Aaron DaffernDec 26, 20211 minStudent Engagement PlaybookIf students aren't engaged, they aren't learning. To ensure that students are actively engaging with content (rather than passively...
Aaron DaffernOct 15, 20211 minThe Hidden Casualty of the Teacher ShortageAnyone that works in schools today knows that there is a teacher shortage. Vacancies filled temporarily with support staff or substitute...
Aaron DaffernOct 9, 20212 min10 Steps to Solving Student EngagementStudent engagement exists at the intersection of instructional design and student motivation. To maximize achievement, teachers must...
Aaron DaffernOct 9, 20213 minFinding Your Way to Student EngagementIsn’t it frustrating trying to unlock a door in the dark? You can’t see anything but you know the door is in front of you. You can easily...
Aaron DaffernFeb 7, 20206 minTake CHARGE Day 25: The power of emotionsEmotions are the backbone of cognition and memory. Teachers should cultivate positive emotions and attend to the distress of their students.
Aaron DaffernFeb 6, 20205 minTake CHARGE Day 24: Active engagement and pacingStudents' misbehavior drops when they actively do learning rather than receiving it. They also need a chance to process new information.
Aaron DaffernFeb 5, 20206 minTake CHARGE Day 23: Student motivationTeachers can plug students into learning by utilizing the five facets of student motivation into their instructional design.
Aaron DaffernNov 3, 20194 min25 Brain Break Ideas for 1st GradeInstead of senseless brain break videos, try these 25 ideas to rejuvenate your first graders while reinforcing academic content.
Aaron DaffernNov 2, 20193 min20 Brain Break Ideas for KindergartenInstead of mind-numbing brain break videos, try these 20 ideas to rejuvenate your kindergarten students while reinforcing academic content.
Aaron DaffernSep 26, 20194 minThe Three Es Needed to Optimize LearningOptimal learning conditions put students in a position to succeed. Three requirements are environment, engagement, and empowerment.
Aaron DaffernJul 12, 20194 minDifferentiation: Reclaiming an Abused WordDifferentiation doesn't need to be 24 individual lesson plans. How can one lesson be differentiated for all students?