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How Do We Know Our Students Are Learning? And If Not, What Can We Do about It?

2-min. read

Discover why assessment should go beyond testing and focus on progress over mastery. Learn strategies to inspire curiosity, use data effectively, and foster intrinsic motivation in students.

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How One District Embraced a Problem-Based Mathematics Curriculum to Build Thinking Classrooms

2-min. read

Discover how a problem-based mathematics curriculum fueled one district's transformation to the Building Thinking Classrooms framework.

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Implementing Stretch Growth®: Proven Achievement Strategies for Educational Leaders

2-min. read

Discover how one school implemented game-changing Stretch Growth strategies that empower students to catch up quickly and achieve academic success beyond expectations.

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Structured Literacy, Real Results: Our Grades K–2 Breakthrough

2-min. read

Discover how structured literacy transformed Grades K–2 instruction and boosted early reader proficiency by up to 49 points. Learn proven implementation strategies.

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Improving Mathematical Understanding: Giving Every Student a Voice

3-min. read

Learn how to improve mathematical understanding through small group instruction and student discourse. Transform your math classroom with proven strategies.

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Critical Thinking for Middle School: Why Students Need to Think, Talk, and Struggle

2-min. read

Learn how to develop critical thinking for middle school students through discussion, productive struggle, and student-led learning. Build deeper understanding.

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Letting Students Take the Lead: The Power of Student-Led Conferences

3-min. read

Explore how student-led conferences empower learners, boost family engagement, and build student ownership by shifting the conversation from about students to led by students.

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Maximize the Minutes with Middle School Pacing Strategies

2-min. read

Discover middle school pacing strategies that help students stay engaged, build confidence, and succeed. Learn practical tips from a teacher who makes every minute count in the classroom.

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Grade 5 Literacy Transformation: How One District Closed the Gap

3-min. read

Learn how one district transformed Grade 5 literacy from 48% to 71% proficiency using structured literacy and the Science of Reading to close gaps.

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Respect the Middle School Learner by Choosing Appropriate Content That Fits

2-min. read

Learn how to select middle school-appropriate content that reflects students' ages, interests, and identities. Build respect, relevance, and confidence.

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Through-Year Assessment in Indiana: Why Teachers Still Need i-Ready

3-min. read

Learn how i-Ready's integrated assessment and instruction tools help Indiana teachers pinpoint learning gaps and personalize support to complement ILEARN's through-year assessment model.

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Interim Assessments: Striking the Balance between Insight and Instruction

2-min. read

Learn how interim assessments like i-Ready Inform provide detailed, domain-level data that helps teachers identify specific skills students have mastered and areas requiring targeted support.

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Student Choice in Middle School: Engagement through Autonomy

2-min. read

Learn how giving middle school students structured learning choices boosts engagement, builds autonomy, and creates confident, independent thinkers.

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Measuring Literacy Development beyond a Single Test Score

2-min. read

Measuring literacy effectively means going beyond single test scores. Discover how comprehensive assessment, expert instruction, and quality curriculum work together to support reading development.

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Student Goal-Setting Strategies for Middle School Teachers

3-min. read

When middle schoolers see, they believe. Help middle school students thrive by using data to set goals, track progress, and build confidence through visible learning strategies.

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Seven Key Actions for Effective Behavioral Management from Dr. Anita Archer

3-min. read

Discover Dr. Anita Archer's seven proven behavioral management strategies to improve student behavior and create positive learning environments.

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Teacher Advice: Lessons in Building Community, Growth, and the Power of Showing Up

2-min. read

Get teacher advice on building a classroom family, embracing social-emotional learning (SEL), and growing through challenges.

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What Personalized Professional Learning Looks Like and Why You Should Expect More

2-min. read

Discover what makes professional learning truly effective for teachers. Learn how personalized learning transforms your growth experience.

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Reading Intervention Strategies to Help Older Students

3-min. read

Discover how research-based literacy intervention strategies can empower educators to help older striving readers overcome foundational skills gaps and thrive academically.

