21st Century Teaching Methods to Replace Textbooks

NO ONE LIKES CHANGEIt’s no secret that I am a big fan of shaking things up in the classroom and swapping out old, stale ways of teaching and replacing them with modern 21st century teaching practices.Now, you would think that I welcome change with open arms because of how often I talk about applying and trying out new teaching methods, or a new cool classroom technology tool.And of course, you might think that I’m quick to abandon traditional teaching methods by how often I talk about LINKtivites - my solution to making learning fun and engaging by providing students with a multimedia learning experience.Well, guess what.  No - I don’t like change.  I’m not always the first one to adopt something new.  I’m often tardy to the party when it comes to trends.But - what I do have going for me that often helps me go outside my comfort zone is my desire to provide the best possible learning experience for students.  In today’s episode I’m sharing with you a replay of an episode I did in early 2021 about 4 alternatives to teaching from a textbook. Textbooks seem to be that tried and true tool that teachers have had forever.  But - if I’m being honest - I’ve never seen a student get excited about reading from a textbook.  And likewise - I’ve never seen a teacher get excited either.In this episode, learn about four 21st century teaching methods that you can apply to your classroom today to replace teaching from a boring, or outdated textbook.For complete show notes visit:  classroomnook.com/podcast/114---------------LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:POST: Five Reasons Why You Should Use Reader’s Theater in the Upper Elementary ClassroomRESOURCES:  Discovery Learning FoldersNative American Regions in North America Political Decisions Made During the Civil WarBiomes Early European ExplorersMajor Battles of the American RevolutionPOST: Engaging Your Students With LINKtivity Interactive Learning Guides (Plus grab a FREE LINKtivity!)LINKtivity® Learning Membership  (Get a FREE 7-Day Trial!)