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Connecting Students in a Disconnected World

23Nov2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Breakout rooms, collaborative projects, games—whatever we do, it’s crucial that we do something to get our students talking to each other.

How to Create a Self-Paced Classroom

8Nov2020

by Kareem Farah

In a self-paced classroom, each student is given an appropriate level of challenge and grows at a steady pace throughout the school year. Here’s how it works.

What’s Possible with Green Screens in the Classroom

25Oct2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

This simple, affordable method offers so many possibilities for deep learning and creativity across all grade levels and subject areas, even in remote learning.

Subversion: An Essential Tool of the Master Teacher

12Oct2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Sometimes, to do right by their students, good teachers have to break the rules.

How to Teach When Everyone is Scattered

29Sep2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Some students are in the room with you. Some are home. Everyone is spread far apart. How do you teach this way? How do you build community? Here are some ideas.

Hexagonal Thinking: A Colorful Tool for Discussion

11Sep2020

by Betsy Potash

If you’ve been looking for a fresh way to get students thinking outside the box, this may be just what you need.

4 Laws of Learning (and How to Follow Them)

1Sep2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

In a teaching tailspin? These four research-based principles of instruction will help you focus on what really moves the needle.

Creating Moments of Genuine Connection Online

16Aug2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Making each student feel known and respected is always important. So how do you do it when teaching online?

Historically Responsive Literacy: A More Complete Education for All Students

2Aug2020

by Jennifer Gonzalez

Based on the work of 19th century Black literary societies, this fresh approach to curriculum focuses on identity, skills, intellect, and criticality.