Why “first, do no harm” applies well to Deaf students in public schools
A former teacher who is Deaf says mainstream-school staff can take cues from people in the Deaf community on what's best for Deaf students.
Update your browser to view this website correctly. Update my browser now
A former teacher who is Deaf says mainstream-school staff can take cues from people in the Deaf community on what's best for Deaf students.
My district’s relationship with the business community, which uses entrepreneurship education as a cornerstone, is about to get even stronger.
The Smithsonian Institution offers many free professional learning opportunities for teachers, often held during the summer.
School leaders considering a new AI-driven technology must be sure the use is safe and effective, explains Adam Geller, founder of Edthena.
How a collaborative effort provides reliable and transparent information to help edtech district leaders select the best products.
Taking STEM outdoors can help students make real-world connections, broaden their social skills and show them how to become problem-solvers.
Social skills are a must for landing a job, but today's students lack the confidence to talk easily with adults. Here are ways to help.
Learning to embrace the good during the bad is one of life's lessons that gives a more peaceful point of view.
Data on instructional coaching impact for a districtwide report showcases its efficacy and encourages continuing educational improvement.
This post is sponsored by EverDriven According to the Urban Institute, educational inequity extends beyond classroom walls: it starts with inadequate transportation options for...
What's it like to teach at an online school compared with a traditional school? Two teachers from Ohio and Oregon offer insight.
Moving from concrete experiences to abstract symbols with manipulatives and pictorial representations creates learning, not just memorization.
How educators can create safety for LGBTQ+ students, even as handling queer issues in schools becomes increasingly politicized.
Build relationships among teachers and staff by connecting with them personally and finding ways for them to connect with each other.
High-dosage, 1-to-1 virtual tutoring with the same tutors, strong assessments and willingness to adapt helped our students' scores soar.
Allowing choice of book levels, genres and topics can make reading in high school more likely -- both for assigned work and for pleasure.
School schedules, high-quality materials and effective professional development are three areas of systemic change that improve outcomes.
The year of 2022 saw the greatest number of searches for “exam stress” in the last 20 years, according to a Google analysis by KIS Academics.
How the Smithsonian educators embrace the role of teachers, celebrate the impact of teachers, and help with educational ideas and resources.
How schools are handling virtual learning through flexibility and interventions and attending to student wellness.
Why tapping into classroom tech like augmented and virtual reality helps teach sustainability topics year-round.
A director of teaching and learning shares insights on effective video coaching that have helped teachers learn from their lessons.
Our youngest learners develop rapidly, so teachers get to know preschoolers before school starts and year-round to meet their needs.
SmartBrief’s virtual AI Impact Summit will include various education-related sessions during a two-day deep dive on Sept. 27 and 28.
How self-paced learning is building a new on-ramp to success for today’s students, whether they're behind, on pace or ahead of the curriculum
Here's how one leader frees up his time by letting a chatbot do the lion's share of his more mundane tasks.
High-quality professional development programs and supportive administrators can ease teachers' burnout and enhance their skills.
Acknowledging and welcoming change, then accepting that what is different may be the new normal, are important parts of leadership.
AI seems scary at first, but teachers and instructional coaches who leverage AI responsibly will find it an enormous time-saver
Growing through intimidation and fear leads to new experiences -- for teachers and students.
This post is sponsored by Purdue University Biomedical engineers have strong prospects over the next decade, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which...
12 back-to-school resources from the Smithsonian and 12 conversations to bring into your classroom
One of the most common anxieties for children is heading back to school after the summer break. But what if the first day actually...
The most powerful way to build true equity is to help students see themselves as math people.
Middle- and high-school students focus on local problems with global ripples as they compete in STEM competition.
The sense of connection to others provided by the arts is a vital part of school for many students.
AI chat tools have their limitations, but recognizing them allows educators to work around them for efficiency and efficacy.
A researched-based program and quick, positive results make teacher buy-in easier for a new math curriculum
Offering four different styles of learning creates the best chance of success for all students
The rise of AI writing means truthfulness, accuracy and integrity are even greater than before
Play-based programs are wonderful, but they must be balanced with activities that reinforce the concepts students are learning.
Fred Ende shares 4 leadership lessons, including the larger picture of who is affected by your own transitions.