Tag Archives: Teaching

History Investigations: Voices from the Past

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Michael K. Milton

As I have begun to mentor an aspiring educator, I’ve been thinking about my various roles as a teacher. At any given moment I am a mentor, a guide, a sources of knowledge, a hero, a villain, a supporting player, a taskmaster, … Continue reading →

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Preparing for Exams like a Conspiracy Theorist

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Michael K. Milton

My favorite tools to prepare students for midterms is not an app or notecards (although both can absolutely be useful) but rather kitchen twine and Gorilla tape. A few summers ago, I read Making Thinking Visible: How to promote Engagement, … Continue reading →

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Non-Linear Google Slides Presentations: Weimar Republic Political Parties

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Michael K. Milton

Last spring in my Digital Literacies and Emerging Technology grad class, we were asked to create a non-linear experience using PowerPoint or another similar tool.  In addition to the non-linear format, there had to be a place for discussion. My … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Superhero Movies: Teachers’ Edition

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

As the recent surge of superhero films is showing no signs of stopping, I felt that now was probably a good time to share lessons that I have gleaned from the current batch of superhero movies and apply them to … Continue reading →

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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to a 1:1 Classroom* (Lessons Learned from Year 1)

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

As I was watching The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy on the way to New York City on Sunday, I came across this piece of dialogue: Mr. Prosser: This bypass has got to be built and it’s going to be … Continue reading →

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My Season Finale: The Ending of the School Year as a TV Show

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

If the closing of my first year school year was a season finale what would it be like? This thought popped in my head during my morning run as I was anticipating receiving my contract for the upcoming year. Here … Continue reading →

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How I Found a Job: Episode 1 ~ Unhumble Beginnings

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

While applying for a teaching job a few years ago, I posted a few notes on Facebook about the experience. I wrote them in an attempt to keep my sanity and sense of humor while facing a series of setbacks. … Continue reading →

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Klout, Parenting, and Expectations: The Four Stages of an Unwarranted +K-ing

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

Last week, I was greeted early one morning with the news that I was influential on Parenting. Klout sent an e-mail to congratulate me on this impressive accomplishment. I felt a bit caught off-guard to handle the news for two … Continue reading →

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Teacher Trading Cards: Make Your Own!

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

Last week, I posted about teachers having Teacher Trading Cards as a means to connect with students, parents, colleagues, and learning networks. Also, collecting them all could become a great new pastime. Many people have contacted me for a template to … Continue reading →

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Connecting Lessons to Common Core: Personal Journals during the French Revolution

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Michael K. Milton

As I said before, my Social Studies department is meeting this week to discuss activities and lessons that align with the Common Core Standards for History/Social Studies. I became very excited last Friday afternoon when I found that the Common Core … Continue reading →

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