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Where is education headed?It's hard to find the destination if we're not willing to look at where we've been.If you're ready to challenge traditional ideas about teaching and learning and re-imagine what's possible, you're ready to "See What's Next." Author and teacher Nate Ridgway shows you how to:Modify "Movie Theater Models" of direct instruction towards more student-centered learning.Renovate "Blockbuster Model" practices like homework, textbooks, and grading.Create a "Streaming Model" of teaching that's accessible, equitable, relevant, and reflective. Packed with practical advice and the pedagogy to back it up, Breaking the Blockbuster Model will empower you to harness the philosophies of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) and new innovations in edtech to re-envision the traditional classroom. Sharing from his own experiences and those of other educators, Nate Ridgway shows how any educator from kindergarten to college can:Increase engagement and student buy-inPromote student agency and interactionOpen up access and equitySave time and sanityIn a time where many schools are seeking a "return to normal", Nate Ridgway helps you reflect on traditional teaching practices and take bold, innovative steps towards a "new normal."

Are you stuck in the lecture-and-worksheet rut? Many teachers continue to struggle to break out of the corporate lesson-and-worksheet cycle to find fresh, meaningful ways to develop original, engaging and effective instruction. In The EduProtocol Field Guide, Jon Corippo and Marlena Hebern outline sixteen classroom-tested protocols to break up clichéd lesson plans, build culture, and deliver content to K-12 students in a supportive, creative environment. Start SmartSmart Start activities set your students up for success by teaching them how to learn, using tools like Frayer Models and Venn Diagrams on fun subjects. In addition to preparing your students to learn, Smart Start activities help build a positive culture in your classroom. Finish StrongEduProtocols are customizable, frames that use your content to create lessons to help students master academic content, think critically, and communicate effectively while creating and working collaboratively. EduProtocols can be used with nearly all subjects and grade levels and are UDL (Universal Design for Learning)-friendly to support all learners. Simplify the process of creating engaging and personalized learning opportunities for every student.The EduProtocol Field Guide shows you how. "Any teacher can use the examples in this book to create more engaging classes in less time, freeing them up to be uniquely themselves and develop relationships with students."-Matt Miller, educator, blogger, speaker, and author of Ditch That Textbook"This book is not simply one you read; it's one that you use, and then use again! The EduProtocol Field Guide is undoubtedly a must-read for teachers of all skill levels looking to amplify the student-learning experience through the effective use of technology."-Thomas C. Murray, director of innovation, Future Ready Schools, Washington, DC"EduProtocols and SMART Start strategies lead teachers to creatively teach with greater time efficiency and fantastic effectiveness for helping students reach mastery."-Steven J. McGriff, Ph.D., founder, DivergentED Consultants #EduProtocolsEduProtocols.com

Helping teachers bust frustration before it even begins! Frustration is universal, even for the most effective and experienced teachers. The steady drip of forgotten pencils, classroom disruptions, and unrealistic expectations can chip away at our resolve, creating a chasm between our love of teaching and our ability to continue happily in our chosen profession. Even more, frustrated teachers pass their stress on to students, who can experience academic losses and instability from high teacher turnover. Author Katie Powell knows that there's no "e;right"e; way to respond to specific frustrations. Instead, this book provides a process teachers can use to respond to difficult situations in healthy, effective ways that align with their own teaching style and goals. Frustration Busters helps teachers identify the source of frustrations, learn how to tackle them when they arise, and implement practices that will help prevent them from occurring in the first place.It's filled with ideas for practical application that support a positive classroom experience.

In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest guide, educators Dr. Rachael George and Majalise Tolan empower women leaders in education to embrace their dreams, break through barriers, rebound from setbacks, and lead with skill and authenticity. They're joined by dozens of diverse women in educational leadership roles, whose personal stories reveal the vulnerability, strength, and resilience of female leaders. With wisdom and implementable guidance that's applicable to early-career leaders and veterans alike, the book is designed to help you land your dream job, make sure your voice is heard, find (and offer) support, attain better balance, and learn the leadership style that suits your strengths.

