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Jerry, thank you for describing your collaborative projects. You know that learning occurs when the students are invested with the content. I appreciate your description. Michele Deck

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Adapted Teaching Method

anne, I have found this to be a successful way to teach a variety of learners, as well. Michele Deck

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Teaching Strategy

anne, this is a transition activity that will focus them on thinking, which is critical to learn the content we teach. I hope you use this one in your classes. Michele Deck

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Past, Present, and Future Methods

Carmela, if the losers bring dessert, it sounds like everyone is really winning by learning and enjoying something sweet as well. Michele Deck

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Student Response

Diego, that process will keep you fresh and interested in the topic you are teaching, even if teaching for 30 or more years as I have. Michele Deck

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Activity Feedback

Diego, it is smart to personalize your classes with these types of activities because you see success with them. Michele Deck

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Applying Learning Theories

Lisa, really great teachers strive to amend and change classes as needed. I'm glad you have done that. Michele Deck

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Planning for Student Differences

Lisa, you showed insight into how to reach and teach her in a way that benefited her and your class. Kudos! Michele Deck

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Learner in Your Class

Shirley, I would love to be a learner in your class. I, too, have a maternal child background and many stories to tell. I'm so glad you are seeing successful students due to your efforts to make your content memorable. Michele Deck

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Creative Teaching Strategy

Marla, thank you for sharing your success with a family feud type activity. I have found this to be a great one to implement as well. Michele Deck