- The Research is In
How to Move From the ‘Main Idea’ to ‘Background Knowledge’
Traditional approaches to reading instruction—such as finding the “main idea”—are less effective than a knowledge-rich approach, the research shows. - Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
13 Picture Books for a Rainy Day
These books feature characters who find joy in rainy-day activities from looking for worms to emulating a classic song by singing (and dancing) in the rain. - Career & Technical Education
Elementary School Learning Nights Led by High School Students
Asking teenagers to plan learning nights for elementary kids has benefits for both sets of students—and the kids’ parents. - Student Wellness
How to Make PE More Inclusive
When gym class is a place where all students feel welcome, phys ed has the power to help kids develop lifelong habits of well-being. - Financial Literacy
Integrating Financial Literacy Throughout the Day in Elementary School
From math to reading to indoor recess, there are many opportunities to weave financial concepts into existing elementary routines and lessons. - New Teachers
Unlocking Engagement in Middle and High School Math
A small shift in lesson presentation can encourage older students to actively participate in class. - Literacy
Tools to Boost Students’ Reading Stamina
Try these strategies to help your students sustain their focus on reading for longer periods of time, and drive comprehension in the process.108 - Technology Integration
Zooming With Historians to Reinforce Student Learning
A conversation with a subject matter expert is a rare and powerful experience that helps cement learners’ recently acquired knowledge.112 - Critical Thinking
3 Simple Strategies to Improve Students’ Problem-Solving Skills
These strategies are designed to make sure students have a good understanding of problems before attempting to solve them.116 - Literacy
Developing Early Literacy Skills With Hexagonal Thinking Strategies
Hexagonal thinking can enhance literacy instruction by encouraging students to make connections between sounds, words, and meanings.258
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- Student Engagement
4 Brain Breaks for Different Classroom Needs
These brain breaks are designed to serve different purposes, and selecting the right one at the right time can yield positive results.3.3k - Assessment
How Many Retakes Should Students Get?
Teachers can set fair boundaries on retakes to emphasize skill building without creating an unmanageable workload for themselves.971 - Literacy
5 High-Impact Writing Strategies for the Elementary Grades
Simple, effective exercises can help elementary students develop the foundational writing skills they need for their academic journey.779 - Critical Thinking
6 Ways to Improve Students’ Math Literacy
Middle and high school math teachers can use these ideas to build students’ reading comprehension and reasoning skills using real tasks like budgeting.753 - Teaching Strategies
17 Fun Games to Get World Language Learners Talking
When learning a new language, speaking in front of peers can be daunting. These games can help alleviate pressure and lower the stakes for students.728
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How Many Retakes Should Students Get?
Teachers can set fair boundaries on retakes to emphasize skill building without creating an unmanageable workload for themselves.971 - Assessment
The Advantages of Verbal Assessments
High school teachers can use verbal assessments to ensure that students really know the content and are building oral communication skills.320 - Assessment
Question: Do You Grade Formative Assessments?
Our Managing Editor Tom Berger was under the impression that they were ungraded, but is now looking to get a clearer picture.223 - Assessment
Assessing Learning Based on Skills
When student skills are the driving force behind proficiency scales, assessments provide a road map to success.563 - Project-Based Learning (PBL)
I Let Students Choose Their Grading Criteria, and Here’s How It Went
When students have a say in the assessment of their work, they find more enjoyment in demonstrating their knowledge.646
- Research
Brains That Fire Together Wire Together
A 2023 study revealed that while learning, the brains of students and teachers looked remarkably similar. - 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.528 - Brain-Based Learning
6 Ways to Capture Students’ Attention
Teachers can use insights from neuroscience to help ensure that learners stay engaged during class and are more likely to retain information.2.1k - Brain-Based Learning
6 Evidence-Based Instructional Practices Drawn From Cognitive Science
These research-backed strategies have the capacity to help students learn and retain more information.1.1k - Arts Integration
Using Drawing as a Powerful Learning Tool
When students draw something they’re learning about, they’re more likely to remember key details.756
- Formative Assessment
A Metacognitive Strategy to Help High School Students See Their Progress in Learning
These activities, with adaptable worksheets, help high school students check their understanding of course content quickly.657 - Formative Assessment
3 Techniques for Providing Students With Feedback
Teachers can take a conversational approach to giving academic and behavioral feedback, helping students focus on what they can do next.316 - 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.351 - Technology Integration
Delivering Effective Feedback With Microsoft OneNote
This tool gives teachers the opportunity to observe students as they work and provide helpful feedback in real time.291 - Formative Assessment
Improving Your Pre-Unit Assessment
Periodically challenging students with grade-level content they haven’t yet mastered helps construct deeper connections to key concepts.325