January Web Roundup: Snow Days, Progress Reports and More

January 14, 2010 by Myscha Theriault

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January is prime month for quality instruction. Yet it is also the time many of us have a hard time gearing up after the holidays. To help out, I’ve rounded up what I feel are the top tips from around the web as we launch into 2010.

What to do with only five minutes left in class? This post from The Apple gives you ten tips to use small amounts of classroom time wisely.
Top personal finance and parenting blogger Linsey Knerl got a sneak peek of the new Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs DVD. Check out her review to see why she thinks it’s a winner for family entertainment.
Snow days cutting in to your academic classroom time? Frugal Upstate has a list of forty different snow day activities you can recommend to parents.
Looking to make more of a personal connection with your students? Sean Banville shows you how with his fantastic tips on using audio progress reports for one on one interaction.
Finally, those looking to motivate your kiddos for goal setting should check out Shelly Terrell’s theme song activity for goal setting over at Teacher Reboot Camp. It’s a must read.

Got another top tip for educators? Share the love in the comment section below.

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About the author…. I am a self confirmed life hacker who has used frugal living and personal finance strategies to focus on early retirement, pursue personal business goals, and achieve debt free living.