Bridging Content Gaps: The Importance of Vertical Alignment
It is imperative that teachers are aware of how their subject or subjects are vertically aligned from other grade levels, both below and above.
Curriculum
New Challenges: The Pandemic’s Toll on this Generation’s Learners
From the unknown emotional impacts of the pandemic to the uncertain extent of student learning loss, educators aren’t sure what awaits them when in-person learning resumes.
Bonjour! Making French Class Fun
Languages other than English have never been top priority in the U.K., so when I was asked to teach French to my entire school, the prospect filled me with excitement.
A Seat at the Table: Equality in the Classroom
We may believe we are creating inclusive, “multicultural” teaching environments, all while being completely unaware of the systemic racism that still impacts our students.
The Upside of Social Media
Kids today are technology-savvy, but they need to be guided in asking the right questions about the content they produce and consume.
Complex Learning Environments: The ESL Challenge
For K–12 teachers of English as a Second Language, the shifting nature of the ESL population is creating a new set of classroom challenges.
Who Should Teach Financial Literacy to Kids?
Financial education. It’s a small phrase, but it holds big meaning. Some say teach it at home. Others say integrate it into existing curriculum.
The Gold Book of Lesson Plans
The Gold Book of Lesson Plans, Volume I and Volume II are essential sources for teachers looking for classroom-ready tools and resources.
Jazzing Up History Class
Educators teaching history may find guidance in the genius of Miles Davis’ advice to musicians, “Don’t play what’s there, play what’s not there.”