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Teaching is complex work. The sheer volume of what there is to learn, plan, and manage can feel overwhelming, especially at the start. As a young, inexperienced teacher, I was...
The first week of school is a whirlwind of nervous energy and limitless potential. While it’s tempting to focus exclusively on rules and syllabi, a growing body of research confirms...
Every new school year, teachers grapple with a crucial question: how to design their classroom for the optimal learning environment. While factors like assigned space and resources can vary, the...
In today’s classrooms, educators face a constant challenge: differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a diverse group of students. Small group instruction has emerged as a popular solution, promising...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing teaching and learning in today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape. But how can educators harness this technology effectively while maintaining...
Do you hear students asking, “Is this going to be a grade, or why do I have to do this?” It might be time to rethink factors that can influence...
Forget Everything You Know About Note-Taking: Unleash the Power of Deliberate Errors! Imagine a world where making mistakes in class boosts your learning. Sounds crazy, right? Well, a new study...
When it comes to teaching, the ultimate goal is to ensure students understand new concepts and skills and be able to apply that knowledge in varying contexts long after they’ve...
In Part 1 of this blog series, we explored the benefits of making mistakes as part of the learning process and how this applies to note-taking. While student mistakes have...
In today’s school environment, fostering deep and engaging classroom discussions is essential for promoting critical thinking and student engagement. Traditional question-and-answer formats often limit the depth and engagement of these...
As educators, we have all encountered students who struggle with traditional testing methods. Many of us have wondered if there is a better way to assess student learning that goes...
The world is changing rapidly, and the critical thinking skills needed to succeed in the workplace vastly differ from those of the past. Rote memorization and basic recall of facts...
