AWB Resource Network - Blogs and Recommended Readings
At AWB Education, we understand that continuous learning and professional growth are vital for educators striving to make a lasting impact. Our AWB Resource Network offers a carefully curated selection of blogs and recommended readings designed to empower educators with the latest insights, practical strategies, and innovative ideas.
Our blog selection covers a wide array of topics relevant to education professionals:
Innovative Teaching Techniques: Explore fresh methodologies to enhance classroom engagement and student success.
Educational Technology: Stay updated on the latest tools and digital resources that can transform your teaching practices.
Leadership and Professional Development: Discover expert advice on advancing your career within the education sector.
Inclusive Education: Learn about effective approaches for creating equitable and supportive learning environments.
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Beyond the Essay: Mastering the AI Workflow for Next-Level Academic Productivity
The conversation about AI doesn't end with high school graduation; it just gets more complex. Maria Chen shares practical, step-by-step AI workflows to help seniors master academic productivity and professional communication for college and beyond.
How Change Happens: Breaking the Grading Habit, One Step at a Time
It’s not as hard as you think. This powerful statement from coach Elena Aguilar resonates deeply with the challenging, yet rewarding, journey of grading reform in education. For many, changing grading feels overwhelming—a tangled mess of tradition and risk. But what if we told you it's a process of small, manageable steps? By focusing on psychological safety, breaking down complex changes into "chunks," and recognizing that educators are lifelong learners, we can move from overwhelming to achievable.
Navigating AI in College Prep: Senior Year Essentials
Senior year is our last, best chance to equip these young adults with the skills they’ll need to thrive in the next chapter of their lives. And in today’s world, that means one thing: talking about AI. I've found that for many of our seniors, the conversation around AI has been limited to what they can get away with. It's often viewed as a shortcut or a tool for plagiarism. But if we send them off to college with that mindset, we're doing them a huge disservice. The next year is a crucial window to shift their perspective and teach them how to use AI as a powerful, ethical partner in their academic journey.
The Power of No: Protecting Your Family While Leading a School
As a school leader, is it possible to protect your personal life? This article from a former administrator offers a candid look at setting boundaries and the importance of saying "no" to protect your family life.
Ditch the Dread: How to Embrace AI in the Classroom
Don't let the fear of AI hold you back! Learn how to move past the stigma and use AI tools to save time, reduce your workload, and enhance student learning.
Crafting Meeting Agendas That Truly Serve Your Team
Discover how to transform your school meetings from time sinks into productive sessions by crafting tailored agendas that truly meet your team's needs.
Level Up Your Grading: Insights from O'Connor & Townsley
Are outdated grading practices holding your students back? O'Connor and Townsley's (2025) timely article shines a light on the common myths that often dictate how we assess learning. This isn't just another academic paper; it's a practical guide for school leaders ready to lead the charge toward more meaningful and equitable grading. Here's how you can use their insights to ignite change in your school.
Fueling Leadership: Chris Whetzel's Insight into Energy Management
Learn actionable strategies for effective leadership through energy management. We review Chris Whetzel's insights and provide key takeaways.
Recommended Readings
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![Book cover of "Taking Action: A Handbook for RTI at Work," Second Edition, featuring names of authors Mike Mattos, Austin Buffum, Janet Malone, Luis F. Cruz, Nicole Dimich, and Sarah Schuhl.]()
Taking Action; Second Edition: A Handbook for RTI at Work™
The second edition of Taking Action explores how educators can utilize the PLC at Work® process to establish an effective multitiered system of supports. This guide details essential actions for the guiding coalition, teacher teams, and intervention team. It includes new recommendations and tools for assessments, student engagement, and overcoming resistance.
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![Book cover titled 'Behavior Solutions: Teaching Academic and Social Skills Through RTI at Work,' with a green downward-pointing arrow and a tiered support system on the right side.]()
Behavior Solutions: Teaching Academic and Social Skills Through RTI at Work
Meeting students' behavioral, emotional, and social needs enables them to excel academically and personally. Take strategic action to close the behavior gap with Behavior Solutions. This resource outlines using PLC at Work® and RTI at Work processes to create a collaborative, research-based, three-tiered support system.
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![Book cover titled 'Culture First Classrooms' by Darrin Peppard and Katie Kinder, featuring a lightbulb with a brain inside, and colorful geometric design elements.]()
Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools
Creating a positive classroom culture is an art and a science. In "Culture First Classrooms," Dr. Darrin Peppard, Katie Kinder, and expert educators share strategies for transforming classrooms and schools. This book illustrates how to create environments where students and staff feel safe, engaged, and empowered. Learn how laughter, relationships, and intentional culture-building enhance learning and success.
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![Book cover titled '180 Days of Self-Care for Busy Educators' by Tina H. Boogren, featuring colorful pushpins, a calendar, and sticky notes on a blue wooden surface.]()
180 Days of Self-Care for Busy Educators
Use 180 Days of Self-Care for Busy Educators to lead a happier, healthier life both in and out of the classroom. Author Tina H. Boogren offers thirty-six weeks of daily self-care strategies aligned with the school year, covering themes like creativity, relationships, and time management for educators.
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![Flowchart titled 'The Blueprint' by Todd M. Bloomer with a school illustration at the center, showing various elements like structures, systems, clarity, and success interconnected with arrows, focused on surviving and thriving as a school administrator.]()
The Blueprint: Survive and Thrive as a School Administrator
The Blueprint is meant for aspiring administrators, teacher-leaders, current administrators, and central office personnel. The Blueprint is also written for teachers, community members, and even students in leadership positions because what is discussed within the book can and should be implemented in every school across the globe.
The stories shared throughout the book will make you reflect, make you ponder, and make you laugh. Each chapter will assist you in your leadership journey. At the end of the day, we are all in this together. Let’s band together and change the game.
This post deconstructs the 'culture of busyness' in education and offers school leaders and teachers actionable coaching strategies to shift student—and educator—mindsets from quantity of effort to quality of outcome.