Zach BiereUpcoming Digital Trends in SchoolSo far throughout this series of blogs we’ve been examining everything that has been happening in schools. Today we look at what is coming…Jul 12, 20193Jul 12, 20193
Zach BiereDesigning the Perfect ClassroomThe design of the classroom can be one of the most important aspects of any classroom. The design is what sets the tone at the beginning…Jul 11, 20192Jul 11, 20192
Zach BiereDistractions in the ClassroomDistractions in the classroom can come in many different shapes and flavors. Some distractions come from other students. Some distractions…Jul 11, 20192Jul 11, 20192
Zach BiereGrowth Mindset is the Only Mindset for the ClassroomNow how does a Nebraska Football video play anything into growth mindset in the classroom? The answer is the Growth Mindset. This video is…Jul 10, 2019Jul 10, 2019
Zach BiereSocial Media Should be Embraced in the ClassroomI mean, why shouldn’t it be? I can’t tell you how many times my students asked me last year if I had Snapchat, Twitter, Instagram…Jul 10, 20192Jul 10, 20192
Zach BiereCommon Standards in SchoolsIn talking about standards in schools I am very glad that I am a middle level social sciences teacher. Many of the standards that are set…Jul 10, 20193Jul 10, 20193
Zach BiereLet’s Let Our Children be GeniusesGoogle’s 20% time or genius hour is relatively new in schools. Its premise is this: Students are able to spend 20% of their time working…Jul 10, 20191Jul 10, 20191
Zach BiereConnectedness is Necessary to TeachIn my own style of teaching I do my best to be connected to my surroundings. These include being connected to my colleagues, my students…Jul 10, 20192Jul 10, 20192
Zach BiereLet Play Reign in EducationHow does play fit into our world of high-stakes testing in education? Looking at this question at a base level, it seems like play…Jul 10, 20192Jul 10, 20192
Zach BiereIs homework really that important?As a middle school ancient history teacher, I do not think that homework comes as a benefit to me in many instances. However, as a middle…Jul 8, 20191Jul 8, 20191