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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The Pros and Cons of Course Evaluations in the High School Business Classroom
As the semester draws to a close, many teachers contemplate the effectiveness of their teaching methods and the overall learning experience for their students. One reflection tool to consider is the course evaluation survey. This allows students to share their thoughts and opinions about the course. Today, I want to share the pros and consContinueContinue reading “The Pros and Cons of Course Evaluations in the High School Business Classroom”
4 Tips to Improve Higher-Order Questioning in the High School Business Classroom
Questioning is a powerful tool that can shape the learning experience and foster critical thinking skills among students. Questioning can be used to assess student mastery and aid in-the-moment teaching. Questioning can help engage students, assess mastery, and enhance learning. 1. Pre-Plan Questions While spontaneity has its place in the classroom, strategic pre-planning of questionsContinueContinue reading “4 Tips to Improve Higher-Order Questioning in the High School Business Classroom”
Why You Need Guest Speakers in Your High School Business Classroom
Picture this– an industry professional is leading your class, sharing a story about how they got started in the accounting field. Students are listening and asking questions about the process. You’re at your desk observing. Sounds perfect, right?! Let me elaborate if you’re still wondering about the specifics. Why Guest Speakers? 🌐 Let’s face it:ContinueContinue reading “Why You Need Guest Speakers in Your High School Business Classroom”
Why You Should be Using Current Events in Your Business Classroom
Incorporating article reviews on business-related current events can breathe new life into your lessons while providing an array of benefits for both you and your students. Let’s explore why you should embrace this teaching tool and some tips for implementation. 💬 Promotes Lively Discussions and Debates Article reviews are like a catalyst for sparking engagingContinueContinue reading “Why You Should be Using Current Events in Your Business Classroom”
Why You Should Stop Performing and Start Facilitating
Do you feel pressure to perform? Like you need to shoot fireworks out of your fingertips to entertain your students? Do you dread those long presentations where you spend the class period talking and you’re even boring yourself? It’s time you stop performing and start facilitating. We’ve all had teachers who seemed to be moreContinueContinue reading “Why You Should Stop Performing and Start Facilitating”
How to Use Stations in Your High School Business Classroom
Are you looking for a way to mix things up in your classroom? Something that would allow you to get students up and out of their seats while maintaining course rigor? Stations are an interactive teaching strategy that can transform a boring class into a collaborative learning experience. Stations can help engage your students andContinueContinue reading “How to Use Stations in Your High School Business Classroom”
6 Tips for Teaching the Business Plan to High School Students
Do you dread teaching the business plan to your high school business students? Try these 6 tips to make the business plan a success in your classroom.
3 Strategies to Increase Productivity for High School Teachers
Do you have a never-ending to-do list? Just as you think you’ve checked something off your list it seems as though you have 2 more to add. You know that one step forward, two steps back feeling? I’m a paper calendar and to-do list kind of person because I love marking things off my list.ContinueContinue reading “3 Strategies to Increase Productivity for High School Teachers”
3 Ice Breakers for High School Business that Don’t Suck
Que the groan…. icebreakers. Cheesy icebreakers are sure to have students rolling their eyes as you attempt to create hype over an activity they have no interest in. Throw out the old activities and try one of these ideas instead. Logo Recall You may have seen this activity shared in Facebook groups, but have youContinueContinue reading “3 Ice Breakers for High School Business that Don’t Suck”
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