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Accelerate Learning by Tackling the Word Gap with Effective Vocabulary Instruction
How many unknown vocabulary words in a text can a student skip over before comprehension is affected? Read this altered…
Developing Teacher Expertise – The Obstacle and Opportunity
It is a common practice to think about your teaching journey and wonder how you got to where you are today.
The skills you’ve developed and the strategies you use with your students determine your expertise. It is important then, to consider, at what point are you an expert of a particular skill or strategy?
Reflecting on the Physical Classroom Environment
(aka the “Other Teacher”)
Is school just beginning? Check out our new article, “Designing for Success: Balancing Visual Stimuli in the Learning Environment.” If…
“Reviewing” Strategies That Increase Student Achievement
How do exemplary schools use “Reviewing” strategies to increase student achievement? When reviewing for end-of-course tests or final exams, or…
Five Strategies to Increase Student Motivation
Why are some students reluctant to learn? Experienced teachers will tell you that there are many reasons why a student…
A Guide to the R.A.F.T. Writing Strategy Across Content Areas
Why is RAFT writing one of the most effective writing strategies, particularly across all content areas and subjects? Before we…
