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Creating A Different Kind Of ‘Gang’ To Reach Students

More authentic and diverse in-school social groups can engage challenging, hard-to-reach students in powerful ways.

Teaching / September 4, 2021 / Equity

From low expectations to a lack of student engagement, the warning signs of a failing school aren’t difficult to discern.

From place-based education to challenge-based learning, different types of project-based learning symbolize its evolution as a learning model.

18 of the best formative assessment tools for teachers–to glean data, take snapshots of understanding, create digital exit slips, and more.

When it comes to supporting a student’s progress, showing them what they can do to improve or perform better is the key.

The building blocks of a schoolwide behavior program are quality instruction, communication, relationships, & personalized behavior plans.

The beginning of the school year is a critical time that sets the tone for the rest of the year–especially in light of the last 18 months.

Teaching / August 18, 2021 / Ideas

From getting feedback from field experts to using project-based learning, here are 12 ideas to make learning more like the ‘real world.’

The genesis of a great project is the idea itself — we’re providing you with 50 smart ideas for project-based learning in your classroom.

Technology / August 18, 2021 / Video

Like reading your own writing out loud, watching a video with the sound off is an effective way to identify what’s working and what’s not.

Technology / August 16, 2021

Characteristics of successful hybrid learning programs include mobile-friendly design and a strong sense of community.

The benefits of using short, social videos in the classroom include improved student engagement and reduced burden on the teacher.