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AI Writing Generators and Teaching Homeschool Writing
When ChatGPT starting taking over headlines earlier this year, the waves rippled through so many communities and professions. That included the homeschooling community. Parents and
Social Studies and Civics in Crisis: Part 1
The past few years have been difficult beyond imagination for all of us. And we are now seeing data that shows how across educational topics,
So you want to debate..
Author: Sabrina M. Weiss One formative activity for me was high school debate. I had always enjoyed giving speeches; even when I was 8 I
Teaching Introduction: Dr. Sabrina M. Weiss
Greetings! My name is Dr. Sabrina M. Weiss (they/them) and I am excited to offer courses through Dayla learning in collaboration with Dr. Michelle Parrinello-Cason!
Watching ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ and Teaching Writing: Reflections on ‘Tough Love’
It’s the time of year when the days are short and often gray, and I want to curl up in some blankets and watch reality
Imagining Something Different: Moving to a Sliding Fee Scale
(Note: This is the long-winded personal reflection on a big change in my business model. If you just want to see the nuts and bolts,
5 Elements of Narrative Writing: What Should I Teach?
So, you’ve decided to create a narrative writing assignment. Excellent! Narrative writing is one of the core types of academic writing, and getting to practice
What Types of Writing Should I Teach?
I was chatting with a group of homeschooling parents in my Teaching Writing Workshop, and one of them mentioned that teaching ELA feels overwhelming because
“I don’t want to judge their art!” Using Creative Prompts in Writing Projects
I am a writing teacher. I am not an art teacher. However, I know that artistic expression is a fantastic way to get learners engaged
“Tricks and Tips” Set Learners Up for Future Failure
I always struggled with math. My grades didn’t reflect that. I was a straight-A student who excelled in math on paper, but the concepts never
Should I Put a Grade On It?
At the beginning of all of my online classes, I send parents/guardians a form to gather some information about their family’s expectations, preferences, and needs.
Understanding the Common Core: CCRA Reading and Writing Standards
I know that discussions about standards can be fraught, and I completely understand the frustration many families feel about standardized tests, stilted ways of judging