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Certified elementary school teacher from the USA with over eighteen years of teaching experience in all levels of elementary school through 8th grade. I've taught in 2 public schools, and 2 private schools, including 11 years teaching abroad. Currently I am the math instructional coach for elementary and middle at a private school which follows the IB PYP and MYP frameworks.
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Synectics Questions for Get to Know You / Back to School / Critical Thinking
Synectics questions take two unlike items and put them into a question of comparison in a unusual way. These are then discussed, with all answers being okay as long as you have a reason to back up your point of view. Perfect for discussions in pairs, morning meetings, circle time, back to school get to know you activities, centers, creative writing opinion prompts, chalk talk, debate preparation and more. Easy for all students to participate in because there's no one "right" answer. They're a ty
2nd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Synectics Questions: Get to Know You / Back to School /Critical Thinking Freebie
Synectics questions take two unlike items and put them into a question of comparison in a unusual way. These are then discussed, with all answers being okay as long as you have a reason to back up your point of view. Perfect for discussions in pairs, morning meetings, circle time, back to school get to know you activities, chalk talk, debate preparation and more. Easy for all students to participate in because there's no one "right" answer. They're a type of low floor-high ceiling activity.
2nd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
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Experience
Certified elementary school teacher from the USA with over eighteen years of teaching experience in all levels of elementary school through 8th grade. I've taught in 2 public schools, and 2 private schools, including 11 years teaching abroad. Currently I am the math instructional coach for elementary and middle at a private school which follows the IB PYP and MYP frameworks.
Teaching style
I strive to keep things learner-centered. It's about the students drawing their own conclusions, thinking critically, designing, creating, and making their own choices.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Each "lightbulb moment" with a student is the greatest joy for me!
My own education history
B.S. in Elementary Eduction from Auburn University
B.A. in Spanish Language from Auburn University
M.A. Ed. in International Eduction Administration from Endicott College
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Podcast: Raising Thinkers
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