Key points: Students who feel supported feel empowered to learn and achieve 3 critical areas necessary to boost student motivation Expanded learning can improve student well-being For more on student achievement, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Every student should get to feel brilliant at school. But too often, they don’t. In many classrooms, success…
Chronic absenteeism remains a widespread challenge in schools across the country, but in Wisconsin, Racine Unified School District’s Julian Thomas Elementary and Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School are demonstrating that innovative, data-driven approaches can make a difference. Using Panorama Education’s data platform to monitor attendance, student well-being, and academic performance, schools in Racine USD equip educators with…
(I’m republishing my best posts from the second half of 2024. You can see the entire list of them here) Like most teachers, I’m a fan of using Quizizz, Kahoot, or Blooket in my classes as fun reinforcing learning games – plus, they’re great formative assessment tools! I’ve wondered over the years if…
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Creating engaging and stimulating learning experiences in online higher education can be challenging due to the lack of physical presence and the routine nature of digital interactions. However, integrating elements of awe into online courses can transform the educational experience by revitalizing student engagement and fostering a conducive environment for curiosity and lifelong learning. When…
Photo from National Archives The terrible Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire took place on this date in 1911. You might be interested in The Best Resources For Learning About The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. Photo from National Archives The terrible Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire took place on this date in 1911. You might be…
Times are strange, aren’t they? Everyday, sometimes every hour, we are bombarded with “unprecedented” news. As educators, we are accustomed to navigating the twists and turns that come with constant power struggles in our country. However, few things have impacted education as profoundly as the recent bans on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in…
Landing an interview for a teaching position is exciting—and nerve-wracking. You’ve worked hard to earn your credentials, and now it’s time to prove you’re the right fit for the classroom. The key to acing your interview? Preparation, authenticity, and passion. Read on for five of our top teacher interview tips. Teacher Interview Tips 1. Do…
Micro-Experiences in Service Learning Break Barriers to Access Ashley Mowreader Tue, 03/25/2025 – 09:00 AM Goucher College offers short-term service learning experiences to remove obstacles for students to participate in high-impact experiences. Byline(s) Ashley Mowreader Micro-Experiences in Service Learning Break Barriers to Access Ashley Mowreader Tue, 03/25/2025 – 09:00 AM Goucher College offers short-term service…
Like many schools across the country, Burlington High School in Burlington, Massachusetts began using iPads as one-to-one devices in 2011. In the years following, the school’s small IT department needed a boost, according to LeRoy Wong, who has been Burlington High School’s digital learning coach since 2016. The solution? A help-desk elective was created to…