The 4Cs (communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity) are some of the most important skills students need to learn. They are also some of the most challenging skills to teach. While teachers can model the 4Cs in the classroom, they know that any skill we want students to understand and master requires that students take…
Back To School. Whether these words make you cringe and mourn the end of summer or get you excited about being back in the classroom, back to school is upon us. We wanted to re-share a few tips to make the transition from summer holidays to school days a bit less stressful. 1. Copy Classes Over With Showbie’s Copy…
“How do you spell observation?” my 9-year-old nephew asked me recently while typing a message on his tablet. As a technical writer who moonlights as a writing teacher, I jumped at the chance to help him with his spelling question. A little too excitedly I asked, “How do you think you spell it?” He began…
As teachers and students get ready to return to school in many parts of the world, we’ve got a brand new version of Showbie lined up to help you and your students tackle the next school year. It’s a big update! Read on to find out what we’ve been working on this summer. EngageNY Activities…
Westlake Academy Charter School in Dallas, Texas once again honored Middle Years Programme Algebra teacher Elizabeth Nairon as Teacher of the Year. Nairon was one of four finalists this year, and also received the award in 2016. Westlake Academy has been awarding Teacher of the Year since 2013. A selection committee comprised of academic, IB, corporate, and community…
Showbie is excited to announce its two newest team members, Erin Orris and Morgan Patzelt! Erin and Morgan have recently come on board as Teacher Ambassadors, helping new teachers get up and running with Showbie. The Teacher Ambassador (TA) role is new to Showbie and demonstrates our commitment to ensuring teachers, even those using the free…
