Student Engagement
Discover the strategies that work best to involve students in their own learning.
Making the Library a More Welcoming Space
By offering flexible areas and creative activities that give students a chance to relax and connect, the library can become a haven for belonging—and the heart of a school.1.1kTeaching Students How to Make Movies to Document Their Learning
Using moviemaking as a form of engagement and assessment centers students’ voices.A 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.1.3kAddressing Work Refusal in the Classroom
As educators grapple with the silent protest of student work refusal, research illuminates the underlying causes—and possible solutions.4.7kJump-Starting Academic Learning With Movement and Dance
The benefits of movement in the classroom aren’t limited to younger students. Pairing new words and concepts with gestures or dance moves locks in understanding—and active brain breaks prime students to learn even more.15.2kSocial 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.809How 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.106Why Are Some Kids Thriving During Remote Learning?
Though remote learning during the pandemic has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?76.1k8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.77.2kBuilding Classroom Community Through Daily Dedications
When students share stories about those who have inspired and impacted them, the whole classroom feels more connected.37.6k27 Super-Smart, Teacher-Tested Closing Activities
Quick (and fun) strategies to check for understanding, reinforce learning, and identify misconceptions in the last moments of class.3.5k4 Brain Breaks for Different Classroom Needs
These brain breaks are designed to serve different purposes, and selecting the right one at the right time can yield positive results.4kA Student-Centered Model of Blended Learning
When educators at a Washington, DC, high school ditched their lectures and devised a self-paced blended learning model, their students thrived.62.5k3 Great Discussion Models for High School English
These models move beyond Socratic seminars to provide students with authentic, engaging class discussions.500How to Engage Students the Moment They Enter the Classroom
Openers matter and set the tone for the lesson that follows. Here’s how to start strong when you need to.13.8k