60 Second Strategy Bean Critique

Summary

A simple way to get students talking positively about their peers' work—and thinking about how they might improve their own. This simple activity helps students practice giving and receiving peer feedback—and gets them out of their desks. for ... By asking students to retrieve from memory what they recently learned about a certain topic, partner with a classmate to discuss ... This choral reading activity builds fluency and confidence, especially for students who feel overwhelmed at the prospect of ... Following discussions with a quick reflection exercise helps students sharpen their speaking and listening skills. for ... An easy, fair way to manage multiple students' needs when they're working independently or in groups. to the Edutopia ... A discussion technique based on peer feedback helps students delve into complex texts and develop communication skills. A quick, low-key way to build community in your classroom on a daily basis. for free to our email newsletter Edutopia ... A simple activity can help preschoolers better understand boundaries and learn to be gentle when it comes to physical contact. This quick exercise scaffolds peer For anyone who's ever wondered, “How do I get their attention back in a 1:1 environment?” to our free email newsletter ... A face-to-face chat provides an alternative for students who struggle to show what they know on tests. for free to our ... Explicitly teaching and celebrating kindness is a simple yet powerful way to build a positive classroom culture. for free ... A quick pen-and-paper warm-up activity helps teachers see that students are on track in a self-paced blended learning classroom.