Effective Teaching Strategies
High-achieving schools and educators have one thing in common: they adopt a mindset of constant improvement.
And when it comes to effective teaching strategies, there are always improvements that can be made. Check out our expert Strategy Reviews below, where we show you practical ways to improve the implementation of specific strategies and the overall impact of instruction in the classroom.
If you’ve ever wondered how to help students retain more of what they learn, structured review is a proven method that helps students go beyond just “getting it” in the moment. In our years of experience as educators and school partners at Learning-Focused, we’ve seen firsthand how structured review can make a significant difference in…
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Why do myths in education and teaching persist despite decades of research demonstrating what truly benefits learners? A recent visit to a middle school brought me face-to-face with a challenging realization. As I stepped into a veteran teacher’s classroom, I took a moment to observe how she had arranged her environment. Her walls were vibrant,…
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Recently, while cooking with my wife, a simple request for a spoon turned into an unexpected lesson in specificity and purpose. As I reached for the first spoon I saw, my wife’s enthusiastic correction made me realize that not all spoons – or teaching strategies – are created equal. This kitchen epiphany sparked a reflection…
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Why is Vocabulary Instruction needed in both physical and online classroom environments? Systematic vocabulary instruction at every grade level, in every subject, in every classroom is one of the most important intervention practices schools can employ to eliminate “word poverty,” close the achievement gap, and raise achievement for all students. It builds background knowledge and…
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Why are Collaborative Pairs activities needed throughout Lesson Instruction? Students are paired during Lesson Instruction to think together about the information they are learning. Various types of Collaborative Pairs activities should be planned and used to engage students purposefully, provide movement that enhances engagement, and deepen understanding of content. Frequent opportunities to process information with…
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