Monthly Archives: May 2017

What to Ask

A student you know is having difficulties in a class.  Before giving advice, gather some facts.  Ask these questions. Did you go to every single class? If not, what did you do during those hours? If not, how did learn … Continue reading

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They Do What I Say

I am grading written out  “word” problems this morning.  Many of my students are using the steps I gave in class and explaining them well.  They are doing what I said.  For a moment I felt overwhelmed by the responsibility. … Continue reading

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