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A Focus on the Framework
Why does the Learning-Focused Instructional Framework work so well? The highest achieving schools in the nation all use a proven framework for…
Scaffolding Supports Student Success
How can the use of scaffolding support student achievement? “Start with where you want them to be (the grade level…
What’s Bigger Than Rigor?
A question we often get from teachers and leaders is, “What is one thing I can do right now to increase…
Building Background Knowledge to Boost Achievement
How does background knowledge impact student learning and achievement? If you are like many educators, you can read this passage…
Why Writing Matters
Why is writing such an important part of instruction? The Common Core Standards set the expectation that students will be…
Writing to Learn
How can students write to learn? As students learn new knowledge and skills, and then complete tasks to show mastery,…