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Small Shifts, Big Gains: How Educators Can Transform Literacy Outcomes

2-min. read

Discover how small, strategic changes in data culture, materials, and professional learning can transform literacy outcomes. Learn from real success stories in New Jersey and Alaska.

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Voice AI Tools in the Classroom: 5 Practical Questions

2-min. read

Discover how responsibly built voice AI tools in the classroom can boost literacy, reduce teacher workload, and safely and fairly support every learner.

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Creating a Home Away from Home: Building a Culture of Belonging for Students in Your Literacy Classroom

2-min. read

See how creating a culture of belonging in literacy classrooms—through strategies like VABBing and responsive vocabulary instruction—can transform student engagement and success.

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Middle School Student Engagement Strategies for Today's Classrooms

2-min. read

Discover effective strategies for engaging middle school students through curriculum mastery, creative activities, and relationship building.

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Why Classroom Teachers Need National Education Research Data

2-min. read

Discover how national education research like the State of Student Learning empowers teachers to understand classroom trends, advocate for students, and connect with a broader professional community.

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Deep Mathematical Understanding through Problem-Based Core Math Programs

2-min. read

Discover how fully implementing a problem-based core math program transformed an elementary school classroom, nurturing deep mathematical understanding and problem-solving skills among students.

The Importance of Early Mathematics for Pre-K/TK Students

2-min. read

Discover how early numeracy in pre-K lays the foundation for lifelong learning, cognitive development, and academic success through engaging, everyday strategies.

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Effective Early Learning Strategies That Transform Kindergarten Success

2-min. read

Discover proven early learning strategies from a former kindergarten educator that cultivate academic growth and foster a genuine love of learning.

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Thinking about Thinking: Metacognition in the Classroom

2-min. read

Read about how metacognition can help your students think about what—and how—they are learning to reach higher-level thinking and greater academic success.

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Math Intervention Teaching Strategies for Student Success

3-min. read

Discover how one veteran math teacher uses intervention teaching strategies to help students overcome challenges and embrace learning through a supportive and engaging classroom environment.

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Small School, Big Impact: Proven Strategies to Improve Student Outcomes

3-min. read

Discover how a small Title I school in rural New York implemented effective strategies to improve student outcomes and boost achievement from 25 percent to 73 percent in reading and 34 percent to 80 percent in mathematics.

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Are You Ready for a Discourse-Based Mathematics Curriculum?

3-min. read

A discourse-based mathematics approach aims to cultivate more effective and engaging learning environments. Learn what it takes to be prepared.

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How Top Districts Drive Student Success through Ambitious Stretch Growth® Goals

2-min. read

Discover how ambitious Stretch Growth goals and five key leadership actions transform Grades K–8 education, boost student achievement, and create high expectations for all.

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Proven Strategies for Creating a Classroom That Supports All Learners

2-min. read

Discover effective strategies for creating a classroom that supports all learners, fosters belonging, and promotes academic success.

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Beyond the Page: How Knowledge Fuels Stronger Writing

2-min. read

Find out how to improve student writing skills and help them become more confident communicators through collaboration, knowledge building, and effective classroom conversations.

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Leading with Heart: A 50-Year Journey of Impact

2-min. read

Learn how to build trust, respect, and empathy for others while empowering those around you to become a successful educational leader.

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Making Mathematics about Meaning—Not Mnemonics—to Boost Math Scores

2-min. read

Discover how one school boosted their math scores with a discourse-based approach to math instruction.

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From Assessment to Intervention—Insights from a Reading Specialist

2-min. read

Discover the transformative power of early literacy intervention with i-Ready Literacy Tasks, which provide essential insights into student performance, guiding instruction and fostering growth in Grades K–3 readers.

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Safeguarding Students—Why Responsible AI in Education Is Essential

2-min. read

Discover what responsible AI in education looks like. Explore how responsible voice AI tailored to students’ unique speech patterns can deliver impactful learning experiences while ensuring privacy.

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How i-Ready Pro’s Essential Lessons Transformed Learning in My Classroom

2-min. read

Learn how i-Ready Pro's age-appropriate lessons transformed engagement and growth for older striving learners, helping them close learning gaps with confidence.

