Student Engagement
What strategies really work to involve students in their own learning? Discover and share ideas.
A Year of No Tests
Removing summative assessments from instructional practice can make class more interesting, engaging, and stress free for students.1.2kHow to Counter Learned Helplessness
For students who have internalized a message that they’re destined to fail, promoting realistic optimism can be game-changing.2k4 Meaningful Activities to Mark the End of School
Giving middle and high school students a chance to reflect on the past year and look ahead to the next can be very beneficial.1.5kHow to Use 6-Word Memoirs in the Classroom
Activities in which students have six words to collect their thoughts can help build community and get classroom discussions started.112Making the Most of Your Classroom Walls
Classroom walls don’t have to be Instagram-worthy so long as they display the right information and allow students to shine.1.7kA Critical Thinking Strategy for Student Note-Taking
This graphic organizer guides students to categorize information while they’re taking notes, leading to deeper engagement.1.4kA 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.1.4k4 Activities to Encourage End-of-Year Reflections
For middle and high school students, the last few weeks of school offer a great opportunity to look back on challenges they’ve overcome, celebrate achievements, and dream of what is to come next year.402Why Are Some Kids Thriving During Remote Learning?
Though remote learning has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?73.8kHow to Build a Menstruation Station at Your School
Nearly one in four students struggles to afford period supplies, which has a major impact on their ability to learn. Schools can help.6.2k5 Ways to Unleash Student Creativity and Reduce Fear of Failure
Fear stifles creativity. By making space for the exchange of high-quality, low-stakes feedback, you can encourage the right kind of risk-taking.3 Ways to Encourage ‘Coasting’ Students to Reach Their Full Potential
Students who are doing well—but could be doing much better—benefit from feedback that encourages self-monitoring.1.2k8 Evidence-Based Tips to Make Your Lectures More Engaging—and Memorable
When done right, lectures remain an invaluable tool for building student knowledge. Here’s the research on how to optimize your time in front of the class.1.1k3 Strategies to Get Students Talking in Math Classrooms
Talking through their math work helps students understand it better, and these strategies get those conversations started.1.1kBuilding Classroom Community Through Daily Dedications
When students share stories about those who have inspired and impacted them, the whole classroom feels more connected.9.6k