Neal Fulks

This lesson introduces middle school students to effective testing strategies through collaborative learning. Students will learn techniques to manage time, understand question types, and reduce test anxiety, helping them demonstrate their knowledge more effectively. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with skills that can enhance their academic performance and confidence during exams.

In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of square and cube roots through active learning strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the inverse operations of squaring and cubing, which are foundational for higher-level math concepts.

This lesson focuses on teaching students how to disagree respectfully and advocate for others. Through game-based and collaborative learning strategies, students will explore the impact of word choice, tone, and body language on discussions and relationships. The lesson includes a Kahoot quiz for review, group activities, and an exit ticket to assess understanding and goals. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills and fostering a supportive classroom environment.

This lesson engages middle school students in a fun and educational Thanksgiving-themed word search activity. By participating in this game-based learning experience, students will reinforce their understanding of Thanksgiving-related vocabulary, practice spelling, and enhance their language skills. This lesson is important as it combines learning with play, making vocabulary acquisition enjoyable and memorable for students.

This lesson focuses on developing active listening skills among middle school EBD students. Through a combination of video content and interactive activities, students will learn the importance of patience, non-verbal communication, and empathy in listening. This lesson is crucial as it helps students build stronger relationships and enhances their communication skills, which are vital for personal and academic success.

In this lesson, students will explore Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Tell-Tale Heart' to practice citing textual evidence. Through collaborative learning, students will engage in a discussion and an activity to analyze the text and support their inferences with evidence. This lesson is important as it enhances critical reading skills and the ability to support arguments with textual evidence, which are essential skills in ELA.

This session is designed to provide middle school parents with a platform to ask questions and gain insights into managing anxiety in their children. The session will include a brief presentation on anxiety, followed by a Q&A segment where parents can engage with experts. This lesson is important as it empowers parents with knowledge and strategies to support their children effectively.

This lesson introduces middle school students to the concepts of fixed and growth mindsets through collaborative and game-based learning. By contrasting these mindsets, students will learn to recognize their own mindset and explore ways to develop a growth mindset. This lesson is crucial for fostering resilience and adaptability in students, helping them to embrace challenges and learn from feedback.