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Creating Cross-Linguistic Connections to Strengthen Biliteracy

2-min. read

Discover how fostering cross-linguistic connections in the classroom enhances biliteracy, boosts metalinguistic awareness, nurtures multicultural identities, and supports Multilingual Learners in becoming confident readers, writers, and thinkers.

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This Is for You, Mrs. Guidoboni

2-min. read

This Teacher Appreciation Week, discover the transformative power of teachers through a heartfelt reflection on how one beloved educator sparked a lifelong love of learning and shaped a career dedicated to supporting educators nationwide.

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Where Do We Go from Here? Unpacking the NAEP Reading Scores

2-min. read

Discover how integrating both foundational reading skills and knowledge building can address declining literacy rates, shown by the NAEP reading scores, and foster lifelong learning.

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Beyond the Curriculum: Creating a Positive Classroom Where Hearts and Minds Thrive

2-min. read

Explore how a veteran teacher creates a positive classroom that fosters emotional growth, empathy, and academic success through innovative strategies and personal connections.

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A Journey from Remediation to Accelerated Learning

2-min. read

Discover six transformative strategies to shift mindsets, prioritize grade-level content, and build collaborative practices that focus on acceleration versus remediation.

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Empowering Childhood Independence

5-min. read

Explore how a seasoned teacher empowers childhood independence through responsibility, play, and effective communication with parents.

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Math Motivation in Middle School

2-min. read

Discover what motivates middle schoolers to engage in math class. Here are student-generated ideas that can help you in your classroom.

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Why the “How” May Be as Important as the “What” When It Comes to Implementation

2-min. read

Discover the critical role of implementation fidelity in education and how the execution of instructional programs can enhance student outcomes and foster academic growth in the post-pandemic landscape.

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How Professional Learning Communities for Teachers Transformed Our School

2-min. read

Discover how professional learning communities for teachers transformed a school, fostered collaboration, and boosted student achievement.

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Why Pairing Assessment and Instruction from Different Companies Generally Doesn’t Work Well

2-min. read

Discover why disconnected assessment and instruction tools fall short in delivering what students need to progress and why fully integrated solutions (like i-Ready Assessment and i-Ready Personalized Instruction) more effectively support both students and the educators supporting them.

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How to Become an Education Advocate

2-min. read

Learn how to become an education advocate with effective strategies for better education policies that will make impactful changes in the classroom.

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Advocating for Yourself at School

2-min. read

Advocating for yourself, building relationships with others, and setting healthy work boundaries is essential to creating a positive work-life and well-being.

Addressing Unfinished Learning with Stretch Growth® Goals

3-min. read

Learn how to encourage student growth and address unfinished learning with Stretch Growth goals.

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How to Increase Student Engagement in the Classroom

2-min. read

Learn effective strategies to increase student engagement in the classroom, fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

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Why Authenticity Matters in Assessment

2-min. read

Explore the vital role authentic assessments in dual-language and bilingual education play to engage Multilingual Learners through culturally relevant content and real-world connections and offer equitable evaluation and improved learning outcomes.

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Cultivating a Love for Math: Optimal Course Placement for Middle Schoolers

2-min. read

Learn how to prevent the pitfalls of 8th grade Algebra acceleration and ensure students develop a strong, lasting foundation in mathematics without skipping essential concepts.

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Clarifying Phonological Awareness versus Phonemic Awareness for Older Struggling Readers

2-min. read

Discover the crucial differences between phonemic and phonological awareness and how mastering these skills can enhance your students' reading and writing abilities.

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Sound Strategies: How to Transform Learning with Music in the Classroom

2-min. read

Discover how integrating music in the classroom can enhance learning, boost focus, and improve classroom culture.

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Three Strategies for Teaching Phonetics to Older Struggling Students

3-min. read

Explore effective strategies for teaching phonetics to older struggling readers to address gaps in decoding and promote academic success.

Supporting Older Readers

2-min. read

Learn how to teach your older, struggling readers to become more confident, successful readers.

