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- Game-Based Learning
Adapting Wordle to Improve Elementary Students’ Phonics Skills
In the early grades, start with three-letter words connected to the week’s lesson and a limited set of letters. Students will grow to be able to handle four- and five-letter words using the whole alphabet.Your content has been saved!
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3 Ways to Nurture Positive Student Behavior
With students who are frequently in trouble, pausing to ask ‘What are we missing about this child?’ can lead to a change for the better.Your content has been saved!
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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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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.
