grades’ expectations. Key Takeaways: The mindset shift: one lesson, different outputsHow to find overlapping skills in your curriculumExamples across math, language, science, and social studiesWhy this approach saves time and strengthens learningHow un...

1 day ago

9 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Split Grade Teaching Myths

Send us a text Think teaching a split grade means double the prep and double the stress? Think again! In this episode, Patti dives into the most common myths about teaching combined grades and reveals the truth about what actually makes them work. Tuck these in your teacher pocket: Plan one unified lesson for both grades (without doubling your workload)See the curriculum as a continuum instead of two separate checklistsSimplify planning by focusing on skills, not just expectationsStrengthen c...

2 weeks ago

16 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

The Power of Doing Less: How Simplifying Your Teaching Can Benefit Everyone

Send us a text In this episode, I discuss how teachers can improve their teaching effectiveness and reduce burnout by doing less. We talk about how teachers often take on too much, leading to stress and decreased impact on student learning. By simplifying routines, reducing unnecessary tasks, and fostering student independence, you can create a more efficient and effective learning environment. I also share my own personal experiences and offer practical tips for letting go of non-essential t...

4 weeks ago

7 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Transform Your Classroom with Math Centers: Engage, Empower, and Assess Effectively

Send us a textUnlock the secret to transforming your classroom with our latest episode, where we reveal the magic of math centers in junior education. Imagine a world where students are not only engaged but also empowered to become independent thinkers and problem solvers. Join us as we explore how math centers can simplify teaching, facilitate guided math, and foster essential social skills through collaboration. With personalized learning at the forefront, we discuss how these dynamic hubs ...

10 months ago

17 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Mastering Diagnostic Assessments in Language Arts

Send us a textUnlock the secrets to a more effective language arts classroom by mastering the use of diagnostic assessments. This episode promises to transform your approach to teaching by helping you understand your students' current writing and reading abilities without overwhelming yourself. Discover how to make writing enjoyable for students while collecting valuable samples that reveal their storytelling and paragraph writing skills. On the reading front, find out how a simple spelling d...

11 months ago

9 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Why Building Relationships Supports Stronger Literacy Skills

Send us a textIn this video, we dive into the essential steps to establish strong relationships with students during the beginning of the school year. Building trust and respect sets the foundation for a positive classroom environment, especially when teaching language arts, where students often share personal thoughts in their writing.We'll explore strategies for creating a classroom based on mutual respect, emphasizing the importance of showing genuine interest in each student. Discover how...

11 months ago

10 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Organizing Your Literacy Block: Schedules and Routines

Send us a textIn this video, we kick off a series on creating a structured, efficient routine for your literacy block. As many teachers struggle to fit all elements of language arts into their schedules, this video offers practical tips for establishing a consistent and adaptable framework that builds student confidence and helps teachers stay organized.We’ll walk through setting up a weekly schedule, dividing time between spelling, vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and writing. The...

1 year ago

10 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Transforming Classrooms with Empower: Evidence-Based Literacy Support

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Erin Panda, a researcher from Brock University, to discuss her recent study on the Empower Reading Program. Collaborating with the Hospital for Sick Children and the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board, Erin shares insights into the impact of Empower, an evidence-based reading intervention program that helps struggling readers develop decoding, spelling, and comprehension skills.As a classroom teacher and parent, I’ve witnessed Empower's tr...

1 year ago

36 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Dear New Teacher: Planning, Assessment and Creating a Culture of Belonging - An Interview With Dr. Lori Friesen

Send us a textTransform your teaching toolkit with the wisdom of Dr. Lori Friesen, the beacon for educators navigating today's classroom challenges. Unearth the secrets to lesson planning and assessment mastery, and let us guide you through shaping a classroom environment that's as organized as it is enriching. By the end of our discussion, the teacher planning binder and student data binders will become your new best friends, dramatically reducing your workload while amplifying the effective...

1 year ago

38 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Dear New Teacher: Prepare For Back To School- An Interview with Dr. Lori Friesan

Send us a textWe’re excited to have Dr. Lori, the author of "Dear New Teacher: Here's Exactly What To Do," join us for an insightful discussion on preparing for your first teaching job. This episode is filled with essential tips for new teachers, from classroom setup to managing classroom dynamics. Dr. Lori’s expert advice will help you start the school year strong.Discover the best practices for creating a welcoming and efficient classroom, establishing routines, and maintaining a positive l...

