Extraordinary Educators

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

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

Two students sit at desks in front of a screen; one points to a work packet and discusses it.

Thinking about Thinking: Metacognition in the Classroom

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Thinking about Thinking: Metacognition in the Classroom

Young elementary students are happily eating cupcakes during a class celebration.

Effective Early Learning Strategies That Transform Kindergarten Success

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Effective Early Learning Strategies That Transform Kindergarten Success

A group of young girls is gathered around a picnic table, looking at a note card and a clipboard.

Deep Mathematical Understanding through Problem-Based Core Math Programs

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Deep Mathematical Understanding through Problem-Based Core Math Programs

A middle school student is focused on a math problem in an i-Ready Pro lesson.

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

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

A teacher stands at a table, surrounded by students, holding a rock with fear written on it.

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

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

An empty classroom with bright green and gray exercise balls scattered around student desks.

Math Intervention Teaching Strategies for Student Success

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Math Intervention Teaching Strategies for Student Success

A young girl wearing a red sweatshirt is focused as she writes in a student worktext during class.

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

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

Sowmaya Sugunmaran works with a small group of students during a hands-on math lesson.

Proven Strategies for Creating a Classroom That Supports All Learners

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Proven Strategies for Creating a Classroom That Supports All Learners

A teacher supports a young learner during a classroom activity.

This Is for You, Mrs. Guidoboni

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This Is for You, Mrs. Guidoboni

Young students and their teacher stand behind a banner that says, "Groovin' at the grove.

Empowering Childhood Independence

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Empowering Childhood Independence

Educators sit and talk at a table while looking at their laptops and student data.

How Professional Learning Communities for Teachers Transformed Our School

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How Professional Learning Communities for Teachers Transformed Our School

A young girl and her classmates are seated at a table, engaged in writing.

Clarifying Phonological Awareness versus Phonemic Awareness for Older Struggling Readers

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Clarifying Phonological Awareness versus Phonemic Awareness for Older Struggling Readers

A parent and student meet with a teacher.

Strategies for Communicating with Challenging Caregivers

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Strategies for Communicating with Challenging Caregivers

Two students high five a teacher.

Starting the New Year off Right

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Starting the New Year off Right

Two students work closely with their teacher.

5 Ways to Empower English Learners

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5 Ways to Empower English Learners

A teacher and her student connect while viewing a laptop screen.

Six Creative Ways Teachers Are Tracking Student Progress

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Six Creative Ways Teachers Are Tracking Student Progress

A red alarm clock is in front of an educator sitting contemplatively at her laptop.

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

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

Students work together in groups and pairs during a math lesson.

Transform Your Classroom with Student-Centered Learning

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Transform Your Classroom with Student-Centered Learning

A teacher's planner filled with notes in the month of May.

5 Strategies for Time and Task Management for Teachers

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5 Strategies for Time and Task Management for Teachers

A group of colleagues gathered together enjoying a summer BBQ.

Staying Connected with Students and Colleagues This Summer

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Staying Connected with Students and Colleagues This Summer

One of Jonathan Kryk's students writes in his journal in Kryk's "outdoor classroom." (Default Alternate Text: "One of Jonathan Kryk's students writes in his journal in Kryk's "outdoor classroom."")

Igniting Your Students’ Reading and Writing Flames

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Igniting Your Students’ Reading and Writing Flames

Teacher with student in front of the classroom.

Reaching All Learners

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Reaching All Learners

Students and their teacher celebrate success and connect during a glow party.

Creating a Positive Classroom Culture

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Creating a Positive Classroom Culture

During a face-to-face meeting, a teacher confers with a student and their caregiver.

Family Communication Tips for Teachers

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Family Communication Tips for Teachers

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

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

An educator wearing headphones enjoys a fall walk.

Recommended Podcasts for Teachers: Listening on the Go

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Recommended Podcasts for Teachers: Listening on the Go

A group of educators at the 2022 Extraordinary Educators summer conference.

Extraordinary Educators Share Instruction Strategies

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Extraordinary Educators Share Instruction Strategies

Three young students joyfully run at the end of the last day of school.

Finish Strong: End on a Positive Note

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Finish Strong: End on a Positive Note

Multilingual students participate in an activity to promote deeper understanding.

Dual-Language Classrooms: Bridging Content and Academic Language

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Dual-Language Classrooms: Bridging Content and Academic Language

Two middle school students collaborate on a mathematics assignment.

Building a Strong Student Community

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Building a Strong Student Community

Two students are sitting on beanbag chairs and sharing a table while working independently.

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

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

An educator connects with a student as they take a selfie.

Seeing Your Students beyond the Data

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Seeing Your Students beyond the Data

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Boost Student Participation in Your Classroom

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Boost Student Participation in Your Classroom

A school leader encourages an educator during a 1-on-1.

Advocating for Yourself at School

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Advocating for Yourself at School

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A Deeper Approach to Math Practice Adds Up to Big Results

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A Deeper Approach to Math Practice Adds Up to Big Results

Felita Reed and her colleauge.

Paying It Forward: Three Tips for Empowering New Teachers

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Paying It Forward: Three Tips for Empowering New Teachers

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5 Tips for Creating an Accelerated Learning Environment

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5 Tips for Creating an Accelerated Learning Environment

Two young learners celebrate their success in the classroom.

Goal Setting with Students

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Goal Setting with Students

A teacher and a small group of students celebrate while working on a fun project.

Engaging Students in the New Year

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Engaging Students in the New Year

The author, Christy Washington standing outside in a garden.

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

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

A mother and daughter are sitting together, reading a book.

Teaching as a Second Career: From Lab to Literacy

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Teaching as a Second Career: From Lab to Literacy

The authors sit on the carpet with students during a relationship-building activity.

The Power of Positive Student–Teacher Relationships

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The Power of Positive Student–Teacher Relationships

Five young students are sitting on the floor with their laptops.

How to Develop a Positive Student Mindset

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How to Develop a Positive Student Mindset

A group of students are enjoying their lunch outdoors on the playground.

Celebrating Student Growth and Learning

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Celebrating Student Growth and Learning

Students and their teacher stand at the front of the classroom to take a fun group photo.

Five Strategies to Motivate Students at the End of the Year

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Five Strategies to Motivate Students at the End of the Year

Students hold props for a celebratory photo together.

Maintaining a Positive Perspective during Standardized Testing

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Maintaining a Positive Perspective during Standardized Testing

The author is holding flowers and a certificate, and is surrounded by smiling students.

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

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

Students collaborate in groups within a captivating glow-in-the-dark classroom setting.

Scaffolding for Reading: Strategies for Teachers

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Scaffolding for Reading: Strategies for Teachers

Students sitting at their desks write while a teacher checks in with a student.

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

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

Older students are enjoying their time in a relaxed space, reading independently.

Reading Instruction Strategies: Tips for Getting Started

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Reading Instruction Strategies: Tips for Getting Started

Students test a battery-powered lighting circuit.

Why Productive Struggle Matters

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Why Productive Struggle Matters

Students look over an assignment during class.

Fun Tips to Develop Reading Fluency with Middle Schoolers

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Fun Tips to Develop Reading Fluency with Middle Schoolers

The author, Da'Jhon Jett, stands with his students.

Connecting with Middle School Students

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Connecting with Middle School Students

Students lined up in numerical order, arranging rational numbers from least to greatest.

Emphasizing Conceptual Knowledge versus Procedural Knowledge in Mathematics Education

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Emphasizing Conceptual Knowledge versus Procedural Knowledge in Mathematics Education