Teaching Hacks: 5 Secrets to Save Time and Boost Engagement

As a teacher, you know the struggle. You're juggling lesson plans, grading papers, managing behavior, and trying to fit in some semblance of a personal life. It's no wonder that feeling overwhelmed and burnt out is a common teacher experience.

But what if there were some simple hacks you could use to save time and boost engagement in your classroom? Hacks that could free up your precious time and energy, and make teaching more enjoyable for both you and your students?

Well, there are! Here are some secrets to help you transform your classroom from chaos to calm, and free up some time to focus on what really matters:

1. Technology to the Rescue:

Edtech isn't just a buzzword; it's a powerful tool that can save you hours of time and make learning more engaging for your students.

Use online grading platforms: Instead of spending hours hunched over papers, try using online grading platforms like ClassDojo or Google Classroom. These platforms allow you to grade assignments quickly and easily, and provide students with instant feedback.

Embrace educational apps and games: There are countless educational apps and games available that can teach students everything from math and science to history and language arts. These games can be a great way to supplement your lessons and keep students engaged.

2. The Power of Planning:

Taking the time to plan your lessons effectively can save you a ton of time in the long run.

Create weekly or monthly lesson plans: This will help you stay organized and ensure that you're covering all of the material you need to.

Use templates and checklists: There are countless templates and checklists available online that can help you save time on planning.

Delegate tasks to students: Don't be afraid to ask your students to help out with tasks like setting up the classroom or collecting homework. This can free up your time to focus on other things.

I hope these hacks help you to create a more efficient and engaging classroom!

Have a wonderful day and continue being that efficient Teacher, see you in the next part of our discussion.