In this book, Marisol Rerucha draws on Indigenous traditions, research-based frameworks, and the support of fellow educators and scholars in order to offer teachers and administrators vital tools for facing crises with compassion. In addition to Rerucha's revolutionary vision of education that is holistic, human centered, and brought to life through actionable and accessible techniques, Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices features contributions from Pedro Terrazas, on restorative practices in the classroom; Dr. Enjolie Lourdes Lafaurie, on active listening for educators; and Dr. Carolyn Gery on understanding how trauma impacts relationships. Both empowering and urgently necessary, Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices can help you to build an organization-wide culture of healing and well-being from the ground up.

In Stop. Right. Now. authors and education leaders Jimmy Casas and Jeffrey Zoul identify 39 practices, programs, processes, philosophies, and people problems that schools must eliminate in order to improve education for students-and the the entire school community. The status quo and average results are no longer acceptable! There are some "e;best practices"e; that we simply need to stop right now.

In Make Learning MAGICAL, educator Tisha Richmond pulls back the curtain to reveal strategies you can use to transform your classroom. Laughter, fun, and gamified experiences can make school a place where students are inspired, empowered, and immersed in learning-and it doesn't require illusions or smoke and mirrors. The actionable techniques Tisha shares will equip you to put your students center stage in their learning experiences.

Keeping track of time, data, and ideas, not to mention assignments, can sometimes seem impossible. And if you struggle with organization and efficiency, just imagine how much more your students may be struggling to keep up with life's daily demands. In Creatively Productive, Lisa Johnson gives you tools and strategies that will help you equip your students with skills and resources they need to succeed in school-and in life.

Countless opportunities to create real change exist in every school-just waiting for someone to take the lead. In Lead beyond Your Title, educator and technology-integration specialist Nili Bartley challenges educators to become catalysts for change-regardless of their titles.

In a fast-paced era of technological advances and digitized experiences, it's easy to miss simple opportunities to strengthen our humanity. But when we watch for and respond to those moments with kindness, even tiny actions can renew hope and reveal compassion and gratitude. In A Passion for Kindness, educator Tamara Letter shares her own kindness journey and showcases experiences from other kindness cultivators around the world. Through personal stories of vulnerability and vitality, you will discover unique ways you can make a positive difference in the lives of friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, and even strangers.

Leadership isn't easy, and being a first-time leader carries its own set of challenges. Whether you have already made the move into leadership or are wondering whether a role in administration is right for you, Starr Sackstein's insight in From Teacher to Leader will help you make the best decisions for yourself and those you serve. In this honest and practical guide, Sackstein equips you to thrive as you stretch for personal and professional growth.

How do you handle a student, coworker, or family member whose rude, withdrawn, or challenging behavior leaves you feeling hurt, frustrated, or even angry? In this book, Allyson Apsey shares practical ideas for responding to and connecting with those people in ways that empower them to meet the needs that drive their behavior. With a heart for helping those who have experienced trauma, Apsey equips you to HANDLE others-and yourself-with care.

The fight to be first, the pressure to be right, and the stress surrounding test scores were just a few of the many reasons Stacey Roshan chose to flip her class. In Tech with Heart, she offers practical insights and instruction for using edtech tools to create greater connection with students, humanize modern learning, and help all learners to thrive.

School should be fun! In EDrenaline Rush, John Meehan pulls back the curtain on what it takes to create thrilling learning experiences in your classroom. Packed with lesson planning tips, instructional design ideas, and plug-and-play teaching resources, EDrenaline Rush will challenge you to think differently and equip you to push your pedagogy to incredible limits.

The practical ideas in the latest of the DITCH series will help you find the sweet spot where tech meets students' needs. In this teacher-tailored guide, you'll find tips on how to use technology to differentiate learning. Whether you're a tech newbie or the school's device guru, you'll walk away with new understandings and strategies for transforming your approach to teaching.

