Leading is learning
There was a time when we believed that once you knew how to do something then that was it. Mission accomplished. The skill set was learned and the only thing to do was to put it into practice.
States need to strengthen reading instruction policies
While many states seek to improve literacy outcomes for students, they focus too little on a key component to strong implementation and sustainability: effective teachers.
Friday 5: Student learning under the microscope
It goes without saying that improving student learning and helping students achieve their learning goals have always been priorities for classroom teachers and educators.
The looming threat that could worsen the digital divide
In an era where technology plays a pivotal role in education, the expiration of the E-rate program’s Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) funding poses a significant threat to underserved schools and libraries.
6 ways principals can improve family engagement
As a school administrator, I thought a lot about family engagement. How could I get more parents and guardians to feel connected and interested in getting involved? How could I get my staff to connect with families?
Occupational therapy is the antidote for pandemic skill loss
Research shows that the average student lost approximately one-third of a school year to the pandemic, leading to academic setbacks and missed opportunities for building skills fostered in school settings.
5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI
There is a lot of excitement surrounding ChatGPT, the cutting-edge chatbot powered by OpenAI. Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and learning.
6 ways to support multilingual learners in STEM
STEM can help with English language development by allowing students to engage with language in a variety of ways. The hands-on nature of STEM learning also makes concepts and vocabulary easier to grasp, and makes learning fun.
5 ways to use inquiry-based learning to make math more relevant
One of the joys of being an educator is embracing all the differences every student brings to the classroom, while teaching them to celebrate those unique traits in themselves and each other.
How data empowers our district to align teaching with student needs
Everyone had that favorite teacher; the one who inspired your confidence to succeed or fostered love of a certain subject. For me it was Ms. Pierre, my high school English teacher.