Teaching Strategies

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Teaching Video Some Topics Are Hard to Teach. A Teacher's Guide to Tackling One of Them
This guide for teachers is designed to create an understanding around the issues of poverty, and provide classroom lessons on the topic.
Lauren Santucci, July 1, 2024
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Teaching Opinion To Build Trust in the Classroom, Encourage Students to Share Their Stories
Before asking students to open up, teachers need to build an environment where young people feel safe. Here's how to do that.
Larry Ferlazzo, July 1, 2024
10 min read
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Teaching Q&A How to Motivate Adolescents in Math and Science: Tips From an Expert
There's no formula for teaching motivation. Instead, teachers should think about creating a motivating environment in their classrooms.
Arianna Prothero, June 28, 2024
3 min read
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Social Studies Opinion Mister Rogers Showed Me How to Teach Civics
Learning civics can begin in kindergarten with the simple understanding that we are all part of a community. Here’s what that looks like.
Angela M. Evans, June 27, 2024
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English-Language Learners Opinion When Is It OK to Use Google Translate in the English-Learner Classroom?
Students need to be encouraged to believe they're smarter than the translation tool.
Larry Ferlazzo, June 25, 2024
9 min read
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Classroom Technology How to Teach Kids to Spot AI Manipulation
In the age of AI, news literacy is more important than ever, educators say.
Alyson Klein, June 24, 2024
3 min read
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Teaching Opinion Best Practice on Making Learning Relevant, From Teachers
Including real-life experiences with instruction creates meaningful student learning and opportunities for their deep engagement.
Larry Ferlazzo, June 20, 2024
12 min read
Special Education Live Online Discussion A Seat at the Table - Special Education: Proven Interventions for Academic Success
Special education should be a launchpad, not a label. Join the conversation on how schools can better support ALL students.
June 18, 2024
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Teaching A Teacher Asked and Students Answered: What Motivates You to Learn?
Motivation is a key part of learning. But what sparks students’ motivation can be elusive.
Arianna Prothero, June 13, 2024
3 min read
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Teaching Opinion How to Be a Better Teacher in 6 Words or Less
The best advice about teaching sometimes can be whittled down to a few simple words.
Larry Ferlazzo, June 12, 2024
2 min read
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English-Language Learners Opinion Favorite Lessons From Teachers for English-Learner Newcomers
Marry academic content with language development for the best results in teaching English learners who are new to the United States.
Larry Ferlazzo, June 5, 2024
7 min read
Former President Donald Trump appears at Manhattan criminal court during jury deliberations in his criminal hush money trial in New York, on May 30, 2024.
Former President Donald Trump appears at Manhattan criminal court during jury deliberations in his criminal hush money trial in New York, on May 30, 2024. The jury convicted him on all counts.
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Federal Donald Trump's Conviction: 3 Takeaways for Educators
The conviction gives educators a backdrop to discuss elections, the judicial system, and how to evaluate biases.
Libby Stanford, May 31, 2024
4 min read
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Teaching Opinion What Students Want From Their Teachers, in Their Own Words
Teachers should try to connect with their students so they know the teacher has their back.
Larry Ferlazzo, May 31, 2024
5 min read