Communication Skills
Prepare students for academic and life success by helping them develop their listening, speaking, writing, and digital media skills.
Metacognitive Talk Guides Students to Discuss Their Thought Processes
Students don’t always speak up in class unless they know the right answer. This strategy encourages them to talk as a way to create knowledge.980Boosting Confidence With Student-Driven Math
When teachers noticed a lack of autonomy in the math classroom, a switch to a student-centered curriculum bumped ownership of learning—and the kids' ability to talk about their problem-solving approach.A Step-by-Step Guide to Teaching Students to Work in Groups
A strategy for giving students explicit feedback on group interactions promotes participation and collaboration.1.4kUsing Hand Signals for More Equitable Discussions
Whether your class discussions are online or off, hand signals enable students to engage in multiple ways.31.4k4 Steps to Discussing Challenging Behavior With a Student
Addressing students’ behavior can be tough, but it’s possible to approach them in ways that show compassion and help them feel ready to discuss the issue.1.2kPromoting Student-Led Learning in Elementary School
Giving students chances to make classroom decisions and manage discussions guides them to take agency in their learning.832Encouraging Shy Students to Speak Up in Class
Advice for creating a supportive environment where shy students feel comfortable participating—from a teacher who was one of those students.739Using Effective Driving Questions in Science to Help Make Sense of the World
Students can explore scientific principles using driving questions like ‘Why do I see so many squirrels but I can’t find any stegosauruses?’108Teaching Students How to Have Meaningful Conversations
This crucial life skill improves with classroom practice—and many students may benefit from a refresher.629How Learning Happens
In this video series, we explore how educators can guide all students, regardless of their developmental starting points, to become productive and engaged learners.28.6kA Protocol to Encourage Robust Classroom Discussions
This framework helps students find common ground when it comes to academics and social and emotional learning topics.542Teaching Students How to Have an Academic Discussion
This teacher-created scaffolding tool can elevate classroom dialogue, empowering students to express themselves while learning from the ideas of others.1.9kWhat to Say Instead of ‘I’m Proud of You’
A few phrases middle and high school teachers can use to cultivate conversation while celebrating student achievements.12.2kGuiding Students to Be Comfortable With Public Speaking
Small steps can help high school students feel less anxious about speaking in front of an audience.619How to Tap Into Students’ Interests With a TED Talk Unit
Creating a presentation about their interests can boost students’ engagement as they develop communication and tech skills.438