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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.102 - 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.101 - 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.156 - 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.106 - 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.136 - 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.217 - 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.153 - 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.286 - 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.304 - 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 campuses187