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Reading Instruction Strategies: Tips for Getting Started

2-min. read

Discover essential reading instruction strategies to effectively teach children and foster lifelong literacy skills

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Math for Middle Schoolers: Effective Instruction to Energize Your Class

2-min. read

Energize your math classes, and tailor them for those students who are caught in the middle with these math for middle schoolers suggestions.

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Teaching as a Second Career: From Lab to Literacy

2-min. read

Read how a scientist’s passion to teach her struggling daughter to read led to a career in teaching.

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How to Empower Students—Incentives

2-min. read

Learn how to empower students by effectively using incentives in your classroom to motivate them to achieve their goals.

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Maximize Learning Time: Engage Middle Schoolers Beyond the Textbook

2-min. read

Learn how manipulatives in math can enhance the learning experience for middle school learners.

The Importance of Foundational Literacy

4-min. read

Check out these tips for bolstering your students’ reading proficiency by focusing on foundational literacy skills.

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Engaging Students in Learning: Strategies for Middle School Teachers

2-min. read

Find out how building trust and creating a safe space helps you connect with middle schoolers and enhance student learning.

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How to Make an Impact in Today’s Classrooms

2-min. read

Get tips from John Hattie on how you can make an impact on today’s students with a new approach to teaching after COVID-19.

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Strategies for Struggling Readers: Re-engaging to Build Confidence and Motivation

2-min. read

Learn how to implement instructional strategies for struggling readers.

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Empathy in Analytics: Humanizing Student Data for Meaningful Educational Impact

2-min. read

Learn how to humanize data to help your students grow.

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Scaffolding for Reading: Strategies for Teachers

2-min. read

Learn how to use scaffolding for reading in your classroom to create engaging learning experiences for all your students.

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Embracing Oracy: A Foundational Skill for Multilingual Learners

2-min. read

Uncover ways to enrich your student’s oracy skills among students who navigate multiple languages.

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How to Develop a Positive Student Mindset

2-min. read

Discover how you can teach your students about positive mindsets in your classroom to set them up for success inside and outside of the classroom.

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Emphasizing Conceptual Knowledge versus Procedural Knowledge in Mathematics Education

4-min. read

Learn how to emphasize conceptual understanding to equip students with the skills for future success in the classroom.

Fun for Families: Early Literacy Skills for Older Struggling Readers

2-min. read

Learn fun at-home activities to help build skills and confidence with students reading below grade level.

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Fun Tips to Develop Reading Fluency with Middle Schoolers

2-min. read

Discover effective teaching strategies that make developing reading fluency with middle school students engaging and fun.

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Cultivating Connections: A Guide to Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Your Classroom

2-min. read

Discover how to use social-emotional learning strategies to create an emotionally engaging and supportive learning environment.

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Nurturing Students and Yourself: Finding Work–Life Balance in Teaching

2-min. read

Learn how one teacher uses certain tools and routines to find a healthy work–life balance inside and outside the classroom.

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Why Is i-Ready Good for Students?

2-min. read

Learn why i-Ready is good for students and why more than 13 million use i-Ready for effective and personalized learning assessments.

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Navigating Post-COVID Academic Growth: Insights and Strategies for Education Leaders

5-min. read

Uncover essential strategies to support students’ academic growth in the post-COVID era. Learn how to address disparities, implement interventions, and equip educators for success. Read more now!

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Questioning for Deeper Mathematical Understanding

2-min. read

Discover how deep-thinking questions can help students reveal a deeper understanding of the material.

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Navigating Knowledge Building with High-Quality Text Sets

2-min. read

Learn how building text sets can help improve literacy.

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Recommended Podcasts for Teachers: Listening on the Go

2-min. read

Discover new podcasts for teachers that will entertain and inspire you to make a difference in the classroom.

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Advantages of Adaptive Assessment

2-min. read

Better understand the key benefits of adaptive assessment in education and how it can help teachers inform instruction and accelerate learning.

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Teacher Engagement Lays the Foundation for Student Agency

2-min. read

Learn how to increase agency and engagement in your older students toward the end of the school year.

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Five Strategies to Motivate Students at the End of the Year

2-min. read

Learn five strategies to motivate students at the end of the year while giving them an opportunity to reflect and have fun.

