About the Launch Your Classroom! Video Series
The Launch Your Classroom! Video Series focuses on visual presentations and demonstrations of effective pedagogical methods. Our videos are packed with actionable techniques for teachers, regardless of content. Watch as our team of experts and former educators show you how to take your classroom to the next level!
With the Launch Your Classroom! Video series, you will discover:
- Easy-to-implement strategies
- Practical teaching scenarios
- New content every Friday
- A different topic each month
For May, we’re focusing on Student Collaborative Activities. In this month's episode, Kyle and the LYC team present some strategies to help increase the quantity and quality of student collaboration in the classroom.
Classroom Strategy: Collaborative Outlines for Student Writing
When students prewrite together in groups, they build their organizational skills and learn from each other. Let’s watch Rachel demonstrate how students can use a collaborative outline to structure their writing!
Premiered on May 13, 2022
Ask an Educator: Student Collaborative Activities
When students collaborate, they engage with your instructional content, and with each other, on a more meaningful level! Let's listen to Kyle and Rachel discuss how to group students, keep them on track, and proactively manage student misbehavior during collaborative activities.
Premiered on May 20, 2022
Reflecting on Teaching: Group Self-Assessment
Student reflection on collaborative groups promotes awareness and growth! In this video, Heather explains how students can use a self-assessment to evaluate themselves and their teammates after collaborative work.
Premieres on May 27, 2022
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Launch Previous Episodes
April 2022
Full Episode: Transitions for Starting and Ending Your Class: Launch Your Classroom! Episode 47
Classroom Strategy: Exit Stations
Ask an Educator: Transitions for Starting and Ending Your Class
Reflecting on Teaching: Transitioning In and Out of Teacher Duties
Reflecting on Teaching: Launch Your Quiz Show - Transitions
March 2022
Full Episode: Brain Breaks for Focus: Launch Your Classroom! Episode 46
Reflecting on Teaching: Choosing Appropriate Brain Breaks
Ask an Educator: Brain Breaks for Focus
Teacher Wellness Tips: Brain Breaks for Teachers
February 2022
Full Episode: Proactive Classroom Management: Launch Your Classroom! Episode 45
Classroom Strategy: Student Empathy for Classroom Management
Ask an Educator: Proactive Classroom Management
Teacher Wellness Tips: Being Proactive for Social, Emotional, and Physical Health
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