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Better Ways to Ask—and Answer—Questions in Math Class
Elementary students benefit from questions that create conversations about math concepts and give all children a chance to answer. - Collaborative Learning
3 Instructional Shifts to Facilitate Student-Led Learning
Opportunities to take initiative in the classroom encourage students to build up their critical-thinking and collaboration skills. - Curriculum Planning
5 Ways to Increase Elementary Students’ Knowledge of Other Countries
Awareness and appreciation of different cultural perspectives ensures that students have an open mind when considering global issues. - Game-Based Learning
Making Math Review a High-Energy Game
In the 100 Squares Challenge, math review takes the form of friendly—but fierce!—competition, inspiring students to complete problems under pressure. - Literacy
Nurturing Mistake Tolerance in the Classroom
Teachers can help students get over the fear of making a mistake by showing them that errors are just a part of the learning process.108 - Communication Skills
4 Strategies for Developing Confident Student Speakers
Consistent support and low-stakes opportunities to practice go a long way to help students overcome the challenges of speaking in front of a group.107 - Administration & Leadership
Leading by Example as a School Administrator
Leaders often provide feedback without receiving it in turn, but they can offer a power example to staff through efforts to collect and use feedback.103 - Administration & Leadership
The Power of Finding a Thought Partner
Teaching can be isolating, and finding a like-minded colleague to talk things over with has a lot of benefits.103 - Student Engagement
Why Movement Matters in Math
These strategies for building controlled movement into learning can help middle school math students stay focused and engaged.161 - Teaching Strategies
Responding Professionally to Unreasonable Requests From Parents
See sample responses teachers can use to be polite but firm when presented with irrational demands from parents or caregivers.136
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As educators grapple with the silent protest of student work refusal, research illuminates the underlying causes—and possible solutions.4.2k - Formative Assessment
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From sketching comics to drafting tweets, these fun—and fast—ways to check for understanding are creative and flexible.3.1k - Research
Why Kids Should Nature Journal at All Grade Levels
A 2023 review makes a strong case that hands-on observation of natural phenomena has both academic and psychological benefits.2.3k - Classroom Management
How to Improve Classroom Behavior Without Public Shaming
Instead of clip charts and data walls, try these classroom management techniques to discourage misbehavior and build a stronger classroom community.2k - Curriculum Planning
Here’s What the Science of Reading Looks Like in My High School Classroom
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- Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Connecting Across Disciplines in PBL
Here are three ways to set up project-based learning that involves more than one subject area, which is highly engaging for students.166 - Project-Based Learning (PBL)
How to Authentically Use PBL Products
Knowing their work will be shown to a public audience is a powerful and positive motivation for students to produce great work.276 - Project-Based Learning (PBL)
PBL for Pre-K Through Second Grade
Very young students can benefit from project-based learning, as these detailed steps for a project conducted by preschool students demonstrate.603 - Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Engaging Students With Challenge Based Learning
High school students can participate in hands-on, relevant projects that provide effective solutions to problems in their community.381 - Collaborative Learning
An Effective Strategy for Successful Group Work
Articulating what good teamwork looks like takes planning, reflection, and respect for student choice.677
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Skill-Developing Games for ELLs
These simple activities for high school English language learners can keep them engaged and having fun as they learn.214 - English Language Learners
Ensuring That ELLs Feel Comfortable Learning a New Language
These strategies for supporting English language learners, especially older students, can help reduce any embarrassment they may feel.220 - English Language Learners
Adapting Math Word Problems for ELLs
To make word problems less confusing, especially for English language learners, change the language, not the math. Here are some ideas.521 - English Language Learners
Using Google Tools to Support Newcomer ELLs
Teachers can guide English language learners in using a variety of Google tools to make lessons more equitable and accessible.901 - Administration & Leadership
What It’s Like Leading a Dual-Language School
See how one school leader creates responsive and constructive spaces for English language learners at a dual-language elementary school.331
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The Power of Summer Wellness Checks
A trauma-informed approach to communication when school is out of session is important for students who may be experiencing difficulties.143 - Administration & Leadership
Turning Around a Tough Hiring Process
If your school is having trouble hiring and keeping teachers, these strategies can help attract the right candidates—and make sure they want to stay.157 - Teacher Wellness
8 Ways to Create a Supportive Work Environment for Teachers
Improving teachers’ work-related mental health requires a commitment to transforming their workplace culture.244 - Administration & Leadership
A Practical Guide to Grief-Sensitive School Policies
When a school community experiences loss, having grief policies already in place can lessen the trauma.153 - Administration & Leadership
5 Ways to Recruit a Diverse Team of Teachers
By thinking strategically about the interview process, school administrators can attract a diverse pool of strong candidates.167