First graders need a chance to explain their math thinking
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First graders need a chance to explain their math thinking
Research shows that young children build stronger math understanding when it connects to their everyday lives
Building math skills by designing backpacks: How PBL shifted the way students see math
Engaging learning through PBL makes math concepts fun and relevant--and ensures students see real-world connections to classroom lessons
This district’s STEM “space station” is a growing YouTube hit
What happens when district-created instructional media succeeds both in classrooms and in open digital spaces?
Finding the “low way”: Reclaiming creativity in schools
Assessment and accountability matter, but we also need space for thinking that allows students to explore, revise, and discover solutions that aren’t already known
What U.S. and international classrooms can teach us about improving math instruction
Why combining structure, application, and collaboration leads to deeper learning
4 ways to turn math fears into math cheers
Turning math learning into a social and engaging activity helps build student confidence and drive academic achievement
A new need-to-know for the AI classroom
In an AI-rich classroom where ideas are abundant and answers are cheap, the scarce resource is not information--it is ownership
It’s time to rewrite math standards for the future–and to stop expecting AI to do it for us
As we look ahead and begin to redefine math education, one thing is abundantly clear: AI won’t fix bad pedagogy
Boosting student engagement on World Math Day
Solutions that build lesson practice in a gaming environment have proven very effective in helping students build a love for learning
Sparking civic engagement as we approach America’s 250th
When every subject and resource become hubs for civic exploration, students begin to see citizenship as something they live
A smarter path to standards-based success: How Superior Public Schools united curriculum and data
From the beginning, school leaders understood the district's transition to a new curriculum needed to be intentional and collaborative
How teachers and administrators can overcome resistance to NGSS
A helpful first step is to approach the NGSS not as a set of standards, but rather a set of performance expectations
Why critical data literacy belongs in every K–12 classroom
Critical data literacy is essential to help students learn to navigate cultural nuance, question assumptions, and collaborate across disciplines
NAEP scores for class of 2024 show major declines, with fewer students college ready
Students who took this test were in eighth grade in March of 2020 and experienced a highly disrupted freshman year of high school because of the pandemic
The advantages of supplementing curriculum
The most successful classrooms are not those that follow a book, but those where teachers skillfully use supplementary curriculum to benefit all learners
The clock is ticking: Why standardized schedules don’t work for learning
Models that focus on learning and are not bound by traditional time barriers foster an immersive learning experience
How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject
It starts by connecting students to nature and finding an entry point for each subject
The key to boosting math achievement? Neuroscience
School district leaders need a solution that targets what's really behind lagging math scores
Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation
Digital tools help educators move beyond one-size-fits-all tests to assessments that capture student growth in meaningful ways
Understanding why students cheat and use AI: Insights for meaningful assessments
By addressing the root causes of cheating, teachers can create environments where students are motivated to engage with their work authentically
Family support is key to closing learning gaps
A new survey shows that educators believe a primary reason for lingering academic gaps is lack of parent or family support
Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data
Gains in confidence, skills, and mindset set the stage for future success for all students
Resources to encourage students’ civic engagement
Content that nurtures students' curiosity around civics helps them participate in class as informed, engaged, and inspired students
How edtech is shaping financial literacy for students
Digital tools can aid efforts to teach key financial concepts related to saving, spending, investing, and budgeting
How this educator integrates Dungeons & Dragons into the curriculum
The collaborative game fosters connections among students who are bright and imaginative, but who often struggle with social interaction and teamwork
5 math curriculum insights from educators
I spoke to a wide range of educators at the recent ISTE conference and I was reminded why creativity and math go hand-in-hand
6 tips to select the right assessments for your district
The right assessment tools can help educators accurately measure students' academic progress
4 videos about the nation’s history
U.S. history is a fascinating and nuanced topic--TED-Ed Lessons offer videos covering much of the nation's history
How I came to love phenomena-based science instruction
A high school science teacher explains how she overcame her fear and learned to love a new, more collaborative approach
How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies
Educators must recognize the transformative potential of digital tools and AI in shaping the future of social studies education
5 ways to teach like a pirate
Stimulating curiosity, fostering creativity, and promoting active participation can create dynamic and immersive learning environments
How I’m making learning more engaging for my gifted students
With a targeted model and edtech supports, students of all ages and abilities will enjoy learning activities and develop critical thinking skills
How to teach conflict resolution in high school ELA, social studies classes
Educators need to emphasize the value of having an open mind, and model how to listen to and empathize with those with whom we disagree
5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI
With a little creativity, educators can easily promote engagement and support the development of critical thinking skills in the classroom
How we reached student success with assessment proficiency
Teachers want nothing more than to find success for struggling students--to do this, they need a deep understanding of their state learning standards
Data really is the secret sauce in the K-12 classroom
Our access to reliable data improved significantly once we had a unified literacy program in place
Standardized tests are pests—here’s why
Placing an undue emphasis on standardized test scores may cause colleges to overlook other crucial dimensions of a student's profile
Expanding ‘through-year’ assessments to boost student achievement
Montana is taking a formative approach to assessment that gives teachers actionable data to inform instruction throughout the school year
What’s the state of K-12 assessment?
With post-pandemic learning loss still a concern, educators are focusing on effectively balancing K-12 assessment with instruction
5 critical things to know about the new SAT
