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.
How to Use the AWB Resource Network
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Apply learned strategies and insights to your own context.
Share your experiences with the AWB community to foster collaborative growth.
Join the AWB Resource Network today to stay informed, inspired, and connected with fellow educators committed to continuous improvement and transformation in education. Together, we can amplify knowledge, widen reach, and broaden impact.
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Stay updated with expert insights, advice, and stories. Discover valuable content to keep you informed, inspired, and engaged with the latest trends and ideas. All of these resources are what we use to guide our school districts, feel free to borrow and use as well!!
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Our AWB Network Contributions
Beyond the Plateau: Understanding and Supporting Long-Term English Learners (LTELs)
Long-Term English Learners (LTELs) face unique challenges, often plateauing despite years of instruction. Explore the research-backed strategies needed to break through these barriers and foster academic success.
Unpacking the Unique Needs: Supporting SLIFE Students in the Academic Realm
Understanding the complexities of SLIFE students is crucial for their success. Discover instructional strategies, including building foundational literacy, scaffolding content, and addressing socioemotional needs, to empower these learners.
The Role of a School Counselor in Education Today: Behind the Scenes, Helping All Students Shine
Now more than ever, school counselors are essential. With rising mental health concerns and academic pressures, they provide the guidance, support, and stability students need to thrive. Their role is critical in shaping not just education, but the well-being and future of every child.
From "Foreigners" to "Multilinguals": Tracing the Evolving Language of English Learners
Diverse students in a collaborative classroom setting
A Thoughtful Dive into the Future of School Sports: Reviewing Scott Garvis' Latest Post
In this follow-up to his previous piece, Scott takes us on a compelling journey through the current landscape of school sports and offers a glimpse into what the future might hold. What struck me most was his ability to cut through the noise and focus on the fundamental principles that should guide athletic programs. He emphasizes that at the core, it's about education and developing well-rounded individuals, not just winning games.
Finding Your Balance: Authenticity and Collaboration in Education, Inspired by Chris Whetzel
"True teamwork isn't losing yourself," Chris Whetzel reminds educators. Balancing authenticity and collaboration builds stronger teams and better learning. Prioritize safety, strengths, boundaries, honesty, and self-awareness.
Ace the Test: Your Guide to Statewide Assessment Success
Statewide assessments can be stressful, but preparation helps. Students need consistent review and stress management. Teachers should align instruction and ensure test security. Open communication with families is vital. Remember, assessments are just one measure of learning.
Navigating FOIA Requests: Transparency and Accountability in Education
In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, understanding the unique needs of each student is crucial. At AWB Education, we emphasize the importance of personalized learning strategies that not only engage learners but also empower them to take ownership of their education. By leveraging data-driven insights and evidence-based practices, educators can design programs that cater to diverse learning styles and paces.
Every child is an individual, and their pathways to success must reflect that individuality. This means moving away from one-size-fits-all approaches and embracing a more tailored methodology. Implementing efficient automation in instructional practices can streamline administrative tasks, allowing educators more time to focus on what truly matters: fostering meaningful connections with their students and delivering impactful learning experiences.
Our commitment at AWB Education is to partner with educators and institutions to create these transformative experiences, helping guide each child toward their fullest potential. By prioritizing customized strategies, we can elevate not just education, but the lives of every student we touch. Together, we have the opportunity to reshape the future of learning, one child at a time.
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.