Almost everyone has a teacher from their childhood they still remember fondly as an adult—one who made a lasting impact or influenced how they see the world beyond the walls of the classroom. No matter which grade you teach, positive relationships between you and your students can factor into student... read more →
Nov
04
Oct
28
As teachers well know, activities to engage students in the classroom are key to learning success. That said, student engagement can be hard to attain, especially when students can't see how the lesson's subject applies to their lives. For those looking for some student engagement strategies to help maintain their... read more →
Oct
28
Teachers know that learning is a lifelong endeavor. Especially in the field of education, there is always something new and exciting in the emerging research about brain development, pedagogical techniques, and the evolving needs of our students in a changing world. Continuing education is a requirement for teachers but also... read more →
Oct
17
According to an EdWeek Research Center survey of 630 teachers across the country, low student engagement is the most widespread problem teachers identified as an impediment to student success. While student engagement has long been at the forefront of conversations regarding student success, challenges in student engagement have been exacerbated... read more →
Sep
30
As teachers, we tend to focus a lot on student engagement. How can we keep students engaged in the classroom and virtual learning environments? How can we measure student engagement? The word “engagement” is used frequently but is often defined in broad, vague terms. To help students thrive, we need... read more →
Sep
23
Teachers of varying tenure often ask, “why is professional development important for teachers?” Learning doesn’t end when we obtain a degree and enter the world of work; it is an ongoing process of continuous self-improvement and exploration of the world around us. And a commitment to lifelong learning is a... read more →
Sep
20
No matter how long you've been teaching, all educators can benefit from professional development. Professional development not only supports your own personal and professional growth as an educator, but it also helps boost student success. Professional development can cover numerous topics and come in many different formal and informal activities.... read more →
Sep
09
The field of education is constantly evolving, and the COVID-19 pandemic sped the rate at which teachers and students had to adapt to teaching and learning outside the normal classroom setting. Unfortunately, according to an analysis by McKinsey & Company, the “impact of the pandemic on K–12 student learning was... read more →
Aug
22
Whether there is a teacher shortage or not, school districts should know how to identify and prevent teacher burnout. Teachers can help administrators help them by learning their own triggers and signs that they are undergoing too much stress. This post will give perspective and tips on how to avoid... read more →
Aug
22
While physical safety is a top concern in schools, psychological safety also plays a key role in student engagement and motivation. Your classroom culture is pivotal in creating an environment where students feel safe to learn. This post provides tips on how to build classroom culture to maximize students' learning... read more →