S2EP09 How to prioritize teaching tasks when EVERYTHING seems urgent

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S2EP09 How to prioritize teaching tasks when EVERYTHING seems urgent

FromAngela Watson's Truth for Teachers

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Sep 27, 2015

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The foundation of using your time effectively and being efficient is knowing how to prioritize your tasks. In this episode, I'll share 7 guiding principles to remember when figuring out what to get done first.

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Sep 27, 2015

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S2EP09 How to prioritize teaching tasks when EVERYTHING seems urgent

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