Class Dismissed Podcast

Seven movies that will get you fired up about teaching

As educators, we sometimes need a spark. One great place to find that inspiration is in movies. In Episode 234 of Class Dismissed, we highlight some...

Using humor as a tool to build a community

For more than 15 years, Johnny Tiersma brought humor into his classroom. He does this, be he feels it builds trust with his students.

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Is it fair to grade classroom participation?

There’s little doubt that students will learn more when they engage in classroom discussions. So for many teachers, finding ways to motivate students...

Ways teachers can support students who choose an alternative post-high-school path

Educators always want their students to thrive and succeed in life. Often, that path for students runs through college. But for many students, that’s...

Making classroom management easier with gamification

A well-run, fun classroom is pivotal to the way students learn. But for some educators, meaningful classroom management can be a challenge. Gamifiying...