Critical Thinking
Whether via classroom discussions, analysis of written text, higher-order questioning, or other strategies, learn and share ways to help students go deeper with their thinking.
Teaching Kids to Give and Receive Quality Peer Feedback
Building a classroom culture of feedback requires scaffolding and a safe, nurturing environment, but it’s worth the effort, teachers say.1.6k
5 Tips for Becoming an Apolitical Teacher
Remaining politically neutral in the classroom opens up space for students to debate and discover their own beliefs.613
Using Metacognition to Enhance Learning in All Grades
When students use a questioning strategy to think about their own thinking, they can see how to transfer their learning to new situations.1.2k
How to Set Up Authentic Assignments in High School English
Assignments that align with standards and hone students’ critical thinking skills can boost their engagement in learning.714
Why Students Should Write in All Subjects
Writing improves learning by consolidating information in long-term memory, researchers explain. Plus, five engaging writing activities to use in all subjects.14.4k
On the Advantages of Paper Notebooks
Screen-free note-taking can help students learn how to organize their thoughts—and make assessing learning easier for teachers.4.1k
Using Morning Messages to Start the Day in Distance Learning
The morning message is a popular way to help elementary students transition into school—and it can be adapted for home learning.15.1k
How a Simple Presentation Framework Helps Students Learn
Explaining concepts to their peers helps students shore up their content knowledge and improve their communication skills.2k
Cultivating Number Sense Among Middle and High School Students
The ability to make an educated guess is an important skill that develops with practice.472
2 Ways to Encourage Reflection on Math Concepts
Open-ended questions guide students to participate and to think mathematically, which cements their learning.395
Ron Berger on the Power of ‘Beautiful Work’
To motivate students and teachers alike, we need to deepen the work of schools and give everyone the time and space to work toward greatness, says the noted educator.375
Engaging Students With Community-Based Projects
Having high school students research their town, including the history and local issues, can help them see ways to contribute to their community.153
The Mistake-Friendly Classroom
Learning from mistakes is crucial for growth. Here are a few ways teachers can prepare to take advantage of them.833
Giving Students More Authority in Classroom Discussions
When teachers act as facilitators of class discussion rather than leaders, students see themselves as valuable contributors to their own learning.331
How to Provide Less Structure for Independent Reading
Developing independent readers means nurturing the conditions for passion and independent thinking to flourish.2.7k