I didn’t learn how to teach reading in my teacher prep program
After 14 years in education, I consider myself to be a good reading teacher. Unfortunately, the path to getting where I am today was a long, frustrating journey.
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This key strategy can help boost teacher well-being immediately
In the wake of the pandemic, student mental health is a top concern for K-12 leaders, as it should be. But teacher wellness is also at crisis levels,…
I work with struggling readers–here’s what’s standing in their way
I learned to love reading as a kid, spellbound by wizarding worlds and ghost stories. I wanted to share this love, so I became an intervention teacher, working…
Virginia Chooses iteach as the Alternative Teacher Certification Provider for 24 Divisions of the Commonwealth
DENTON, Texas — In an effort to fill more than 3,500 teaching vacancies, the Virginia Department of Education has chosen ... Read more
3 things Abbott Elementary gets right about new teacher engagement
Abbott Elementary has been widely beloved since its conception, and for good reason. Like many current and former educators, I’ve loved watching the sitcom for the smart humor…
Prompt engineering: Cultivating curiosity in the age of AI
Some of my most distinct memories from high school involve struggling to grasp abstract concepts without visual or interactive tools. When I was a high school student, technology…
Guiding culturally responsive teaching in today’s classrooms
Equity is a widely-used term in education today. However, talking about equity is not the same as taking action to create more equitable learning environments that benefit today’s…
Are substitutes the answer to the teacher shortage?
California is investing $350 million in teacher residencies, recognizing the need for effective teachers, which too many of our classrooms are missing. But this big bet isn’t working.…
Survey highlights troubling teacher morale issues
Only 46 percent of current public K-12 educators would be “fairly” or “very likely” to advise their younger selves to choose teaching again, according to a new survey…
How to reimagine teacher leadership
The typical leadership structure in a school is quite rigid, with administrators and teachers filling their roles separately. In this model, teacher skills are only utilized inside of…
5 strategies for first-year special education teachers
If you’re heading into your first job as a special education teacher, congratulations. Not only will you be able to use the knowledge you developed as a student…
Local School Wins Frontier Airlines’ National Contest
Phenix City, Ala.— South Girard School (SGS) entered and won Frontier Airlines’ national contest ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week. This ... Read more
BenQ Sponsors the Undisputed Texas High School Esports State Championship
COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display solutions, sponsored the Undisputed Texas High School Esports ... Read more
Why STEM is more important for students than ever
STEM education might seem a bit overwhelming, but if teachers can move past their initial hesitation, they're likely to find more than a couple ways to highlight STEM…
How to use micro-coaching for teacher PD
The United States is experiencing a national education shortage of teachers leaving the profession in droves, coined “The Great Resignation” due to high anxiety, burnout, safety concerns, low…
The Technology Tools, Skills, and Support Every Student Needs to Succeed
To make digital inclusion work for every child, education stakeholders must fundamentally rethink teaching and learning and embrace a comprehensive ... Read more
Pay isn’t the only reason for the teacher shortage–it’s time to rethink the classroom
As dust from the pandemic settles, students across America are facing another disruption to quality education. This crisis, however, shouldn’t be a surprise. It is two centuries in…
Nearpod Announces the 2022 Educator of the Year Award Winners
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (PRWEB) — Nearpod, a Renaissance company and a teacher-centric, interactive instructional platform that gives teachers real-time insights ... Read more
Creating transformation classrooms
The unique, lifechanging connection between teacher and student. At Promethean, everything we do serves to strengthen this relationship. We’ll never ... Read more
How administrators can support teachers with chronic health needs
There are a lot of stressors that are one teacher in today’s world, and to have to deal with physical, mental, and/or emotional issues only stands to make…
How to stave off teacher burnout with PD
Survey after survey confirms teachers feel stressed and burned out. Nearly 75 percent of teachers experience frequent job-related stress, compared to just a third of working adults. More…
Why student and teacher wellness comes first
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 3 strategies to support student well-being and SEL; Building culture and community takes more than a committee;…
Teachers are burning out. Can AI help?
The teaching profession is in crisis. K-12 teachers report the highest burnout rate among all industries nationally, according to a June 2022 Gallup poll. Job satisfaction is at…
Teachers need better tools. Leaders need more support.
Great teachers are made, not born. But, given current challenges, how can school leaders provide the individualized coaching required to ... Read more
3 ways teachers can drive student growth
When I ask educators if they have heard of the term “growth mindset,” many will raise their hands or nod they have. However, when I ask educators to…
Meet Objectives for Individualized Instruction & Expanded Teacher Capacity
Tutoring solutions can address district goals for accelerated learning, 1:1 instruction and expanded teaching capacity, with teacher-assigned, high-dosage and on-demand ... Read more
I’m a first-year teacher. How do I become successful in the classroom?
This is my first year as a teacher and I’m teaching sixth grade, so both my students and I are new to the school. I’m wondering if you…
How to keep your students weird
Every educator knows that weirdness is what makes our students grow. After all, curiosity, creativity, and critical thought don’t bloom in a stagnant mind. So instead of wringing…
6 key elements to build a successful coaching program
A successful coaching program can have an extraordinarily positive impact on teachers, students, and schools. A recent national survey of educators showed that most districts agree — 75…
Hey teachers–what is your ‘why?’
More than half of the teachers in the US are seriously considering leaving the profession earlier than planned. A number of factors have led to this, including Covid-19…
How to make project-based learning a reality
One of the many reasons I love working for Van Andel Institute for Education is that I get to be a teacher Fairy Godmother. Teaching is an important…
Problem-based learning helped boost my underserved students’ engagement
As educators, our charge is to impart knowledge onto our students, open new doors for them, and encourage them to stretch beyond their comfort zones. We try to…
Kentucky Educational Cooperatives Partner with BloomBoard to Increase Statewide Teacher Retention
Cold Spring, KY and Murray, KY — Bloomboard, the leading provider of teacher micro-credentials, announces a partnership with Northern Kentucky ... Read more
Optoma Unveils “Create. Connect. Inspire.” Teacher-Led Technology Campaign with Creative Touch 5-Series Interactive Flat Panel Displays
FREMONT, CA. – Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display solutions and the #1 4K UHD brand and the #1 ... Read more
Best practices for the new normal
In this week's Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: How online tutoring helps us close learning gaps and support teachers; 3 tips to balance the back-to-analog edtech…
Using house points and digital coins to promote school values
GEMS American Academy in Abu Dhabi has had a Houses system for a number of years. Over the last few years, while I was working in the PE…
Free, On-demand Videos on PLtogether.org Feature Interviews with Education Leaders About Topics Ranging From Professional Development to Teacher Wellness
SAN FRANCISCO – The PLtogether resource site powered by Edthena now features more than 75 video interviews with education experts. ... Read more
How to ensure clear communication with your paraprofessionals
There are a couple of things that can be done to better assist paraprofessionals in their roles within schools. The first is to ensure more effective communication between…
Is there a national teacher shortage? Here’s what we know and don’t know
Students across the country are heading back to school. Will there be enough teachers waiting for them?
Solving Teacher Shortages with Virtual Instruction
Teacher shortages aren’t just an abstract problem. They’re a very real challenge affecting school systems in every state. But high-quality ... Read more