Teacher Talk
What does differentiation mean?
What is... Adjusting instruction for diverse learners
Your class is too loud — what’s your go-to quiet signal?
What is... Lights off, countdown, call & response, etc.
What does IEP stand for?
What is... Individualized Education Program
Who is the teacher on the Magic School Bus?
What is... Ms. Frizzle
What does SPSEA stand for?
What is... Student Pennsylvania State Education Association
What is a brain break?
What is.... Short mental break to help focus
A student is crying before lunch. What’s your first move?
What is... Check in privately, show empathy
What’s one of Howard Gardner’s multiple intelligences?
What is... Musical, kinesthetic, linguistic, visual, bodily, interpersonal, intrapersonal, etc
What subject did Mr. Feeny teach on Boy Meets World?
What is... History
Who’s our SPSEA President?
What is... Paige Currie
What does UDL stand for?
What is.... Universal Design for Learning
The copier is broken before your lesson — now what?
What is... Adapt, use whiteboard, improvise!
What’s the purpose of formative assessment?
What is... Monitor progress during learning
Who plays the teacher in School of Rock?
What is... Jack Black / Dewey Finn
Name one event SPSEA hosted this semester.
What is... Pizza with PEARL, Game Night
What’s a “teachable moment”?
What is... Unexpected chance to connect learning to real life
What’s a good reward for great behavior that isn’t candy?
What is... Extra recess, special job, sticker, etc
Name a component of explicit instruction.
What is... Modeling, guided practice, feedback
In Matilda, what makes Miss Honey such a beloved teacher?
What is... She’s kind, patient, and believes in every child’s potential — showing that empathy and encouragement can change lives.
What does the “PSEA” part of SPSEA connect us to?
What is... Pennyslvania State Education Association
What’s one example of positive reinforcement?
What is... Praise, stickers, points, etc.
What’s the #1 rule of teaching lessons?
What is... be flexible
What does RTII stand for?
What is.... Response to Instruction and Intervention
What’s the famous line from Ms. Norbury in Mean Girls?
What is... “You can’t just ask people why they’re white!”
What’s one reason you joined SPSEA?
Open-ended hehe