Branching Out is a weekly, bite-sized videos from our Professional Learning Department filled with engaging instructional strategies that can be implemented in any classroom.
You can find a sample of the topics covered in Branching Out below. To browse all videos, visit the Kane County ROE YouTube page.
PERSONAL NOTES
With the end of the school year approaching, why not give your students something to remember you by? A personal, handwritten note can not only show your connection to a student, but also become a cherished memento of your time together.
Faye Licari walks you through some tips on crafting a warm send-off to your students as they start a new chapter!
COLLABORATIVE READING PROTOCOL
When students take part in collaborative reading, they have the opportunity to discuss what they learned to better understand the material. Jordan Eggleson guides you through a strategy to expand reading comprehension in the classroom!
MAKING “MEME”ING
Sometimes a good meme can be all it takes to turn around your day. Add a little laughter to your teaching with this strategy from Katie Algrim! Having students create memes to demonstrate their knowledge of a topic is a unique way to get their creative juices flowing while also building skills in visual literacy and communication.
