In August 2021, Mentoring Minds celebrated educators through a special, first-ever virtual summit—Critical Thinking Live! Attendees explored possibilities to ignite the power of critical thinking through a series of dynamic, engaging sessions hosted by industry experts, thought leaders and educators who are making a difference.

Improving your classroom culture and environment begins even before students enter! Consider using SEL competencies as you plan physical space and procedures.

Just as scaffolding in architecture is temporary, educators provide temporary extra support as students learn and increase their understanding.

Scaffolds can be included in content, tasks or materials to meet students’ needs. They can occur during both instruction and practice.

Scaffolding supports student success by providing purpose, explaining expectations, increasing independence, and motivating mastery.

Scaffolding supports student success by providing purpose, explaining expectations, increasing independence, and motivating mastery.