From Katrina to COVID: Kids heal in communities
Some moments in life are unforgettable. For me, the experience of evacuating from New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina with my two young children and pup is one of…
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4 ways to help students talk about tough topics
In a year rocked by a global pandemic, the impact of systemic racism, and acts of political violence, many educators have wondered how to create a “learning space”…
5 cool TED-Ed lessons for summer break
Take a look at some engaging and oddball TED-Ed videos for those "I'm bored" moments this summer.
Data doesn’t talk–people do
Professor Andrea Jones-Rooy brilliantly stated in Quartz: “Data doesn’t say anything. Humans say things. We’ve conflated data with truth. And this has dangerous implications for our ability to…
No going back: Why schools need to keep some pandemic techniques
With a pandemic-induced move to virtual comes increased access to online PD events and a greater chance to share best practices.
Illustrative Mathematics, Family Engagement Lab, and Partnership for Los Angeles Schools Collaborate to Support Family Engagement in Math
Illustrative Mathematics (IM) and Family Engagement Lab have partnered to bridge classroom curriculum and at-home learning in elementary school mathematics. ... Read more
Assessment in 2020: How data will mitigate COVID-related learning losses
In normal times, a discussion about the future of assessment might look five years ahead to talk about the prospects of more authentic computer-aided assessments or potential developments…
Let’s Talk About Your Job Search
A record 6.6 million Americans filed for unemployment last week. It’s the biggest jump in new jobless claims in US history. There ... Read more
7 cool–and slightly funky–TED-Ed Lessons to watch at home
Many schools across country are closed for two weeks--or longer--due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and a great number of districts have moved online to help students stay current…
4 questions to ask about multimedia content
When considering multimedia presentation systems for classroom use, one’s mind immediately goes to the hardware--the monitors, projectors, and other components often grab all the attention. But, what is…
