Luncheon Entertainment Provided by:
Del Valle High School Jazz Band
DIRECTED BY TOM GUYTON
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Del Valle High School Choir
DIRECTED BY NICOLE SCOTT
Luncheon Entertainment Provided by:
Westlake High School Harp Ensemble
DIRECTED BY AYREN HUSLIG
Writing IS a mode of learning; however, writing can also serve as a way to help teachers hold on to their compassion and motivation to teach. In order to be reflective practitioners, teachers must be engaged in writing that inspires them, renews their passion for the craft of teaching, and uses listing as a strategy for time management—all of which will replenish their energy to teach. Participants in this session will leave with writing prompts to use with their teams, departments, and faculties along with a time management strategy that will boost teachers’ productivity and performance. As educators, we must encourage and support each other. Writing serves as a way to nurture what’s in our hearts for teaching.
The writing process is a series of levels—like a video game. The process is the learning experience! Could the principles of gaming work in the classroom? Follow one teacher’s attempt to raise motivation by making a “game” out of the writing process. Neuroscience shows how and why games can improve learning.
