Rubrics: Clear expectations, guided assessment, targeted improvement for students. Consistent grading, focused feedback, & efficient assessment for teachers. Ensure continuity, reliability, & validity. #TeacherTips #assessment #education #eMINTS #emintsAT

Effective feedback: STAIRs approach.- Specific.- Timely.- Advancement-focused.- Intentional.- Responsive.Improves learning & achievement. Be clear, immediate & goal-oriented. #TeacherTips #assessment #education.Follow @emintsnc for more #TuesdayTips! #eMINTS #emintsAT

#ContentQuestions are like chapters in a book—fact-based and focused on clear answers. They emphasize recall and definitions, helping students build foundational knowledge. Examples from Charlotte's Web include: What is a runt? Who loves Wilbur most of all? #eMINTS #emintsAT

Have partners #brainstorm by taking turns and rallying to share their thoughts verbally or in writing using the Rally Robin or Rally Table #CooperativeLearning strategy. #eMINTS #emintsAT #emintsTips

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Try the Graffiti Wall strategy with your #students to promote #brainstorming! Group learners in teams, record a prompt or topic on the whiteboard or anchor chart, and have learners simultaneously draw visual representations for that topic. #eMINTS #emintsAT #emintsTips

#emints site visit to Elberta, AL! Students were designing one-page compositions for team discussions! #emintsAT @emintsnc #emints4admin

#emints site visit today in Foley, AL! Students were working on project design research and using their minds to grow and learn! @emintsnc #emintsAT

Enjoy this tip? Want to learn more about bringing #CooperativeLearning to your school? #eMINTS is now recruiting for two grants! Visit for more information! #eMINTS #emintsAT #prosocial #literacy.