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The Blue Skunk Blog Leaving readers confused at a higher level since 2005

Outside the Cave A social studies & English teacher from the Bronx reflects on his practice, the state of education, and many other topics. Read his take on his appearance on Education Nation, hosted by MSNBC.

Free Technology 4 Teachers  Free resources and lesson plans for teaching with technology

The Clever Sheep  Leading in new directions

The Thinking Stick  Thoughts on educational technology in our 21st century schools

Langwitches Blog  The Magic of Learning

Cool Cat Teacher Blog Teaching students with new tools, enthusiasm, and the belief that teaching is a noble calling

Radical Learners <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The author believes that learning is central to a full, rich life. He writes about learning, teaching, and professional development.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">What's Shakin' in Ed Tech? <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Flagstaff's own Bonnie Feather updates this blog regularly with tools to enhance teachers' integration of educational technology. Bonnie is the Tech Integration Specialist for Coconino County.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Books to Guide Teachers in Their Practice
<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Teach Like a Champion - 49 Techniques That Put Students on the Path to College <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">by Doug Lemov, 2010

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The Art and Science of Teaching <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> by Robert J. Marzano, 2007

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The Educator's Guide to Preventing and Solving Discipline Problems <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> by Mark Boynton & Christine Boynton, 2005

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Integrating Differentiated Instruction + Understanding by Design <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> by Carol Ann Tomlinson & Jay McTighe, 2006

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Digital Storytelling Guide for Educators <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> by Midge Frazel, 2010

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">A Framework for Understanding Poverty <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> by Ruby K. Payne, 1996