Historically used by astronauts, debriefing is a technique in which experiences are reviewed and shared at the conclusion of space…

Of course, no one wants to get an answer wrong. However, when a student comes up with a response that…

When I first “heard” this term, like you, I couldn’t believe my eyes. I was reading Make It Stick by…

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Technology is critical to education, but each district, school, and classroom has its own unique challenges when it comes to…

Digital tools are increasingly being used in schools to support and enhance learning, and in many states, technology fluency isn’t…

As educators, we have a common goal: get our students to think outside of the box. We know that, as…

The speed with which technology has been adopted by classrooms around the country is quite astonishing. Computers represent a fantastic…

Scaffolding is a process by which you can make sure students are receiving the instructional support they need in their education without being overbearing.

Monitoring student progress is critical to the educational process.

One of the most discussed educational strategies for teaching language arts is the idea of text complexity.

Educational strategies that focus on small groups of students are great for developing students’ critical thinking skills.

Teachers can use team learning as a way of engaging students in the classroom.

Designing lesson plans that encourage self-expression and out-of-the-box problem-solving skills can be challenging for teachers. However, the rewards that come from successfully overcoming such a challenge are certainly worth it.

Brain-based learning, also known as educational neuroscience, is actually much less complicated than the name might lead you to believe.

The key to literacy is reading comprehension.

As students begin to make the transition from the structured learning environment of K-12 education to the looser collegiate model, proper study techniques become more and more important.

A course on dramatic literature is an effective way to foster student creativity and reading comprehension.

Motivating students to become active participants in their own education is often a difficult task.

As the second half of the school year draws near, it’s the perfect time to assess how far your students…

Schools are continually asked to integrate the development of skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, and collaboration into teaching…

While I hope you’re relaxing this summer, the break from school provides many teachers with the time and space they…

Classroom management. Whether you love it or loathe it, the impact of classroom management on student achievement and teacher satisfaction…

When students speak up in class and conversations develop, you can feel the energy in the classroom. Concepts get discussed…