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- Literacy
How to Turn Vocabulary Lessons Into Nuanced Conversations About Meaning
Use 'semantic gradients' to turn vocabulary study into a shared thinking activity that explores the subtle differences between related words.Your content has been saved!
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Scaffolding Deeper Learning With Recall Activities
When students are asked to remember and explain relevant knowledge just before applying it, they arrive at a more concrete understanding of the content.Your content has been saved!
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How a Quick Morning Huddle Can Transform Leadership Teams
This 5-to-10-minute meeting gives administrators and their teams space to connect, communicate, and work toward shared goals.Your content has been saved!
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Facilitating Solutions-Oriented Meetings About Student Behavior
School leaders can follow these guidelines to support teachers in dealing with challenging behaviors and ensure that meetings yield positive results.Your content has been saved!
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How Sensory Play Helps Preschool Students Develop Self-Regulation
Teachers can set up hands-on exploration to promote young students’ ability to calm themselves when emotions are running high.216Your content has been saved!
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3 Innovative Instructional Coaching Models
These strategies bring teachers together and naturally generate evidence of coaching’s impact on student learning.222Your content has been saved!
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3 Ways to Use MagicSchool to Support English Language Learners
The AI tools in the popular platform can guide students to practice language skills and receive feedback while working independently.230Your content has been saved!
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How I Make Homework Meaningful for My Students
Creating tasks with a focus on students’ autonomy—by providing choices, for example—helps them see the relevance of homework. - Game-Based Learning
5 Reasons to Use Game-Based Learning in Your Classroom
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Fantastic Picture Books to Inspire Student Writing
Elementary teachers can use these books to give students an easy entry point into writing now that winter break is over—and throughout the year.
