6-8 Middle School
Explore and share tips, strategies, and resources for helping students develop in grades 6-8.
Creating an Effective Middle School Learning Environment
Clear organization, practices, and procedures can set middle school students up to thrive from day one.206Using AI to Encourage Productive Struggle in Math
Students ‘don’t need an answer, they need help with the process,’ and combining ChatGPT with Wolfram Alpha is one way to guide them through it.6 Foundational Ways to Scaffold Student Learning
A collection of evidence-backed tips to help students cross the bridge from confusion to clarity.The Case Against Grading Homework
When homework is meaningful and contributes to their learning, students are more likely to complete it.2.4kHelping Students Manage Conflict
Answering questions designed to regulate emotions may make it easier for student to find solutions to common disagreements.102A Strategy for Guiding Students to Take Deep Notes
Moving away from a traditional method of taking notes can help students truly focus on the main learning objectives of a lesson.1.3kSocial Media’s Favorite English Teacher
“Taking the time to be engaging” and setting high expectations are key to good teaching, says TikTok influencer and middle school teacher Claudine James.7765 Ways to Teach Students the Skill of Active Studying
Explicit instruction on studying is invaluable for students, who often choose ineffective methods of reviewing material.1.5kIs it Time to Drop ‘Finding the Main Idea’ and Teach Reading in a New Way?
Some schools are changing the way they teach reading—based on research that shows background knowledge is more critical to comprehension than general skills like ‘finding the main idea.’58.5kA Guide to Teaching Effective Note-Taking
Teachers often expect older students to know how to take notes, but most need explicit instruction to develop this skill.454Using Variety to Support Writing in Middle School
Middle school students may get inspired about writing if they’re offered exercises that support different methods of expression.2888 Strategies to Improve Participation in Your Virtual Classroom
Educators share their best synchronous and asynchronous strategies to boost student participation during online learning.50.3kThe Case Against Zeros in Grading
Teachers can rethink their grading practices to make them more mathematically fair for students and allow for redemption for a missed assignment.33.5k7 Strategies to Activate Students’ SEL Skills
Social and emotional learning programs are most effective when students are given plenty of opportunities to practice those skills.185Using AI Tutors to Flip Your Classroom
Teachers can set up AI tutors to create personalized learning experiences for students at home, freeing up time for collaboration and active learning in class.648