1 year ago

30 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Save Time Writing Report Cards

Send us a textIn this podcast episode, I introduce Simply Graded, a game-changer for teachers during report card season. Discover how this powerful tool simplifies and automates the report card comment process, saving you countless hours. Learn how Simply Graded uses advanced formulas in Google Sheets to streamline the workflow, making it easy to generate personalized, comprehensive comments for your students.Watch the video: https://youtu.be/4yItIZzjFqQKey concepts covered include:report car...

1 year ago

14 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Prepare for Your Next Teaching Interview: A Step By Step Guide

Send us a textImagine stepping into your teaching interview with the calm confidence of a seasoned educator, knowing you've got the inside scoop on everything from the school's ethos to the principal's pet projects. That's exactly what we're equipping you for in today's insightful session, as we dissect the preparation process, ensuring you're not just another face in the applicant crowd. With my own experiences of being both the interviewer and the interviewee, I'll guide you through the nua...

1 year ago

18 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Making the Decision: Is It Time to Change Your Teaching Role?

Send us a textNavigating the annual staffing shuffle can feel like a high-stakes chess game for educators, and we're here to coach you through it. Get ready to gain valuable insights into the decision-making process that can determine your next move in the world of teaching. Whether you've received an unexpected grade-level change or you're contemplating a transfer within a unionized system, this episode peels back the layers of complexity involved. We share stories from the trenches about th...

1 year ago

20 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Maximizing a 60-Minute Literacy Block: Strategies for Teachers

Send us a textHave you ever felt like there just aren't enough hours in the day, especially when it comes to teaching literacy? You're not alone. In our latest episode, we dive straight into the heart of this dilemma, revealing how to maintain a high-quality English program within the tight squeeze of a 60-minute frame. We're handing over the blueprint for educators to seamlessly weave together the essential threads of literacy instruction, even when they're teaching English to students in Fr...

1 year ago

28 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Strategies to Avoid Teacher Burnout

Send us a textAs we transition into the second half of the school year, it's crucial to reassess our teaching strategies and classroom management techniques. In this video, we delve into the concept of Return on Investment (ROI) in education, examining how to balance innovative teaching methods with the practicalities of time management and mental health. We discuss the pitfalls of adopting every attractive idea seen on platforms like Instagram and Pinterest and the importance of setting boun...

1 year ago

14 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Innovative Teaching Tactics for Students Who Finish First

Send us a textDiscover the secrets to transforming your classroom with our latest deep dive into the world of early finishers. I'm Patty Furth, and in this episode, we dissect the challenges that swift completers present to elementary educators. You'll learn about the three distinct archetypes—the rushers, the workhorses, and the intellectually gifted—and how to tailor your teaching to each student's drive. We don't just examine why these students finish early; we explore how to elevate their...

1 year ago

21 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Boosting Student Literacy with Effective Nonfiction Writing Techniques

Send us a textReady to unlock the secrets to teaching nonfiction writing? We are setting you up for success in this episode by deconstructing the process of nonfiction report writing. We tackle the vital role of spiraled instruction in literacy and nudge you to ignite your teaching by shifting the focus from disseminating information to engaging students actively in the writing process. We lay out the five-step strategy for writing nonfiction reports, underscoring the necessity of a well-chos...

1 year ago

20 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

8 Mindset Shifts Teachers Need For A Better Work Life Balance

Send us a textHey there, teachers! Welcome to another episode of the "Ignited Your Teaching Video Podcast."In this episode, we're diving into mindset strategies that can transform our classrooms and our sense of fulfillment in this incredible profession.Teaching has changed, and the demands on us as teachers are growing. We're losing some of our power, and it's time to take it back. In this episode, I'll be sharing some mindset shifts that have helped me along the way. My priorities have chan...

1 year ago

33 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

EP260 - Transform Your Literacy Program with Effective Assessment Strategies

Send us a textWhat if you had the toolkit to boost your students' literacy levels? What if you could tailor your teaching styles to meet the individual needs of your learners? Welcome to a powerful episode that unravels the intricacies of incorporating assessments into your literacy program. We strip down the importance of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, helping you understand your students' starting point, observe their progress, and gain a comprehensive view of their profi...

2 years ago

20 minutes

Ignite Your Teaching

Ep 259 - Enhancing Spelling Skills: Transitioning to Ignited Spelling in the Junior Classroom

Send us a textWhat if your students could effortlessly understand spelling patterns and rules, and not just memorize words for a test? What if you, as an educator, could transition smoothly away from traditional worksheets to an engaging and comprehensive spelling program? That's exactly what we're tackling in today's episode. We're voyaging through the fresh and comprehensive approach of teaching spelling to juniors using Ignited Spelling. We expose the gaps in foundational skills due to lac...

2 years ago

30 minutes