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We know that there is a strong relationship between vocabulary and reading comprehension. Systematic vocabulary instruction is an integral part of a K-12 comprehensive literacy framework for instruction. via Feedly

This article goes into depths about various definitions of differentiated instruction and how to correctly implement it into your classroom.

this site provides an abundance of links and other resources that can be used for differentiated instruction

Article provides an overview of shifts in reading instruction driven by the Common Core State Standards

The Teacher Channel aims to provide innovative videos and resources to educators to meet its goals of building teacher-driven professional learning, deepening and improving opportunities for teacher learning, and elevating and celebrating teachers in society. The website includes a growing collection of videos that focus on the Common Core State Standards, some of which focus on the background of the Common Core in certain grades/subjects, while others highlight instructional practices aligned to specific standards. 

This is the printable PDF summary of the Technology Integration Matrix from the Florida Center for Instructional Technology.

The Technology Integration Matrix from the Florida Center for Instructional Technology is one of the best resources available to drive better thinking on technology integration in the classroom.  The matrix considers 5 levels of technology integration and 5 characteristics of the learning environment.  Short videos of classroom practice in four core content areas illustrate each cell in the matrix. 

Free online math practice organized by Common Core State Standards.   These free modules would be excellent to use for math practice centers.   Each practice quiz includes links to an instructional video and keeps track of student performance.   

Collection of interactive math tools and lessons organized by math domain and grade level. These "virtual manipulatives" can be used on interactive whiteboards, ipads, or computers as part of classroom instruction.

To some the electric slide may just be a novelty dance. Astute readers of technology blogs will know that this Electric Slide happens to be a application that allows visitors to wirelessly present their PowerPoint slides, documents, and videos using just their iPhone or iPad. First-time visitors can watch an instructional video and then go ahead and get started. The Features area contains details on the operations of the program and the Help section offers up some useful suggestions. This version is compatible with all operating systems running iOS 5.1.1 and newer. From The Scout Report, Copyright Internet Scout 1994-2013. https://www.scout.wisc.edu/

Nicely organized Wiki aligning apps to Marzano's effective instructional strategies, organized by tool type, and organized by task.

This article provides a good introduction to and explanation of the flipped classroom model; includes links a number of web tools.

Vocabulary and its strong relationship to comprehension has been verified over and over again. Vocabulary plays an important part in learning to read as well as reading to learn. via Feedly