by MTI: Professional Development Courses | Nov 21, 2024 | Blog, Classroom Management & Behavior
Have you ever noticed how some teachers just seem to weave magic into their lessons? The secret might just lie in the concept of micro teaching. Imagine breaking down the complex art of teaching into manageable, bite-sized pieces. That’s exactly what micro...
by MTI: Professional Development Courses | Oct 2, 2023 | Classroom Management & Behavior
Have you ever walked into a teacher’s classroom and noticed the walls are plastered with classroom rules? Class rules that cover everything that could possibly happen. Especially new teachers, they often think they need a plan for every situation so that their...
by MTI: Professional Development Courses | Aug 23, 2023 | Classroom Management & Behavior
“Education should learn from the positive side of gaming-reward, accomplishment, and fun.” – Sebastian Thrun These words resonate with educators worldwide who strive to create a healthy, encouraging learning environment for their students. Rewards...
by MTI: Professional Development Courses | Aug 23, 2023 | Classroom Management & Behavior
Icebreaker games are an essential part of any middle school gathering. They’re a great way to help students break the ice, foster a sense of community, and create an atmosphere of fun and excitement. Whether it’s the first day of school, a team-building...
by MTI: Professional Development Courses | Jan 23, 2023 | Classroom Management & Behavior
The Organized Teacher Wouldn’t it be nice to walk into your classroom and feel less stress this year? Study after study confirms that clutter and stress are connected – the more “stuff” we have to manage, the more anxious we feel. As we start the new year, let’s take...
by MTI: Professional Development Courses | Oct 17, 2022 | Classroom Management & Behavior
Check out these effective tips for classroom management. By Shawn Bean, president of MTI, Social studies teacher since 1999 Throwing things. Ignoring you. Arguing with each other. Fighting. The list goes on and on. Disruptive behavior is the national pastime for some...