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Improving Your Teaching With an AI Coach
New tools are leveraging artificial intelligence to help teachers glean insights into how they interact with students.133 - Student Engagement
Protocols That Get All Students Talking in Class Discussions
These intentional response strategies create entry points for students who may feel reticent to share in class discussions.3111 - Brain-Based Learning
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These strategies go beyond flash cards to help students learn new terms and apply them in novel contexts.1121 - Literacy
Centering Classroom Values in Peer Writing Workshops
By structuring peer feedback processes with intention, teachers can help students develop reflection and communication skills.107 - Culturally Responsive Teaching
The Benefits of Defining Inclusion With Your Students
Teachers can facilitate conversations to ensure that students feel welcomed, heard, and valued in the classroom.3129 - Teaching Strategies
Designing Effective Microlessons
This four-step framework allows teachers to engage students in a short, powerful lesson.1120 - Technology Integration
3 Super Engaging Ways to Integrate Technology Into Lessons for Young Readers
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Assigning More Meaningful Math Homework
A small set of problems or even one substantial problem can be enough to supplement classroom instruction.1219
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Collaborating with a local senior center in areas across the curriculum can enrich lessons and boost students’ social and emotional skills.2145 - Literacy
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Teaching poetry can be an effective way to encourage students to thoughtfully consider their experiences and build connections with their peers.1502 - Administration & Leadership
Guiding Students to Manage Their Emotions
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A well-known approach that combines high expectations with a firm belief in students’ ability to succeed can guide them to deeper learning.2174 - Early Childhood Education
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