Quick Writes are a powerful instructional tool that can be used any time during instruction. Empower your staff or department with how to best leverage Quick Writes in any content area with the Quick Write Strategy Professional Development PowerPoint. This 40-slide ready-to-present product includes a Welcoming Ritual, Benefits of Quick Writes, the Quick Write Structure, Tips and Tricks, Quick Write Prompts (that teachers can use!), and how to launch classroom discussions using the Quick Write. You and your teachers will love this strategy! Seven Benefits of Quick Writes: Quick Writes build student confidence. Quick Writes increase engagement and decreases lesson anxiety. Quick Writes Improve student stamina and fluency in writing. Quick Writes strengthen relationships in class community. Quick Writes develop writer’s voice. Quick Writes foster a habit of writing: engages critical thinking, promotes reflection, amplifies creativity. Quick Writes synthesize content.

All educators know that best practice strategies and activities are needed for optimal learning! But what is the difference between a strategy and an activity? How should teachers incorporate strategies and activities into their classroom? This 50-slide Professional Development PowerPoint is a comprehensive tutorial of Best Practice Strategies and Activities that can be adapted to any content or classroom. Product includes Marzano’s Nine Strategies for Optimal Learning, Hands-on Activities that correspond with each strategy, and a useful Problems of Practice assessment. Perfect for instructional coaching, professional development, or New Teacher Induction programs.

Do you coach, lead, or inspire teachers? Research shows that an understanding of Webb’s Depth of Knowledge is the foundation to optimal instruction. Now you can help teachers gain an understanding with the Webb’s Depth of Knowledge Overview PowerPoint. This 32-Slide read-to-go PD PowerPoint includes a comprehensive overview of the DOK Four Levels, Checks for Understanding, DOK Question/Task Stems, DOK Activities, and a Teacher Deliverable. You and your teachers will love this classroom-changing tool. Perfect for administration, department heads, and instructional coaches!

Hearing crickets in the classroom? It’s time to leverage (20) Dynamic Discourse Strategies to increase student-to-student talk and engagement. This 46-slide PowerPoint is sure to empower teachers, build capacity, and elevate school-wide instruction as it delves into (20) high-yield discourse strategies. Slides describe how each strategy works and gives real-life classroom examples in ELA, math, social studies, science, and related arts…in addition to a Bridge-to-Practice scenario. You and other teachers will love this!

Research shows background knowledge is crucial to reading success. Unlock the key to deeper student comprehension with this engaging, research-based Building Background Knowledge Professional Development presentation! Designed for educators, literacy specialists, and instructional coaches, this 28-slide PowerPoint explores the critical role of background knowledge in reading success. Packed with strategies, real-world examples, and interactive elements, it’s perfect for workshops, PLC meetings, or independent professional growth. What’s Included: Clear explanations of why background knowledge is essential to comprehension. Proven methods for activating and building background knowledge in students. Practical, ready-to-use classroom strategies for all grade levels, including a Bridge-to-Practice activity. Eye-catching visuals and accessible, research-aligned content. Transform your reading instruction and empower students to achieve deeper understanding with this must-have resource. Download today and take your building’s reading instruction to the next level!

Transform your building’s literacy instruction with the Science of Reading Professional Development PowerPoint! This 34-slide presentation features an in-depth exploration of Scarborough’s Reading Rope, breaking down the interconnected strands of skilled reading and providing actionable insights that will enhance classroom practices. Perfect for educators, instructional coaches, and literacy leaders! What’s Included: A clear, detailed explanation of Scarborough’s Reading Rope and its components Research-based approaches to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Ready-to-use slides for staff meetings, PLCs, and professional learning days. Practical turnkey classroom strategies for all grade levels, including a Bridge-to-Practice activity. Eye-catching visuals and accessible, research-aligned content that will engage and inform your audience. Transform your reading instruction and empower students to achieve deeper understanding with this must-have resource. Download today and take your building’s reading instruction to the next level!