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Why Productive Struggle Matters

2-min. read

Learn how encouraging students’ productive struggle in the classroom promotes collaboration, creativity, and strong thinking skills.

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Why Small Group Instruction Matters: Benefits and Strategies

2-min. read

Discover six strategies for using small group instruction to boost learning.

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The Power of Positive Student–Teacher Relationships

2-min. read

Learn how a get-to-know-each-other campaign minimized disruptive student behavior and maximized school morale.

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Celebrating Teachers: Building Connections and Sharing Successes

2-min. read

Celebrating teachers leads to success in the classroom and encourages a culture of support.

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Creating Conditions for Accelerating Learning

2-min. read

John Hattie describes how teachers can create conditions that challenge students and accelerate learning.

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Incorporating Multisensory Learning in the Classroom

2-min. read

Find out how Liz's loss of taste and smell during the pandemic helped her teach students trust and conceptual understanding through multisensory learning.

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Celebrating Student Growth and Learning

2-min. read

Find out how celebrating student growth, both big and small, fosters a love for learning in the classroom.

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Maintaining a Positive Perspective during Standardized Testing

2-min. read

Learn three strategies to maintain a positive perspective during high-stakes testing.

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Celebrating Teachers Who Accelerate Reading Growth

2-min. read

Teachers are essential to student growth. Discover ways to celebrate and demonstrate their enormous contributions.

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Ready or Not, Here We Come: How Do You Know If Students Are Ready for Algebra?

2-min. read

Algebra-ready students will be prepared to succeed in high-level mathematics. Learn how to determine if your students are ready.

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Using Student and Teacher Feedback to Improve Product Accessibility

3-min. read

Explore four key takeaways on how Curriculum Associates uses feedback to develop accessible products.

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Three Musts for Manipulatives in Math Class

2-min. read

Discover why using manipulatives in math is important.

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How to Set Up Math Centers in Your Classroom

2-min. read

Get tips for setting up math centers in your classroom to support student growth.

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Make Building Math Fluency Fun

2-min. read

Implement these engaging games in the classroom to make building math fluency fun.

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The Long Reach of Literacy Development

2-min. read

Literacy helps students navigate challenges and goals, and it is the foundation of academic success. Learn how to develop literacy skills in the classroom.

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Acceleration through Whole Class Instruction

2-min. read

Acceleration focused on content and timing allows the whole class to access grade-level content.

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Bringing Clarity to Math Instruction and Understanding

2-min. read

Here are four tips on how to understand and teach mathematical instruction based on current strategies and standards.

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The Science of Reading in Focus

2-min. read

Hear from literary powerhouse, Dr. Anita Archer, as she shares her wisdom on the Science of Reading.

Unlocking the Power of Reading Intervention Strategies for Middle School

2-min. read

Focus on developmentally respectful middle school reading intervention strategies to motivate students to become strong readers.

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Getting It Right This Time: Efficient Implementation of the Science of Reading

2-min. read

Get reading instruction right in schools by understanding and implementing the Science of Reading.

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Response Protocols to Enhance Learning

2-min. read

Learn flexible response protocols that help elicit student engagement.

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Engaging Students in the New Year

2-min. read

Learn student engagement strategies from Extraordinary Educators, Class of 2024.

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Building Positive Work Relationships in Education

2-min. read

Here are some tips on how to be “in it together” by building positive work relationships in education.

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Building a Strong Student Community

2-min. read

Build a strong student community by creating a foundation of trust.

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Reaching Reluctant Learners: Fostering Self-Efficacy in the Classroom

2-min. read

Discover how to reach and engage your most reluctant learners.

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Dual-Language Classrooms: Bridging Content and Academic Language

2-min. read

Learn how to bridge content and academic language to reach proficient biliteracy.

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Sit, Slouch, or Stand: How Physical Comfort Relates to Learning

3-min. read

A comfortable classroom environment can help your students do their best work.

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Student Success Requires a Team

2-min. read

Learn how actionable data paired with teamwork leads to the path to proficiency.

