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Teaching Opinion Zaretta Hammond: 6 Ways to Uphold Culturally Responsive Teaching

Go beyond performative acts of equity and focus on strengthening the instructional core of every child, the teacher educator advises.

Larry Ferlazzo, February 28, 2025

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Mathematics Opinion Learning Math Shouldn't Be a 'Hellish Experience'

A former business executive and book author created a free platform for teachers and families to promote math fluency for students.

Rick Hess, February 25, 2025

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Teaching Opinion 'Fire Everywhere.' How to Find Joy in Teaching Right Now

There has never been a more critical time to teach students the power of words.

Larry Ferlazzo, February 25, 2025

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Teaching Inside One Teacher's Effort to Help Students Take Charge of Their Own Learning

While teaching high school math, Robert Barnett wondered how to approach students who learn at different paces.

Jennifer Vilcarino, February 21, 2025

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Mathematics Explainer Why So Many Students Struggle With Math Anxiety—and How to Help

Math anxiety holds students back from reaching their potential. Experts share insights on the problem and strategies to combat it.

Elizabeth Heubeck, February 21, 2025

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Social Studies Opinion 5 Strategies for Teaching Social Studies in Turbulent Times

Giving students the chance to “tug” at current events enables them to explore the historical roots of contemporary issues.

Larry Ferlazzo, February 21, 2025

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Reading & Literacy Opinion Teaching Media Literacy in an Era Awash With Misinformation

Conversations reveal how different student interpretations are from teachers' and can guide instruction.

Larry Ferlazzo, February 20, 2025

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Mathematics Spotlight Spotlight on Effective Strategies for Higher Math Scores in K-8

This Spotlight will help you explore effective strategies for improving math instruction and enhancing student achievement.

February 14, 2025

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Artificial Intelligence From Our Research Center Here’s How Teachers Are Using AI to Save Time

Forty ways teachers are using artificial intelligence to make their jobs easier.

Madeline Will, February 14, 2025

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Teacher Jennifer Warren helps students in an AI tutoring program at Nina Otero Community School in Santa Fe, N.M., on Jan. 23, 2025.

Artificial Intelligence The New Teachers' Aides: AI Tutors

Teachers say the technology allows them to better meet a wide range of student needs.

Brooke Schultz, February 14, 2025

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Amanda Pierman teaches her upper school science class at The Benjamin School in North Palm Beach, Fla., on Feb. 10, 2025. Pierman utilizes AI in a number of ways within her teaching.

Artificial Intelligence 'I Don’t Get Burnt Out as Much:' How These Teachers Use AI in Their Daily Work

See how three teachers use generative AI tools to save time and enrich teaching and learning.

Lauraine Langreo, February 14, 2025

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Student Well-Being Video Teachers, Try This: Use Dance to Boost Engagement and Learning

From physics to math, this dance teacher shows how incorporating movement can increase student engagement and understanding.

Kaylee Domzalski & Jaclyn Borowski, February 13, 2025

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