Resources from the people I follow on Twitter, professional emails, and my own surfingEight Incredible Online Tools to Check Your Grammar by Paul Bates provides quick introductions to popular tools that can make almost anyone a better writer. From students to teachers, anyone who writes at all should check them out. Thanks, Paul.
Eight Incredible Online Tools to Check Your Grammar by Paul Bates
August 27th, 2017I Want To Live/Study in Canada. What Are My Options? by Danielle Ward
August 24th, 2017
I Want To Live/Study in Canada. What Are My Options? by Danielle Ward explains why you might want to consider heading North for your college education. Most Americans will find Canada an easy place to adapt to and an enjoyable environment to live in.
Simple Ways to Boost Your Confidence as a Writer by Brenda Berg
August 18th, 2017
Simple Ways to Boost Your Confidence as a Writer by Brenda Berg offers advice for beginning and experienced writers along with several tools that can get you going and ignite your passion for getting your message out. Also, check out Brenda’s blog.
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
August 7th, 2017
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth shares her research and the work of others on the subject and explains that what we eventually accomplish depends more on our passion and perseverance than on our innate talent. This work can help you find your own passion and develop it. This is a vital book for parents, teachers, and human beings in general. Make sure your school library has at least one copy for starters.
Read entire post...Outstanding Leader and Team Traits / Google Slides
August 6th, 2017
Start with two fine articles from Inc online dealing with leadership and successful teams. Then it’s Google Slides, which all teachers should check out. On to the downside of smart phones, how to add eye-popping visuals, what great bosses say, a Bruce Lee quote, and seven kitchen gadgets you are going to want.
