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- Technology Integration
OctoStudio Teaches Children to Code by Tinkering
Giving children projects with low floors, high ceilings, and wide walls allows them to creatively explore the world around them. - Classroom Management
Using Classroom Technology Less so Students Interact More
Building new pedagogical habits can help teachers move away from screens and toward other ways of teaching and learning.107 - Literacy
Slowing Down the Reading Process to Build Students’ Comprehension Skills
Slow reading gives students time to deeply engage with texts and gather their thoughts about the content. - Research
Why Kids Should Nature Journal at All Grade Levels
A 2023 review makes a strong case that hands-on observation of natural phenomena has both academic and psychological benefits.857 - Teacher Wellness
Using Setbacks as a Path to Success in Teaching
Things often don’t go as planned in the classroom—here’s a systematic way to turn these moments into opportunities for growth.147 - Differentiated Instruction
60-Second Strategy: Heat Warm-Ups
Differentiated levels of “heat” for these math worksheets mean every student starts class feeling both challenged and accomplished. - Classroom Management
How to Improve Classroom Behavior Without Public Shaming
Instead of clip charts and data walls, try these classroom management techniques to discourage misbehavior and build a stronger classroom community.583 - Curriculum Planning
Here’s What the Science of Reading Looks Like in My High School Classroom
Teachers can design lessons around these five components to deepen student understanding of and engagement with reading material.523 - Arts Integration
Pythagoras and Picasso: Integrating Math and Art in the Classroom
Here are seven ways teachers can use works by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and other artists to teach elementary and middle school math.167 - ChatGPT & Generative AI
4 Simple Steps for Crafting a District AI Policy
School districts can create effective artificial intelligence policies that support academic honesty while embracing emerging technology.128