It’s observation day. Your admin walks in with a laptop, you take a deep breath, and suddenly you’re hyper-aware of every detail — from the pacing of your lesson to the question types you’re asking. You want your lesson to feel seamless, engaging, and purposeful. The good news? You don’t need to reinvent the wheelContinueContinue reading “Observation-Approved Lessons for Business Teachers”
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7 Engaging First-Day Activities for High School Business Classes
The first day of class sets the tone for the whole semester. Students walk in distracted, sluggish, or unsure — and you’re balancing routines, expectations, and content. That’s why I love starting with activities that are low-prep, interactive, and meaningful. From a “This or That” movement game to course preview bingo, these first-day strategies help students engage, collaborate, and make real-world connections right away.
Teaching Students Business Meeting Skills That Actually Stick
Teaching students how to run a professional business meeting can be tricky. Many have never seen one in action, which makes it hard to explain roles, etiquette, and purpose in a way that feels real-world. In this post, you’ll discover engaging classroom activities—from case studies and jigsaw research to role play simulations and follow-up emails—that make business meeting skills come alive for high school students. Perfect for business education, marketing, and career readiness classes.
Halloween Marketing Fun: Teach Branding with a Pumpkin Mascot Activity for Students
Looking for a fun, hands-on way to teach branding to high school business and marketing students this Halloween? This pumpkin mascot activity combines creativity, research, and marketing strategy. Students will decorate pumpkins as brand mascots, complete company research, present their designs, and even vote on their favorites. Perfect for classroom displays, this engaging activity brings Halloween spirit while reinforcing key branding concepts!
Building Presentation Skills in the High School Business and Marketing Classroom
Strong presentation skills are vital for success in business. Teachers can cultivate these skills in students through various low-stakes and formal activities. Key areas include verbal and nonverbal communication, organization, audience engagement, visual aids, and confidence. Frequent practice and feedback will enhance students’ effectiveness in presentations, preparing them for future challenges.
Simplifying SWOT Analysis for Students
The SWOT analysis is crucial for business assessment but can be challenging for students. Simplifying the process involves explaining components, providing prompts, visualizing with quadrants, using real-world scenarios, and encouraging collaboration. Incorporating brands students admire boosts engagement, while reflection ensures mastery of concepts. This method enhances critical thinking and practical application.
11 Fun Friday Ideas for the Business Classroom
Fridays are the perfect opportunity to shake things up and infuse a bit of fun into your classroom. I have a collection of ideas that will help you end your week on a high note. 1. Escape Rooms Use a business-themed escape room to get students to collaborate and think critically. These activities are fantasticContinueContinue reading “11 Fun Friday Ideas for the Business Classroom”
Simplify Lesson Planning for Introduction to Business and Marketing
Lesson planning can be one of the most daunting tasks for teachers, especially when introducing a variety of subjects in a class like Introduction to Business and Marketing. However, having a well-thought-out scope and pacing guide can make a world of difference. You can grab my FREE Introduction to Business and Marketing Scope and PacingContinueContinue reading “Simplify Lesson Planning for Introduction to Business and Marketing”
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