- Professional Learning
What Do They Want From Me?: How to Win at Classroom Observations
An instructional coach shares a way to plan for instruction that both serves student growth and alleviates a bit of the stress of being observed.Your content has been saved!
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Using Evidence of Students’ Learning Beyond Grades
Grades are only a starting point for providing appropriate challenges that help students deepen their understanding and make meaningful progress.101Your content has been saved!
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Encouraging Students to Be Open to Participating in Arts Classes
An elementary music teacher describes how she works with reluctant student performers to build risk resilience and increase engagement.109Your content has been saved!
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60-Second Strategy: Waterfall Reading
This choral reading activity builds fluency and confidence, especially for students who feel overwhelmed at the prospect of reading out loud alone.Your content has been saved!
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Attention-Friendly Teaching Techniques in Secondary Classrooms
Teachers can use what we know about attention spans to draw students in and keep them engaged in lessons. - Brain-Based Learning
6 Ways to Apply Cognitive Science Research in the Classroom
A new report covers evidence about how students learn and offers steps teachers can take to ensure that their instruction supports learning.370Your content has been saved!
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The Benefits of Being Predictable
Being calm, steady, and clear about their decision-making helps principals create a level of trust that strengthens the school community.236Your content has been saved!
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23 Bell Ringers Teachers Love
We asked teachers for their favorite ways to start class. Nearly 400 responded—here are some of their best ideas. - Media Literacy
Will These 6 Sneaky Charts, Maps, and Graphs Deceive Your Students?
In a media landscape overrun with slick data visualizations, students must develop the skills to scrutinize what’s presented to them as fact—or risk being led astray. - Classroom Management
How Veteran Teachers Keep Their Cool
Go-to strategies from veteran teachers for maintaining a ‘responsive, not reactive’ approach to classroom conflict.
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Are Student Attention Spans Really Shrinking?
It’s not a mirage—students are struggling to focus like never before. But shorter attention spans may not be the culprit, experts explain. - Administration & Leadership
Making Sure Every Child in School Feels Known
Decades of research underscore the benefits of student belonging. Here’s how five school leaders create systems to put that into action. - Student Engagement
The Michelangelo Phenomenon: Encouraging Every Student to Meet High Expectations
Teachers can harness a research-backed idea named after the famed artist to guide students to tap into their strengths in service of their schoolwork. - Classroom Management
A Rubric for Assessing Your Classroom Management Strengths and Weaknesses
This detailed rubric enables teachers to methodically reflect on their routines in order to understand the status of their class. - Media Literacy
Will These 6 Sneaky Charts, Maps, and Graphs Deceive Your Students?
In a media landscape overrun with slick data visualizations, students must develop the skills to scrutinize what’s presented to them as fact—or risk being led astray.
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Streamlining Project-Based Learning Units With an Easy Checkpoint System
Teachers can use this five-step framework to systematically guide students to emphasize academic decisions over task completion.1.8kYour content has been saved!
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Fostering Metacognition to Make Project-Based Learning Units More Meaningful
Middle school teachers can use a variety of prompts to support deep learning that students will be able to apply in new situations. - Project-Based Learning (PBL)
How to Set Up a Project-Based Learning Unit Based on Whole Novels
High school ELA teachers can create an engaging novel unit that guides students to explore contemporary social issues.2kYour content has been saved!
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When Good Research Gets Implemented Badly
As brilliant ideas move from academic journals into classrooms, many important nuances are lost. - Project-Based Learning (PBL)
PBL Showcases Are Worth the Investment of Time
Starting well in advance allows students to get the most out of their preparation and ensures they’ll have a proper audience.1.6kYour content has been saved!
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Rehearsing Lessons Together Helps Teachers Build Good Habits
Practicing instructional moves promotes fluency and automaticity of content and explanations in a safe environment focused on professional growth.1kYour content has been saved!
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Podcast: 5 Common Teacher Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Teacher mistakes remind us that the learning never stops. Here are tips for coping and resetting when things go sideways in class.
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6 Ways to Manage the Mental Load of Teaching
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities, these daily strategies can help you connect to the present moment.2.6kYour content has been saved!
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Having a Teacher Friend Is the Most Useful Resource in Year One
All teachers need thought partners—and someone to cover their room for bathroom breaks—and for new teachers the benefits can be huge. - New Teachers
3 Books That Support Teacher Mindset Going Into the School Year
These books help new educators gain insight into the emotional labor of the profession and prepare for the first day of school and beyond.1.3kYour content has been saved!
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How My ADHD Shaped My Classroom
An award-winning teacher describes how he adjusted his approach to instruction and assessment to align with his needs and strengths.6.8kYour content has been saved!
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Staying Human While Using AI for IEPs
New research reveals how AI can shave off hours of paperwork while honoring the humans in the process. - New Teachers
Time Management Tips for New Secondary Teachers
These ideas can help you manage tasks like a veteran and begin to find a sustainable work-life balance right from the start.6.1kYour content has been saved!
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6 Ways to Support Neurodivergent Teachers
These strategies help school leaders ensure the equity, respect, and care that all teachers deserve.1.1kYour content has been saved!
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Creating a Tradition of Peer Recognition Among Teachers
It won’t fix every challenge your school faces, but regularly recognizing the efforts of your fellow teachers contributes to a strong, supportive culture.
