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Writing grants to fund educational projects and innovation
Writing grants requires plenty of preparation and attention to detail, but it can yield dividends for classrooms, PD and other projects.
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Blending subjects: How I build historical context into science curriculum
Blending subjects helps students understand how they fit together and increases their interest in what may have been a non-favorite subject.
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How classroom wellness practices help teachers, students
While teachers are not mental health professionals, they are the front line for supporting themselves and students with wellness practices.
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Microcredentials for educators: A powerful professional learning option
Schools can create their own microcredentials for educators to create professional development options that target precise needs.
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You have permission to take a break for fun!
In her Learning Lab workshop at ASCD23, English-language arts teacher Melissa Moultroup shared ideas for making the classroom and learning fun.
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National Teacher of the Year finalist Rountree supports students with check-ins, culture of respect
Teacher of the Year finalist Jermar Rountree, a Washington, D.C., PE teacher, discusses connecting with students, instilling healthy habits.
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National Teacher of the Year finalist: “Lean into those parts that you’re excited about”
High-school math teacher Rebecka Peterson, a finalist for the 2023 National Teacher of the Year, is Oklahoma's 2023 Teacher of the Year.
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Engagement, resilience and the link between happiness and success: Educators share what works
ASCD23 keynote speakers discuss how to better connect with students, help them develop grit and create spaces where success can flourish.
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National Teacher of the Year finalist: Alaskan village “unlike anything else in the world”
Frist-grade teacher Harlee Harvey of a rural village in Alaska is one of 5 finalists for the National Teacher of the Year.
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How to address shortage of speech-language pathologists in schools
4 ways schools can work to end the shortage of speech-language pathologists based in schools and help more students learn better.
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NBCT process key to success, says NTOY finalist
High-school Spanish teacher Kimberly Radostits of Illinois is one of 5 finalists for National Teacher of the Year.
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Conn. teacher builds bonds with students, leads by example
High-school science teacher Carolyn Kielma of Connecticut is one of 5 finalists for 2023 National Teacher of the Year.
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Deepen student learning with virtual field trips: Tips from the field
Virtual field trips can make teachers' lessons more engaging by putting students in a different country or environment or even on a planet.
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Features that spell success for a teacher coaching cycle
Donna Spangler asserts that the teacher coaching cycle that involves an identify-learn-improve method works best.
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Guide to teaching and learning critical analysis with ChatGPT
By asking students to work with ChatGPT as a way to critically analyze sources and subjects, teachers can use the bot in a positive way.
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3 ways to enhance your district’s cybersecurity approach
Some of the most important cybersecurity features are the easiest to employ in your district's cybersecurity approach.
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Co-design: How educators can invite students to participate in their learning
Collaborating on lessons with students -- a process called co-design -- gives students greater interest and ownership in their learning.
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3 ways to increase student ownership in learning
When teachers integrate choice and self-assessment strategies, the result is increased student ownership in learning.
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Project-based learning helps CTE meet its potential
CTE can play a vital role in keeping communities intact, and project-based learning in CTE provides the tools to deliver on that promise.
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Using math manipulatives with cultural connections builds relationships
Using manipulatives that have special meaning for students can help teachers build bonds as they learn about their interests and culture.
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Problem-based learning leads STEM students to help community
Baltimore STEM students used problem-based learning to solve a community problem and win a national prize.
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How to implement a new literacy program in middle school
An Arkansas school district's literacy specialist explains five elements of kicking off a new literacy program in grades six and above.
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4 key elements of a whole-child education framework
Social, emotional and behavioral needs are inextricably linked with academic performance. A whole-child approach can help each child succeed.
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Video for professional development accelerates teacher growth, student learning
Formal or informal recording processes can help teachers see themselves in action and collaborate on video for professional development.
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3 ways to engage elementary students in space education
Interactive, hands-on learning helps draw elementary-school students into space education, explains STEM specialist Nicollette LeTellier.
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Robotics and values can be part of the same lessons
A STEAM education expert explains how coding can help us teach students generosity, perseverance and collaboration.
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Embrace science of reading to soften NAEP disappointment
With reading proficiency dropping to 1992 levels, now is the time to implement more effective instruction with the science of reading.
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How a special ed learning platform helps students with dyslexia
Technology that keeps assignments. homework and student progress in one place and gives instant feedback has helped students with dyslexia.
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Scale student behavior support through SEL
A Montana district curriculum and special education director shares 3 lessons learned from measuring the success of SEL and student behavior.
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Listen for a loud classroom to find the most-engaged students
Introducing edtech activities can turn up the volume, but a loud classroom is a sign of engaged, eagerly learning students.
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Are you giving your English learners the right resources?
When you allow the fear of a test to determine how you deliver instruction to English learners, you’re going to get it wrong, educator says.
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How schools can set up student-athletes to win their future
Educator shares 7 ways to equip student-athletes to perform well so they'll find success both in sports and in life.
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Competency-based education’s clarity inspires engagement, self-directed learning
Competency-based education makes goals and expectations clearer for teachers, parents and students and can empower students.
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5 ways online coding program draws more girls to STEM
Teachers can get more girls intrigued by STEM by teaming an easy-to-use coding program with robotics and participating in competitions.
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Teaching computer science without (much) coding
Teaching computer science can be intimidating for teachers with no background in it. But what students really need is context, support and guidance.
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AI education roadmap: Kindergarten to career
Introduce AI in kindergarten and nurturing a passion for it throughout K-12 to create tomorrow's innovators.
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How to create STEM opportunities for students with disabilities
The Catalyst program in North Carolina helps high-school students with disabilities learn about and train for STEM jobs and position them for STEM college degrees.
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5 ways to use your learning management system
Learning management systems play a pivotal role, even in in-person classrooms today.
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College innovation lab thrives with flexible tech, partnerships
Technology, a flexible and accessible space, and partnerships are the ingredients for a successful innovation lab.
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The power of fun classroom design
Engaging learning spaces start with one simple question: “What do kids love?” Carmelo Piazza explains how creative spaces aid students.
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Using virtual reality to add oomph to lessons
From the Great Wall of China to a sleigh ride with Santa, virtual reality enlivens lessons for a broader student experience.
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Teacher shares 2 math tools for engaging assessments
A math interventionist shares two of her favorite math tools that make assessments easier for her and more engaging for her students.