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.
Featured Blogs
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.
Recommended Readings
We have compiled essential books, research papers, and articles from thought leaders in education. These resources are selected to:
Deepen your understanding of educational theories and trends.
Provide evidence-based practices to implement in your classrooms.
Inspire your educational philosophy and mission.
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Agency Is Not Caving In: Lessons from NIL,College Sports, and Today’s Classrooms
The NIL era in college football has brought a lot of debate, but it offers a powerful parallel for education. Just as NIL hasn't eliminated the need for athletes to perform, giving students more agency doesn't lower academic standards. When young people have ownership of their learning, they are often more driven and engaged. The true danger is not that autonomy weakens expectations, but that we confuse control with rigor. It's time to set high expectations for all students, just as we do for athletes who must perform on the field.
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.
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.
