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Teacher Tactics: High school teaching strategies

Become a better high school teacher with strategies to stress less, save time, be creative, and feel more confident in your classroom. Teachers Colin Dodds and Michelle Davis take you through quick, i... Read more

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TT026 How to deal with phones in the classroom (Phony Problems)

TT026 How to deal with phones in the classroom (Phony Problems)

In this week's minisode, Colin discusses the pros and cons of dealing with phone distractions - and his favourite respon... Read more

16 Mar 2016

5mins

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TT027 How to get an extra burst of motivation (10 Minute Miracle)

TT027 How to get an extra burst of motivation (10 Minute Miracle)

In this minisode, Colin discusses a simple and easy technique that you can use for your students (or your own) motivatio... Read more

23 Mar 2016

4mins

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TT028 How to encourage student questions (Flip the Script)

TT028 How to encourage student questions (Flip the Script)

In this minisode, Colin discusses a way to flip the script and put the responsibility of a lesson on the teacher, making... Read more

30 Mar 2016

4mins

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TT008 How to discipline or persuade students without power struggles (The House Always Wins)

TT008 How to discipline or persuade students without power struggles (The House Always Wins)

Do you give your students options? Colin and Michelle explain why giving choices can be a win-win for you and your stude... Read more

11 Nov 2015

9mins

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TT003 How to set your rules and seating plan in September (Your Golden Rules)

TT003 How to set your rules and seating plan in September (Your Golden Rules)

What classroom rules are the most important? Colin and Michelle debate the effectiveness of different ways to set up you... Read more

7 Oct 2015

12mins

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TT006 Why compassion is the best way to deal with behavior issues (Love Is All You Need)

TT006 Why compassion is the best way to deal with behavior issues (Love Is All You Need)

Try a different approach. Colin and Michelle explain why it’s best to approach behavior issues with love and compassion,... Read more

28 Oct 2015

13mins

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TT004 What your first assignment of the year should include (Chalk & Awe)

TT004 What your first assignment of the year should include (Chalk & Awe)

Your first assignment sets the tone for the rest of the school year. Colin and Michelle talk about the importance of sta... Read more

14 Oct 2015

10mins

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TT015 Four Bellwork Ideas (Ring the Bell)

TT015 Four Bellwork Ideas (Ring the Bell)

Giving students an activity that they can start before the bell goes is a game-changer: it re-focuses student attention ... Read more

30 Dec 2015

14mins

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TT017 Four review games (Brush Up)

TT017 Four review games (Brush Up)

Make review engaging and enjoyable with one of the four review games that Michelle and Colin discuss in this episode. We... Read more

13 Jan 2016

21mins

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TT007 How to use engaging assignments to eliminate behavior issues (A Very Long Engagement)

TT007 How to use engaging assignments to eliminate behavior issues (A Very Long Engagement)

The best defence is a good offence: Colin and Michelle discuss three simple ways to increase student engagement in your ... Read more

4 Nov 2015

12mins

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TT005 The best desk placements for classroom management (The Danger Zone)

TT005 The best desk placements for classroom management (The Danger Zone)

Are you taking full advantage of your classroom layout? Colin and Michelle talk about the benefits and drawbacks of diff... Read more

21 Oct 2015

17mins

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TT010 6 Ways to Check for Understanding (Progress Check)

TT010 6 Ways to Check for Understanding (Progress Check)

Frequent checks for understanding can make learning a lot easier for you and your students. Colin and Michelle outline s... Read more

25 Nov 2015

15mins

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TT014 Five Customizable Lesson Hooks (Off the Hooks)

TT014 Five Customizable Lesson Hooks (Off the Hooks)

A hook (or “anticipatory set”) is a great way to get students engaged…but it’s tough to keep coming up with new, creativ... Read more

23 Dec 2015

16mins

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TT024 How to pick a Learning Management System (Your Online Assistant)

TT024 How to pick a Learning Management System (Your Online Assistant)

Looking for a Learning Management System like Edmodo or Google Classroom but don’t know where to start? Michelle and Col... Read more

2 Mar 2016

16mins

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TT009 How to quickly make a useful unit plan (Create Your Blueprint)

TT009 How to quickly make a useful unit plan (Create Your Blueprint)

What's in your unit plan? Colin and Michelle outline the four essentials of a useful unit plan, and give three tips for ... Read more

18 Nov 2015

11mins

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