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A Hop, Skip, and a Jump: Creating Your Own Sensory Path
The possibilities for creating a sensory path to give students a movement break are endless. Here’s what schools across the country are doing.150 
Critical ThinkingUsing Metacognition to Enhance Learning in All Grades
When students use a questioning strategy to think about their own thinking, they can see how to transfer their learning to new situations.211
Online LearningReaching Through the Screen to Develop a Community of Learners
Online instruction is remote, but it doesn’t have to be distant—teachers can cultivate a cohesive group in early elementary classrooms.164
Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)Finishing Class Strong With Optimistic Closures
The best closing activities use social and emotional practices to reinforce the day’s lessons, so students leave feeling confident—and competent—on their learning journey.
Classroom ManagementSensory Strategies That Help Students Refocus on Learning
Elementary students face a constant stream of distracting sensory stimuli throughout the day, but these simple, quick exercises can help them stay on track.209
Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)5 Adaptable SEL Strategies for In-Person or Distance Learning
Whatever this school year brings, teachers can consistently use these strategies to promote critical life skills.217
Student EngagementThe Importance of Student Choice Across All Grade Levels
When students get to make decisions about their learning, it can be powerfully motivating.393
Student EngagementGuiding Students to Discover the Beauty of Math
Simple strategies and a positive environment can spark students’ curiosity and encourage them to explore how math touches our lives.193
Differentiated InstructionDifferentiation in Preschool
Once teachers get to know preschool students well, it’s possible set up learning experiences that keep them all appropriately challenged.138
Administration & LeadershipLeadership That Alleviates Stress
By keeping their stress levels in check and helping their staff to do the same, administrators can set the stage for a successful year.166
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The Research Is InDefending a Teacher’s Right to Disconnect
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It’s not just about moving desks and chairs around—a flexible learning space makes room for more student voice and choice.1.9k
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The most effective way to study math is not intuitive for a lot of students, so providing explicit instruction on this skill is essential.700
AssessmentSimple Ways to Solicit Peer Feedback
When high school students assess each other’s work, they have an authentic audience and may be more likely to act on suggestions.342
Formative Assessment8 Steps to Making Feedback More Effective
A process that integrates peer and teacher feedback with periods of revision drives deeper learning for middle and high school students.1.5k
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LiteracyIntroducing Students to the Anatomy of Nonfiction Books
When students understand the various parts of nonfiction texts, they’re more prepared for college or work after high school.461
LiteracyWhich Reading Strategies to Try, and Which to Ditch
Research shows that some popular activities for reading instruction don’t actually result in more fluent readers—so we rounded up the most classroom-worthy ones.3.2k
Culturally Responsive Teaching7 Diverse Texts to Bolster Reading Lessons
Books that reflect the rich diversity of this country can teach upper elementary students important lessons about both identity and literacy.555
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School CultureBeginning the New Year on a Positive Note
An educational consultant shares ideas for fostering a positive learning environment gleaned from teachers and administrators around the country.136
Classroom ManagementSupporting Tweens and Teens During a Challenging Life Stage
Middle and high school teachers can take simple steps to help students feel confident of success in their studies as they begin to transition into adulthood.125
New TeachersSupporting New Teachers This Year
For new teachers, this year will have challenges beyond the ordinary, and mentoring by their more experienced colleagues will be invaluable.427
The Research Is InHow Novice and Expert Teachers Approach Classroom Management Differently
A 2021 study reveals the ways in which new and experienced teachers think about discipline—plus 6 takeaways for managing your classroom effectively this year.9.5k