#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.
#tlap A1 Prepare everyday to give my Ss the best day possible! It is not all about assignments, it is about making sure they feel the belong in the school community.
#tlap A2 Create student centered lessons. My colleague @1988project does a wonderful job of creating collaboration & creativity in his class. Allows Ss to engage and believe in their abilities! Ts need to become facilitators!
A2: Encourage teachers and staff to take on the role of lead learner and facilitator. Encourage risk taking and support them as they guide students from being consumers to creators! #tlap
#tlap A3 We believe in exposing our Ss to primary sources. We have gone out and found experts to share their stories and experiences. Here are just a few:
Leading by example, modeling life- long learning. Giving the green light as @_AndyJacks would say! Supporting teachers who are thinking outside the box to reach all students and provide them with authentic learning experiences. #tlap
A4: Actions speak louder than words. Listen first! Let teachers see you take risks and make mistakes. We are all learning together. Being an administrator isn't about the title. It's about working and learning together as a team to make school relevant and awesome for kids.#tlap
Empowered teachers empower their students in the classroom! Provide relevant choice PD to teachers so they can keep growing to meet the needs of today's learner. #tlap
