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- Assessment
Working to See the Full Picture
By intentionally seeking multiple perspectives and testing assumptions, teachers can position themselves to make decisions that expand learning opportunities for students.Your content has been saved!
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Giving Students a Choice in How They Will Demonstrate Their Learning
When assessments aren’t just about a grade, students can experience a classroom filled with creativity, engagement, and evidence of their learning.Your content has been saved!
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60-Second Strategy: Coffee Shop Mode
A simple visual cue helps students practice independence and problem-solving while creating uninterrupted time for small group instruction.Your content has been saved!
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8 Classroom AI Policies Developed by Teachers
Setting clear, shared expectations around student AI use is uncharted territory for many teachers. Educators across disciplines and grade levels share their current policies.Your content has been saved!
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How Administrators Can Effectively Harness Their Influence
Tips on how to exercise leadership by engaging and energizing the members of the school community rather than relying on directives.Your content has been saved!
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8 Approaches to Teaching Local History
Teaching students about noteworthy people, buildings, or events in your area is an effective way to demonstrate historical methods. - Special Education
Effective Elementary Special Education PLC Meetings
Even with limited time, teams can focus on data and discuss student progress to make meaningful action plans.153Your content has been saved!
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How to Set Up a Back-to-School Symposium
Administrators can use this framework to plan differentiated, conference-style professional learning days to empower teachers as they prepare for the year.177Your content has been saved!
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Planning Successful Capstone Projects in Middle School
It’s never too early to start planning end-of-year projects that will tap into standards and skills you’ll teach throughout both semesters.148Your content has been saved!
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Fewer Tasks but More Rigor
Adding more steps to a social studies project doesn’t necessarily make it more rigorous—there are better ways to appropriately challenge students.1.3kYour content has been saved!
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