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There should be no hidden agendas in our school. That is, there should never be a time when a student doesn’t have or is not using an agenda. Don’t take it for granted that your students are writing in their agendas. Create the agenda habit by making agenda use a regular part of every class period by telling students exactly what to write. Some agenda writing should be part of your rituals and routines, as students simply transfer what has been written on the teacher’s daily agenda on the board to their own agendas. Besides the obvious such as homework, an abbreviated form on the standard for the day, and the general theme of the lesson, don’t forget about having students write long-range items such as test dates, when projects are due, and even little reminders along the way to help them remember to do some research or begin reviewing for the BIG test. Agenda use, it’s a good thing!
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