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- Teaching Strategies
3 Visual Thinking Exercises To Try in English Class
Activities like mapping, sketching, and sculpting can help students clarify ideas—and deepen their literary analysis skills.Your content has been saved!
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Why Writing by Hand Beats Typing (in 6 Charts)
Typing may be faster, but the research shows that handwriting engages our brains in richer, more meaningful ways.Your content has been saved!
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Encouraging Students to Demonstrate Learning Creatively
Students develop a sense of ownership over learning and find new ways to be successful when they can choose how they show what they know.Your content has been saved!
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What to Do When One of Your Best Teachers Leaves
Advice from three principals about how to handle exit plans, retirement ceremonies, and intimidating staffing gaps.195Your content has been saved!
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Using Radio Theater as a Teaching Tool
Students develop their communication and collaboration skills while having fun in these storytelling-based activities.218Your content has been saved!
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A Cross-Age Environmental Education Project
Inspired by Jane Goodall, elementary and high school students are participating in the revitalization of lands impacted by wildfires.190Your content has been saved!
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Increasing Engagement With Improv Games
Teaching students improv techniques in ELA classes can help them avoid overthinking things and make risk-taking feel safe.233Your content has been saved!
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Jason Reynolds on What AI Is Quietly Stealing From the Next Generation
What opportunities could a generation of students potentially lose when technology does the hard work for them? The celebrated author shares his thoughts on the hidden price of convenience.Your content has been saved!
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An Immersive Approach to Getting Feedback as a School Leader
Spending time with students, teachers, and parents gives administrators a 360-degree view of what the community thinks, feels, and needs.518Your content has been saved!
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How to Nurture Community in an Online School
Fully online schools can use these ideas to foster an environment where students and staff feel a real sense of connection.410Your content has been saved!
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