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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.106 - Teacher Wellness
Using Setbacks as a Path to Success in Teaching
Things often don’t go as planned in the classroom—here’s a systematic way to turn these moments into opportunities for growth.103 - 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.171 - Differentiated Instruction
60-Second Strategy: Heat Warm-Ups
Differentiated levels of “heat” for these math worksheets mean every student starts class feeling both challenged and accomplished. - Curriculum Planning
Here’s What the Science of Reading Looks Like in My High School Classroom
Teachers can design lessons around these five components to deepen student understanding of and engagement with reading material.131 - Arts Integration
Pythagoras and Picasso: Integrating Math and Art in the Classroom
Here are seven ways teachers can use works by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and other artists to teach elementary and middle school math.125 - ChatGPT & Generative AI
4 Simple Steps for Crafting a District AI Policy
School districts can create effective artificial intelligence policies that support academic honesty while embracing emerging technology.112 - Student Engagement
6 Ways to Use Clipboards and Whiteboards to Boost Engagement
These low-tech devices allow teachers to gather formative assessment data and ensure that all students are participating.114 - Student Engagement
Meaningful Learning to End the Year Strong
These end-of-year activities for elementary and middle school can help ensure that all students continue to learn while having fun.126 - Technology Integration
A Pedagogical Guide to Using Microsoft OneNote
A teacher who has used OneNote for years describes how he organizes reading materials, assignments, and other student-facing content.125
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Addressing Work Refusal in the Classroom
As educators grapple with the silent protest of student work refusal, research illuminates the underlying causes—and possible solutions.3.3k - Formative Assessment
28 Ways to Quickly Check for Understanding
From sketching comics to drafting tweets, these fun—and fast—ways to check for understanding are creative and flexible.2.8k - Assessment
A Late Work Policy That Works for Teachers and Students
Creating clear boundaries around when students can submit assignments after the due date can boost morale for everyone.2.6k - Teaching Strategies
Tapping Into the Metacognition of Mistakes
Getting kids to identify and classify the types of mistakes they make gives them the tools they need to drive their own learning.1.3k - Brain-Based Learning
7 Strategies to Help Overwhelmed Students
Some students develop anxiety about assignments, but there are ways teachers can help them cope with these feelings.819
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How to Address School Avoidance
To help reduce chronic absenteeism, schools can help students learn how to self-regulate and manage feelings of discomfort.389 - Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
A Tool to Encourage Students to Respect the Dignity of Their Classmates
The Dignity Index asks students to reflect on their thoughts about others and their willingness to listen to those with different views.415 - Brain-Based Learning
7 Strategies to Help Overwhelmed Students
Some students develop anxiety about assignments, but there are ways teachers can help them cope with these feelings.819 - Administration & Leadership
How Principals Can Foster a Positive School Culture
A principal who focuses on being visible to students and honoring teachers’ work to support everyone in the building explains how she does it all.395 - Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
Helping Elementary Students Develop Conflict Resolution Skills
These tools help kids practice techniques that foster communication, understanding, and social success in the classroom.689
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Motivating Teens With Classroom Competitions
Making games a regular part of class can get even the coolest high school students engaged in the content—and help them recall key concepts and vocabulary.247 - Early Childhood Education
Building Young Students’ Working Memory Through Theater Games
By remembering the information necessary to play certain games, students develop skills that lead to academic success.398 - THE RESEARCH IS IN
5 Popular Education Beliefs That Aren’t Backed by Research
Making adjustments to these common misconceptions can turn dubious strategies into productive lessons, the research suggests.6.2k - Research
Brains That Fire Together Wire Together
A 2023 study revealed that while learning, the brains of students and teachers looked remarkably similar.463 - Critical Thinking
Helping Young Kids Manage Productive Struggle
Elementary school teachers can cultivate resilience—and academic growth—in young students through a carefully scaffolded approach to productive struggle.551
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Integrating Technology Into Collaborative Professional Learning
Incorporating digital collaboration into PD gives teachers a model to replicate when setting up tech activities for students.270 - Instructional Coaching
How Instructional Coaches Can Help Teachers Foster Students’ SEL Skills
Leveraging the teacher-coach relationship can build support systems that make SEL instruction more effective.284 - Instructional Coaching
What Mentors and Mentees Wish the Other Knew
A teacher who transitioned from mentee to mentor in just one summer offers strategies that can make mentoring productive for all involved.343 - Instructional Coaching
Working Proactively With an Instructional Coach
These collaborative strategies center teachers’ voices in instructional coaching relationships.474 - Formative Assessment
Reinventing Your School Data Wall
Student data can be organized in ways that better encourage organic conversations around the trends you’re tracking.370