Eight years ago I began this regular feature where I share a few posts and resources from around the Web related to ESL/EFL or to language in general that have caught my attention. You might also be interested in THE BEST RESOURCES, ARTICLES & BLOG POSTS FOR TEACHERS OF ELLS IN 2021. Also, check out…
There are over 4,000 universities and colleges in the United States employing over 1.5 million faculty, over half of which are either tenured or on tenure track. The National Center for Educational Statistics estimates that there are 160,000 assistant professors at any one time, so given the approximate time to tenure, it is therefore reasonable…
Educators at the Oakland (CA) Unified School District have created an open-source curriculum for SIFE students. It’s called Curriculum for SIFE Equity. You can read more about it at a recent Ed Source article, How Oakland Unified is helping immigrant students fill education gaps. I’m adding it to The Best Online Resources For Teachers…
You know it when you see it” is an axiom that has been applied to rigorous educational experiences. And there is truth to this sentiment. When the classroom is humming along and teachers and students have high expectations for learning, combined with the support to achieve greatness, rigor seems self-evident. It’s obvious that learning will…
BOSTON (Feb. 5, 2025) – Lexia Aspire Professional Learning, a science of reading-based professional learning solution from Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand, has been awarded the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Accreditation Seal. This recognition comes as part of the IDA’s Program Review and Accreditation initiative, which promotes the systematic evaluation and continuous improvement…
High school science teacher Melissa Higgason recently shared a few tips and tricks for using one of her favorite Khanmigo tools, the Lesson Hook feature. Melissa says, “This tool has revolutionized how I prepare lessons and interact with my students.” Free up time for meaningful interaction We know how valuable your time is. Between lesson…
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Yesterday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at barring transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports, a move he says will protect fairness in competition. “The war on women’s sports is over,” Trump declared during a signing ceremony held in the White House East Room on Wednesday, surrounded by women and girls who…
Over and over, President Donald Trump and his colleagues have pointed to the U.S. Education Department as a poster child for government overreach. In fact, Republicans have been calling for the department’s dissolution ever since its birth. That effort reached a new level this week, as the president began exploring dramatic cuts to programs and…
Incorporating Black History Month in your classroom effectively means going beyond surface-level celebrations and weaving Black history, culture, and contributions into daily learning. Below we provide some impactful ways (and resources) you can do this. Incorporating Black History Month in Your Classroom 1. Integrate Black History Across Subjects 2. Use Primary Sources 3. Highlight Contemporary Black Leaders 4. Encourage…