by Sarah Brown Wessling | Oct 30, 2016 | Ask Sarah, For Your Classroom
Dear Sarah, Do you ever just grade students on discussion? Sincerely, Grading Discussions Dear Grading Discussions, The quick answer is, “yes, I have graded students on discussion.” Discussion is, after all, embedded in our state standards. But I’ve become incredibly...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Oct 22, 2016 | Ask Sarah, Seeking Wisdom
Dear Sarah, How long do I stay patient? It’s year nine of a second career. Not sure. Sincerely, Channeling Patience Dear Channeling Patience, Patience is tough business. I get it. There’s this fine line between practicing patience and being passive in the value of our...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Oct 16, 2016 | Ask Sarah, Professional Learning, Seeking Wisdom
Ask Sarah was Live on Facebook and once again, you showed up with your questions, comments and conversation. Here’s the bite-sized version of the broadcast so you can more easily find the segments that work for you. Also, you can catch the show in it’s entirety, along...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Oct 9, 2016 | Ask Sarah, Seeking Wisdom
Dear Sarah, I have a question. Why should I pursue a master’s degree? I mean, it’s nice to have but in the end it’s not that much difference in my pay. Sincerely, Advanced Degree or Not? Dear Advanced Degree or Not, There have been two times I’ve had to ask myself...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Oct 2, 2016 | Ask Sarah, For Your Classroom
Dear Sarah, Hey super lady! My co-worker and I are hoping to find new ways to bring out student ideas when they’re writing. What do you do or what do you use? Do you have any professional development suggestions or resources to point us toward? Help! Sincerely,...
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