Whether you are a new teacher struggling to figure out what works, an established teacher who needs a refresh, or a teaching veteran who needs a reminder of why you chose teaching as your profession, you need The SECRET SAUCE. In this book, Rich Czyz reveals the essential ingredients to being an exceptional teacher, and the good news is that they are all within your reach.

No matter how great a teacher you are, there will be days when you are short on time, resources, energy, or ideas. Educator Katie Powell packs a wealth of lesson twists, games, and activities into this book to help re-energize your classroom. The Worksheet Busters, Lecture Busters, and Homework Busters she shares work for all grade levels to create engaging, memorable, meaningful learning experiences for your students.

Balance Like a Pirate, a Lead Like a PIRATE Guide, was written by educators for educators with a focus on helping you create a lifestyle that allows you to break free from "e;shoulds"e; and "e;have tos."e; Educational leaders Jessica Cabeen, Jessica Johnson, and Sarah Johnson equip you with practical strategies and tools to thrive in every area of life. Balance is a myth, but living with purpose, passion, and priorities is within your reach.

After running twelve marathons in twelve months, Adam Welcome shares the mindset and tactics necessary for accomplishing big dreams. You don't have to be a runner or even an athlete to be inspired by this power-filled book. Whatever your personal or professional goals are, Adam's example and encouragement will challenge you to set your sights on something bigger and to push yourself to get more out of life.

Technology supports learning by providing extraordinary opportunities, but it will never replace the life that REAL educators bring to our schools. REAL educators are relatable, they expose vulnerability by sharing their experiences, they are approachable, and they learn through life. REAL educators are the heart of our schools. Though Tara Martin's personal and engaging stories, you'll learn the power of being true to yourself and find the courage to teach from the heart.

Learning to read-and teaching students to read-isn't always easy, which is why the most important tenet of developing a culture of reading in your school is to foster a love of reading. In Lead with Literacy, educator and elementary school principal Mandy Ellis offers practical, immediately actionable, fun ideas and strategies that will deeply embed books, reading, and literacy into your school culture.

School can be amazing. It can be a place where people of all ages, interests, and backgrounds enjoy learning together. And in this Lead Like a PIRATE Guide, author and elementary school principal Jay Billy explains that making school a place where students and staff want to be starts with culture. Lead with Culture offers personal stories and practical ideas for creating a sense of unity-even in the most diverse communities.

More standards, tests, and mandates are not the answer to improving literacy. Travis Crowder and Todd Nesloney explain that sparking a passion for words, stories, and self-expression in learners is the surest path to instilling a lifelong love of learning. Through real-life stories and practical strategies they inspire educators in every subject area to incorporate reading and writing in meaningful and engaging ways.

The best gift life gives us is the freedom to choose who you want to be and what kind of life you want to live. In The Path to Serendipity, educational leader Allyson Apsey offers a funny, genuine, and clever look at the fortunes we can gain from even our worst experiences. Through her personal, relatable stories, you will learn strategies for living a meaningful life regardless of the craziness happening around you.

Is the learning in your classroom static or dynamic? In Shake Up Learning, Kasey Bell guides teachers through the process of creating dynamic learning opportunities-from purposeful planning and maximizing technology to fearless implementation. You'll find templates and powerful, practical ideas to use tech to shake things up in your classroom.

In this inspiring book, Andrew Sharos offers real-life stories that prove AP classes shouldn't be relegated to "e;privileged"e; schools and students. With proper support, every student can experience success. All 4s and 5s offers a wealth of classroom and program strategies that equip you to develop a culture of academic and personal excellence.

Students need guidance to succeed academically, but they also need our help to survive and thrive in today's turbulent world. They need someone to model the attributes that will help them win not just in school but in life as well. That someone is you. With forty-eight short, inspiring chapters, this book is suited for improving your personal practice daily. Or focus on a chapter each week to encourage your staff at meetings.

Have you ever wished you were more creative . . . or that your students were more engaged in your lessons? The Wild Card is your step-by-step guide to experiencing a creative breakthrough in your classroom with your students. Wade and Hope King show you how to draw on your authentic self to deliver your content creatively and be the wild card who changes the game for your learners.