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Inquiry-Based Learning
Embracing Inquiry-Based Instruction
A veteran teacher shares the frustrations and challenges of this student-centered teaching model—and why she finds it so powerful.
Christi Alper
Education Equity
Looking at Edtech Through an Equity Lens
As technology becomes ubiquitous in classrooms, it’s critical to ensure that it doesn’t widen equity gaps.
Rupa Chandra Gupta
Teacher Wellness
Teaching With Depression
A look at some of the common symptoms teachers report—along with strategies and resources that can help.
Todd Finley
Teaching Strategies
Using Circle Practice in the Classroom
Circle discussions foster community and intimacy in a classroom, and can serve academic and social and emotional purposes.
Mary Davenport
School Leadership
A Focused Approach to Teacher Evaluations
School leaders can craft a manageable, impactful review process by partnering with teachers to choose a few key standards each year.
Jennifer Kuhr Butterfoss
The Research Is In
How Questions Help Students Learn
Guessing is useful for students’ ability to recall information—even when the guesses are wrong.
Youki Terada
Mindfulness
Pros and Cons of Mindfulness in SEL
Mindfulness interventions should be just one component of social and emotional learning.
Maurice J. Elias
Communication Skills
More Talking in Class, Please
Strategies for facilitating small group and whole class conversations with students in grades 3 to 12.
Kasey Short
Teacher Wellness
Reclaiming a Sense of Joy
Eight simple, quick strategies for easing the stress of teaching and remembering to take pleasure in the work.
Shane Safir
Classroom Management
60-Second Strategy: Appreciation, Apology, Aha!
A quick, low-key way to build community in your classroom on a daily basis.

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