Student Engagement
Discover the strategies that work best to involve students in their own learning.
How to Engage Students the Moment They Enter the Classroom
Openers matter and set the tone for the lesson that follows. Here’s how to start strong when you need to.6.7kCreating an Environment Where All Students See That They Can Be Good at Math
When teachers guide students to look beyond narrow metrics of success in math, more students will see their potential for learning.976Small Shifts to Limit ‘Teacher Talk’ and Increase Engagement
Guiding students to regularly direct their own discussions brings academic rewards as they gain confidence working independently on challenging tasks.2.2k
Why Are Some Kids Thriving During Remote Learning?
Though remote learning during the pandemic has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?74.9kStrengthening Peer Relationships in the Classroom
High school students often work together, but do they really get to know each other? These strategies foster deeper relationships.329
8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.66.5kSquats, Lunges, and Phonemes
Adding movement to reading lessons reinforces key concepts and helps fidgety students concentrate.6.8kA Student-Centered Model of Blended Learning
When educators at a Washington, DC, high school ditched their lectures and devised a self-paced blended learning model, their students thrived.56k7 Ways to Build a Learner-Centered Classroom
Teachers can create positive learning experiences for students that combine assessment with agency, opportunity, and community building.3.1k5 Strategies to Improve Students’ Listening Skills
Middle and high school students not listening is a common complaint, but listening is a skill like any other—it can be improved with practice.4.6k3 Great Discussion Models for High School English
These models move beyond Socratic seminars to provide students with authentic, engaging class discussions.500Building Classroom Community Through Daily Dedications
When students share stories about those who have inspired and impacted them, the whole classroom feels more connected.11.3k
Strategies to Encourage Students to Turn Their Cameras On
Incorporating SEL approaches, playing games, and giving students options can inspire them to show their faces.23.7kA Teacher Appreciation Week for the Ages
When schools abruptly closed due to Covid-19, teachers figured out how to make remote learning work. This week, as the nation expresses its gratitude, we recap the emotional journey.27.6k6 Museums With Exceptional Teacher Resources
From full-fledged lesson plans and virtual field trips to expansive digital archives and opportunities for professional learning, museums have so much to offer beyond the in-person experience.6.2k