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Family Communication Tips for Teachers

2-min. read

Learn how to build relationships with parents as a teacher and make communication with families more positive and productive.

Protecting Your Sleep: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself

2-min. read

Learn about the importance of rest and ways to improve your sleep with these tips.

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Teaching Students to Advocate for Themselves in the Classroom

2-min. read

Try these student self-advocacy techniques to minimize learning interruptions.

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Striking the Right Balance to Accelerate Learning

2-min. read

Find out how to achieve learning acceleration to put your students on the path to proficiency by balancing remediation strategies for students and on-grade level instruction.

HOW-TO VIDEOS: Using Number Lines

4-min. read

Check out these hands-on tips for using number lines in the primary grades to help your students develop a linear view of numbers.

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Six Creative Ways Teachers Are Tracking Student Progress

2-min. read

Help students set, track, and celebrate their goals with these six creative tips.

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Creating a Positive Classroom Culture

2-min. read

Learn how to show up for your students by creating a positive classroom culture.

Learn how to honor your mind and mental health with these mental wellness strategies.

2-min. read

Honor your mental wellness by setting mindful goals, setting boundaries, and doing more of what fills your cup.

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Goal Setting with Students

2-min. read

Learn how to implement student goal setting in your classroom.

How Portland Public Schools Achieved Great Success

6-min. read

Learn about what strategies Portland Public Schools utilized to achieve great growth in math across the district.

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Seeing Your Students beyond the Data

2-min. read

Discover how a student-centered approach can provide great data beyond the numbers.

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Catalysts for Classroom Engagement: Creative Connections and Wonder

2-min. read

Discover six creative tips on how to actively engage students in the classroom.

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Help Students Reach Ambitious Goals

2-min. read

Hear how teachers help their students meet ambitious goals.

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Fostering Joy in Learning: Embracing Exploration and Conversation in the Math Classroom

2-min. read

Transform your math classroom into a safe space that fosters joy and exploration in learning with these three tips.

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5 Strategies for Time and Task Management for Teachers

3-min. read

Get helpful time- and task-management tips as you start the school year.

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Back-to-School Basics: Time-Saving Organizational Tips

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Learn valuable time-saving tips for Back to School from a seasoned educator.

Paying It Forward: Three Tips for Empowering New Teachers

3-min. read

Learn tips and strategies new educators can use to save time, prevent frustration, and improve teaching and learning.

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Building Community Helps Us Cope in Tough Times

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Learn how prioritizing mental health and interpersonal connections makes an impact in the classroom.

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Transform Your Classroom with Student-Centered Learning

2-min. read

Find out how creating a student-centered classroom can empower students to take ownership of their learning.

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Using Data to Prepare for the Year: A Closer Look at Strategies from John Hattie

3-min. read

Learn more about how using last year’s data can help you start this year strong.

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Staying Connected with Students and Colleagues This Summer

2-min. read

Here are some helpful tips for connecting with students and colleagues this summer.

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Reflect and Connect: Effective Strategies for the First Month Back to School

2-min. read

John Hattie shares what can do this summer to prepare your students for the new school year.

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Six Tips for Teaching Reading to Multilingual Learners

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National Director, Glendaliz Martinez, shares strategies for teaching multilingual learners to read.

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Finish Strong: End on a Positive Note

2-min. read

Here are some helpful ideas for ending the school year on a positive note.

How to Pick Yourself Up When You Fall

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Find out six key steps for picking yourself up emotionally after a fall.

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How to Identify and Build Student Engagement

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Get some tips to determine if your students are engaged and how to keep them engaged.

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Igniting Your Students’ Reading and Writing Flames

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Learn how to ignite your students’ motivation flames around reading and writing.

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The Four Rs of Putting Yourself First

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Self-care teacher tips for national Teacher Appreciation Week.

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A Deeper Approach to Math Practice Adds Up to Big Results

2-min. read

Find out why offering a range of mathematical practice opportunities can help your students think more deeply and master foundational skills.

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Use Questions to Develop Critical Thinking

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Learn how to ask critical-thinking questions for your students.

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