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Author: Mr. Matthew Nolan

6th Grade Teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, MI

Part 2: How to Use Mini Whiteboards

January 19, 2024February 21, 2024 Mr. Matthew Nolan
Students in a classroom using mini whiteboards to solve addition problems and understand number bonds.

In this post, Master Teacher Matt Nolan gives practical advice on when to use mini whiteboards in the classroom as well as routines to make your use of them as effective as possible.

Posted in Classical Education, Pedagogy (Instruction)Tagged teachers, teaching tips

Part 1: The Case for Mini Whiteboards

January 12, 2024February 21, 2024 Mr. Matthew Nolan

In this post, Master Teacher Matt Nolan seeks to explain why every teacher should use mini whiteboards in their classroom.

Posted in Classical Education, Pedagogy (Instruction)Tagged teaching tips

Don’t Say Please: The Importance of Imperatives in Classroom Management

September 22, 2023February 21, 2024 Mr. Matthew Nolan

This post discusses the importance of giving commands rather than asking questions in the context of classroom management.

Posted in Pedagogy (Instruction)Tagged teaching tips
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