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Innovative Teaching
Popular and engaging teaching trends and instructional methods
Back to school in 2026: The trends shaping K-12 education this year
From AI and student engagement to teacher support, schools are entering the new year focused on turning innovation into meaningful impact
Educators outline 5 priorities for the new school year
Educators and school leaders offer insights into their top focus areas and must-do action items for the new school year
4 key findings on student engagement
A look at student engagement offers deeper insight into what engages, inspires, and builds confidence in students and educators
48 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year
It's that time of year--educators and industry leaders offer their expert advice for an engaging back-to-school experience
4 ways to balance rigor and fun in the ELA classroom
A former teacher shares key tips to student engagement: offering students a variety of sources, classroom experiences, and ways to show their learning
Understanding cognitive development in students via Piaget’s Theory
Recognizing and responding to students’ cognitive needs is key to nurturing intellectual and emotional development
Stop using AI to replicate outdated teaching–get creative, instead
When used creatively and collaboratively, AI can help students learn more than just facts--it can teach them important skills for the future
How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum
At ISTELive 24, combining project-based learning with hands-on engagement yields inspiring results
Equitable learning with small-group instruction and student-tracking
Personalized education and fostering a nurturing learning environment via intentionality are critical components of an instructional strategy
4 educator reflections on the 2023-2024 school year
Educators offer insight into what worked and where they found success in their schools and classrooms this year
4 strategies that bring nature’s power to your classroom
Weaving nature into existing science lessons can foster student curiosity and creativity
4 ways to encourage play in education
Play is essential for learning—but all too often, educators don’t include it in classrooms
3 ways to avoid summer learning loss
Educators can find fun and engaging ways to keep students’ brains in shape during summer break
5 educators share insights into teaching and learning
Educators are committed to ensuring students have rich and diverse learning experiences--here's how they're innovating
4 keys for unlocking student curiosity and critical thinking
Often, modern teaching tools stifle students’ curiosity—but this doesn’t have to be the case
Infusing PBL with edtech to enhance collaboration, critical thinking
Leveraging the right technology is one of the best ways to support students during project-based learning activities
6 trends to watch in K-12 schools in 2024
As a new calendar year gets underway, new initiatives and trends will emerge to impact teaching and learning
Friday 5: Strategies to promote student success
Student success is the driving force behind everything educators do--here's how to support it in your schools
Student engagement requires more than edtech tools
At FETC 2024, a look at how educators must go beyond tech integration if they want to boost student engagement
Friday 5: Student learning under the microscope
Student learning is at the epicenter of teaching--here are five important components of successful student learning
Friday 5: Teaching strategies for classroom success
Teaching strategies are instrumental in students' success and contribute to an engaged classroom
Promoting music education beyond the classroom
Community partnerships and impactful programs extend the reach of music education
Controversy on whether growth mindset works will strengthen the theory
Growth mindset is the belief that one can improve one’s abilities through effort, learning, and persistence
5 ways to use edtech to engage shy students
Edtech tools are invaluable when implemented correctly by trained educators--and they can help reluctant students come out of their shell
PBL isn’t used enough–let’s change that
The pedagogical approach to brings learning to life for students through hands-on engagement that lends itself to both differentiation and personalization
You’re my hero
So many educators give of themselves to help students become successful members of society--let's recognize them for the heroes they are
4 thought-provoking videos about education
It always pays to ask questions--and these videos explore some interesting questions about why things are the way they are in today's schools
Insights from educators: Priorities for 2023-2024
By fostering trust, embracing well-being, and addressing challenges head-on, educators can make every school day count for every student
eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators
These 11 eSN Hero Awards finalists have prioritized digital literacy, mental health, real-world learning, and student success
eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 10 dedicated educators
These eSN Hero Awards finalists have prioritized equity and inclusion, literacy, SEL, and student success
4 ways to create a comedic classroom
Help students learn by applying improv comedy principles in your classroom
This heroic superintendent won’t quit in the pursuit of district excellence
Learn how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner ensures that each and every students thrives in the district
Outdoor classrooms should outlast COVID
Being in nature seemed to help my students focus--a growing body of research validates the benefits of outdoor learning
Purposeful play helps kids learn–here’s how to integrate it
Many teachers feel they can’t easily incorporate purposeful play into the classroom--but doing so is surprisingly easy
How one hero educator gives students workforce skills and experience
Learn how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner emphasizes workforce readiness through hands-on learning and industry experiences
How a true teacher hero advocates for student equity and belonging
Learn how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner ensures that each and every student feels they have a place in school
5 models that prioritize learner-centered education
Learner-centered education collaborates with learners to design learning experiences and pathways tailored to their interests and needs
5 strategies to ignite student engagement
At its heart, student engagement is about tapping into students' innate curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills
5 tips I’m excited to share with first-year teachers
First-year teachers may feel overwhelmed, but a few tips can help calm their anxiety
What does learning fueled by student motivation look like?
