Western Fellowship Teachers' Institute 2022

A brief overview of this classic book about teachers and learners; to impart knowledge of these laws and their underlying Read More...

On the playground or in the classroom, students win and lose. How can we teach our students to be humble Read More...

Why do we need career teachers? How can you become one? What will it cost? Pass it on:

What preexisting sources of information and wisdom do first-year teachers bring to the classroom? Pass it on:

A session on effective preparation strategies for teachers. Pass it on:

A session for novice teachers on effective procedures for managing a multi-grade classroom. Pass it on:

A session for teachers on presenting lessons effectively. Pass it on:

A session on the common difficulties and pitfalls faced by novice teachers (and how to avoid them). Pass it on:

Session one of a three-part series on teaching phonics and reading. Pass it on:

Session two of a three-part series on teaching phonics and reading. Pass it on:

Session three of a three-part series on teaching phonics and reading. Pass it on:

A talk for teachers on the subject of personal integrity. Part 1 of 3. Pass it on:

A talk for teachers on the subject of personal integrity. Part 2 of 3. Pass it on:

A talk for teachers on the subject of personal integrity. Part 3 of 3. Pass it on:

When all else fails, read the directions. Yes, I mean teachers. Will we ever learn? There are so many resources Read More...

What does a child need to feel accepted? How can we raise children who easily find acceptance with peers and Read More...

A series of reflections for novice teachers on the privilege of teaching. Pass it on:

If at first you don’t suceed, try, try again. At the end of the toughest day, don’t give up! Pass Read More...

Sometimes we run up against deadlines even when we are diligent, but sometimes its of our own habitual laziness or Read More...

A hammer and nails, a square, a tape measure- of course these belong in a toolbox. But what are the Read More...

Reflections on The Beatitudes in the context of school. Pass it on:

God made all these personalities and abilities that walked through your classroom door and into your heart. He is the Read More...

A series of reflections on the perfect teacher, the perfect parent, the perfect board member, and the perfect student. Pass Read More...

Session one of a three-part series on the power of math. Pass it on:

Session two of a three-part series on the power of math. Pass it on:

Session three of a three-part series on the power of math. Pass it on:

A recording of a panel discussion at WFTI 2022. Pass it on:

Session one of a three-part series on teaching music. Pass it on:

Session two of a three-part series on teaching music. Pass it on:

Session three of a three-part series on teaching music. Pass it on:

What is happening when we communicate? Session one of a four-part series on effective communication. Pass it on:

What are some general principles and practices for effective communication? Session two of a four-part series on effective communication. Pass Read More...

What does effective communication look like in the classroom? Session three of a four-part series on effective communication. Pass it Read More...

All teachers at some point need to have difficult conversations with fellow adults: colleagues, authorities, peers. What are some things Read More...

A session for teachers on the geography of the Bible. Pass it on:

A session for teachers on the geography of North America. Pass it on:

A session for teachers on the geography of the world. Pass it on:

Is my classroom disordered or disciplined? Children naturally crave structure and discipline, yet something keeps them testing the limits and Read More...

Line upon line…again and again and again. Here are effective drill methods for your lower grade classroom. Pass it on:

All teachers face potential for great amounts of clutter in their classroom. In this workshop we will explore practical ways Read More...

Gail Godwin says, “Good teaching is one fourth preparation and three fourths theater.” This class will look at the similarities Read More...

What are some cultures that you don’t want in your classroom? What are some that you do? What are some Read More...

A young child needs to have a proper foundation for respect established in the lower grades. Respect is a requirement Read More...

In the upper grades, respect is tested in a new way as young people begin thinking on their own. We Read More...

“Attention, Please!” ”Stick at your work.” ”Did you not hear the question I asked?” Some days we run out of Read More...

“How will I help Larry learn to stick at his work? How can I teach him to strive for neatness Read More...

“Oh No! It looks like Mary may have another moody day….Give me wisdom, Lord. Yesterday she did so well.” What Read More...

“Done with your work for the day before lunchtime?” Teacher smiled approvingly. But…maybe it’s not all a blessing after all. Read More...

Are there ways to introduce your subject to the class that gets their attention and helps them to be able Read More...

Devotional periods come alive with fitting object lessons and illustrations. But when do we have time to prepare and where Read More...

What systems work for memorizing? How can we make it stick for long-term? What is the value of memorization? How Read More...

Teachers, you have a profound influence on your students. Parents, school board, and church leadership are counting on you to Read More...

To see them grow up to be teachers, parents, pastors, mission workers, and any other Christian work. Let us have Read More...

I wonder what Google says about that? For too many, Google has become a crutch. We need to beware of Read More...

Motivation is an important part of getting assignments done correctly and on time. What are some ways to get your Read More...

I assumed you knew everything! How do we communicate effectively with our teacher team? Lots of working together is needed. Read More...

Calling from what may seem like the distance of outer space at times, teachers are looking for help, answers, support, Read More...

There will always be problems in the classroom, and sometimes you can’t work on all of them at once. How Read More...