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* Professional Learning
STRAND-BASED PD PROVIDES TEACHERS WITH AUTONOMY
A strand-based approach to professional development allows teachers to focus
deeply on one aspect of the teaching process for the year.
Tyler Rablin
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* Literacy
THE BENEFITS OF WRITING FOR AN AUDIENCE
Knowing their writing has an audience besides their teacher helps motivate
students to do their very best work.
John McCarthy
109
* Administration & Leadership
A SUPERINTENDENT’S ADVICE FOR BECOMING AN ADMINISTRATOR
The path to superintendency isn’t always clear. For teachers and leaders
looking to level up, these strategies show the way.
Monique Darrisaw-Akil
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* School Libraries
MAKING THE LIBRARY A MORE WELCOMING SPACE
By offering flexible areas and creative activities that give students a
chance to relax and connect, the library can become a haven for belonging—and
the heart of a school.
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* Special Education
HOW TO FOSTER STUDENT SELF-ADVOCACY IN IEP MEETINGS
Students of all ages can contribute during IEP sessions to learn how to
advocate for their specific educational needs.
Angie Chapple
131
* Project-Based Learning (PBL)
NATIONAL HISTORY DAY AS A FRAMEWORK FOR PBL
These strategies for using the annual competition for project-based learning
can help engage students in US history and promote design thinking.
Andrew Fultz
166
* Culturally Responsive Teaching
3 WAYS TO INTRODUCE INTERNATIONAL CIVICS TO YOUR STUDENTS
Engaging with different cultures allows high school students to develop an
empathetic and globally inclusive perspective.
Spencer Burrows
244
* Teacher Wellness
ORGANIZING A FACULTY SUMMER BOOK CLUB
It’s not too late to get started on implementing a book group that can help
keep colleagues connected during the long break.
Benjamin Barbour
152
* Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
HELPING STUDENTS MANAGE CONFLICT
Answering questions designed to regulate emotions may make it easier for
student to find solutions to common disagreements.
Zi Jia Ng
284
* Early Childhood Education
7 WAYS TO HELP YOUNG STUDENTS SPEAK WITH CONFIDENCE AND POISE
As early as preschool, students can learn how to improve their speaking
skills using techniques borrowed from actors.
Jocelyn Greene
337
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* Homework
THE CASE AGAINST GRADING HOMEWORK
When homework is meaningful and contributes to their learning, students are
more likely to complete it.
Crystal Frommert
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* Play & Recess
INTEGRATING LOOSE PARTS PLAY INTO RECESS
Providing materials such as milk crates, tires, and pieces of wood amplifies
student curiosity and imaginative play at recess.
Dan Fisher
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* Classroom Management
HOW PUNCH CARDS CAN SIMPLIFY CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
By replacing the traditional ticket system, teachers can gain back time and
energy while still encouraging positive behavior and strong work habits from
students.
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* Student Engagement
A STRATEGY FOR GUIDING STUDENTS TO TAKE DEEP NOTES
Moving away from a traditional method of taking notes can help students truly
focus on the main learning objectives of a lesson.
Joshua LaFleur
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* School Libraries
MAKING THE LIBRARY A MORE WELCOMING SPACE
By offering flexible areas and creative activities that give students a
chance to relax and connect, the library can become a haven for belonging—and
the heart of a school.
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Project-Based Learning (PBL)
* Project-Based Learning (PBL)
CONNECTING ACROSS DISCIPLINES IN PBL
Here are three ways to set up project-based learning that involves more than
one subject area, which is highly engaging for students.
Suzie Boss
8
267
* Project-Based Learning (PBL)
HOW TO AUTHENTICALLY USE PBL PRODUCTS
Knowing their work will be shown to a public audience is a powerful and
positive motivation for students to produce great work.
Trevor Gardner
8
323
* Project-Based Learning (PBL)
PBL FOR PRE-K THROUGH SECOND GRADE
Very young students can benefit from project-based learning, as these
detailed steps for a project conducted by preschool students demonstrate.
Cecilia Cabrera Martirena
704
* Project-Based Learning (PBL)
ENGAGING STUDENTS WITH CHALLENGE BASED LEARNING
High school students can participate in hands-on, relevant projects that
provide effective solutions to problems in their community.
Jodie Deinhammer
420
* Collaborative Learning
AN EFFECTIVE STRATEGY FOR SUCCESSFUL GROUP WORK
Articulating what good teamwork looks like takes planning, reflection, and
respect for student choice.
James Fester
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Professional Learning
* School Culture
HOW TO ONBOARD NEW TEACHERS SO THEY WANT TO STAY
Help new teachers feel like part of the team by showing them the ropes,
helping them meet veteran staff—and giving them some swag.
Kati Begen
405
* Professional Learning
CREATING YOUR OWN PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PRACTICE
An instructional coach looks at several ways teachers can take ownership of
their professional development.
John Schembari
266
* Teacher Collaboration
REIGNITING YOUR SPARK WITH A FELLOWSHIP
If you feel stuck in a rut as an educator, seeking camaraderie with energized
peers can help you stay motivated.
Tesha Robinson
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146
* Professional Learning
5 MINUTES OF DAILY REFLECTION, ALL YEAR LONG
Setting aside a few minutes a day to jot down what went well and what
challenges arose helps teachers notice patterns and make positive changes.
Alissa Alteri Shea
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* Administration & Leadership
HOW TO GIVE SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS EFFECTIVE SUPPORT
Administrators can be intentional in their approach to ensure that substitute
educators feel acknowledged and valued.
Megan Mary Conklin
243
Administration & Leadership
* Instructional Coaching
HOW INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALISTS CAN BUILD MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS
SCHOOLS
These strategies can help educational specialists become allies and form
supportive relationships with teachers, even across multiple campuses
Jennifer Wood
231
* Administration & Leadership
KEEPING THE FOCUS ON WHAT’S IMPORTANT
Fads in education come and go, but a relentless focus on the things proven to
increase learning leads to success.
Michael McDowell
5
299
* Administration & Leadership
AVOIDING INITIATIVE FATIGUE
Here’s how a group of educators came together to ensure that they wouldn’t be
overwhelmed by initiatives, to keep the joy in teaching.
Jori Krulder
241
* Administration & Leadership
LEADING BY INFLUENCE, NOT AUTHORITY
Administrators can be more effective when they focus on ways to help staff
rather than ways to force compliance.
Matthew X. Joseph
240
* Administration & Leadership
WORKING WITH A MENTOR AS A NEW PRINCIPAL
These ideas can guide novice or even seasoned principals facing the
challenges of working at a new school.
Paul G. Young
177
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