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Writing Descriptive Feedback That Builds Independent Thinkers
Written feedback can either correct students or strengthen their thinking. Discover a Finnish-inspired approach to descriptive feedback that builds independence, reflection, and deep learning in any classroom.
vanessa speigle
1 day ago2 min read


🌱 When Calm Walks In: Why Teacher Energy Shapes the Classroom
“You’ve tried stricter rules, more consequences, even stars on the board — but the atmosphere is still tense. Students resist group work and snap at each other instead of supporting one another. What if the change your class needs starts with something quieter — the calm energy you bring when you walk into the room?”
vanessa speigle
Sep 14, 20254 min read
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