Monthly Archives: February 2014

UNR Students Explore the Instructional Shifts and IPGs

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Aaron Grossman

Students at the University of Nevada, Reno explored content, matched to the Common Core, in order to develop an understanding of the “role of the teacher in curriculum development and implementation.” Dr. Margaret Ferrara’s preservice teachers worked through David Coleman’s … Continue reading →

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Social Emotional Learning

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Aaron Grossman

In a TEDx speech shared at the University of Nevada, Reno, Trish Shaffer describes the importance and value of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Shaffer highlights studies that demonstrate the academic value of using SEL strategies in the classroom. Shaffer argues … Continue reading →

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CCSS and Skills Based Reading Instruction

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Aaron Grossman

As we move deeper into Common Core implementation, knowing the position of skills instruction and how to build a “coherent body of knowledge” becomes paramount. This was the focus of Friday’s professional learning with video from Dr. Tim Shanahan and … Continue reading →

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Valuing the ‘Non-Cognitive Dimensions’ of Students

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Aaron Grossman

In January, College Board President David Coleman shared a vision for making sure more low-income students are allowed to take part in higher education. The video is linked here and you can hear Coleman outline this effort as part of … Continue reading →

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