The worst teaching technique
So “the worst” is a bit of hyperbole. I’m sure that there are worse strategies. But this is a strategy that I see lots of teachers utilizing and it is […]
Articles by Chris Skierski
5 Questions You Need to Ask Yourself to Measure Your Math Teaching Efficacy
I want you to think of a skill that you’re good at that’s not taught in the traditional classroom; like ballet, basketball, golf, doodling, public speaking, sewing, etc. Now imagine […]
Face Masks for Math Teachers
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Why Teachers Resist Differentiated Instruction
People are resistant to change; teachers are no different. When a teacher first hears me talk about differentiated instruction, and how I create learning stations and activities to remediate each […]
Challenging your Stronger Students while Still Reaching Your Struggling Ones
Jafar had finished all of his work. Having nothing to do, he began talking to the students around him. His teacher reminded him not to bother Lilly (a struggling student), […]
What is Differentiated Instruction
Differentiated instruction has meant a lot of different things throughout the history of education Recently, a lot of the talk around differentiation involves alternative assessments. Which meant checking for comprehension […]
When Students Ask for Extra Credit
It’s the week report cards are due and suddenly your students want extra credit. I used to always get frustrated. What lesson am I teaching him if he gets so […]
Great Math Activities During Distance Learning
This Post has 7 Free Resources! Distance learning has been a struggle for everyone; parents, teachers, and students. One struggle we teachers keep facing is trying to find engaging activities […]
Tips to Stay Emotionally Healthy during COVID-19, Home Isolation, and Distance Learning
FREE RESOURCE INCLUDED As we’re all adjusting to the new normal of social distancing, e-learning, and home isolation, it’s easy to get so focused on what needs to be done […]
How to Prevent Zoombombing in your Virtual Classrooms
Distance Learning Tips for Teachers You’ve probably heard horror stories of inappropriate behavior hijacking teachers’ Zoom meetings, called “Zoombombing.” This is where individuals enter a Zoom conference (usually because a […]