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5 Strategies for Refocusing Your Class

Teach Hub

Keeping a class focused is one of the most challenging aspects of teaching. It feels like youre constantly in pursuit of your students attention, trying every trick in the book. And lets be honest, most of us are just plain tired of repeating Please stop talking and Eyes on me on an endless loop. Its frustrating. Youve already raised your voice more times than you wanted to.

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Gen Z Is Growing Up in Education Upheaval. How Are Teens Doing?

ED Surge

Gen Z is in an awkward phase. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. The oldest of the cohort born from 1997 to 2012 are in their mid- to late 20s and taking heat for chafing against workplace culture in ways that come off as entitled (sound familiar, millennials?). The youngest Zoomers, as theyre also known, are around 13 years old and still have years left in public school systems dealing with frequent upheavals due to federal-level uncertainty , politicization of essential servic

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How to Help Every Child Feel Like They Belong

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. I was that student who felt like I didn't fit in. Every teacher has them. And in this weeks episode, I met a principal who makes it his mission to reach those very kids. Principal Carlos Ramirez doesnt just talk about belonginghe walks students home to prove it.

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Teacher-Authors: What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog

Ask a Tech Teacher

A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month: What Should You Know About Interactive Storytelling? Here’s what I cover: What is it? How can writers use it? Advantages Disadvantages What is interactive storytelling Interactive storytelling is a growing trend that allows readers to actively participate in shaping the narrative.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

Speaker: Speakers:

Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live

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Different High School Computer Science Strands

Computer Science Teacher

A recent talk by Bjarne Stroustrup at Stanford has sparked some conversation in the Computer Science Educators Facebook group. The talk itself doesnt seem to be available but it was reported online at The Stanford Daily - C++ creator Bjarne Stroustrup reimagines how coding is taught There is a lot there and I agree with some things in the article and disagree with others.

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Uncertified Teachers in Texas? 56% of new teachers. The Impact & Solution

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Imagine sending your child to school only to find out their teacher has never been trained. No coursework. No classroom experience. Just passionand a paycheck. Jacob Kirksey found that students lose an average of three months when placed with an uncertified new teacher.

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Navigating How and When to Use Tech When Teaching Young Children

Ask a Tech Teacher

New America has a good overview on raising kids with tech: Navigating How and When to Use Tech When Teaching Young Children Take-Aways from Our Two-Part Series Focused On Tablets in Pre-K Through Third Grade Early childhood educators make thousands of decisions each day. Among them are decisions around technology use with their young learners, which are too often shaped by policies and pedagogies that lag behind the latest research and the abundance of available options.

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How to run CREST Awards: Teacher Guides

All About STEM

CREST can bring a new sense of curiosity and discovery to learners! The CREST Awards scheme is a programme for young people, providing a flexible STEM project framework that engages and inspires 3 to 19 year olds.

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Using Scaffolding to Meet Rigorous Expectations

Middle Web

In "Scaffolding for Success" Blackburn and Miles explore the intricacies of educational scaffolding, offering educators a comprehensive framework to design supportive learning environments that enhance student engagement, learning and achievement, writes Melinda Stewart. The post Using Scaffolding to Meet Rigorous Expectations first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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News Roundup: What’s the Latest in Edtech and AI Right Now?

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. There is so much news happening now. I'm personally finding some of the voices I follow to be useful. Their commentary on happenings assists me. I decided to return to a format I often used a decade ago. (Yes, my blog is almost 20 years old!

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Applying for a Military Academy

Ask a Tech Teacher

Military academies offer benefits most high school students and their parents don’t realize: the quality of education is comparable to an Ivy League they not only provide you with an education, but provide a job when you finish–no job hunting, no rejections, they pay you to go to school–that’s right, each of the four years, you are paid more to attend classes and complete the other activities required to graduate they are free–no charge for classes, books, room and

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How to Get Your Classes to Create Better Student Projects

Teach Hub

If you constantly flip through project after project and everything starts to feel the same, whether its a diorama, slideshow, tri-fold board, or even a digital presentation, when it lacks creativity, it becomes forgettable fast. When projects feel like they are merely checking off boxes instead of sparking curiosity, students miss out on meaningful learning.

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5 Ways Leaders Provide Stability Amid Confusion

Middle Web

We are living in an uncertain time with significant stress on institutions, including schools. Leaders play a critical role in helping their school community weather change and continue their commitment to serving each student. Williamson and Blackburn offer actionable advice. The post 5 Ways Leaders Provide Stability Amid Confusion first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Harnessing The Power Of Math Manipulatives

Mathematics, a subject steeped in abstract concepts, often poses challenges to students, especially those in grades 5-10. But imagine a bridge that transformed this intricate maze into an interactive adventure.

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Teaching Math in 2025: Dan Meyer on Tools, Trends, and True Engagement

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Dan Meyer has long been a powerful voice for how to teach math in engaging ways. In today's “edtech tool Tuesday,” he starts the show with a shocking assertion. These are very powerful devices. They can be used to powerfully dull a students mind.

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Unlocking Potential: How Project-Based Learning Transforms Education

Defined Learning

Explore how project-based learning transforms education by engaging students in meaningful, collaborative work that showcases their strengths and fosters essential life skills. Through real classroom experiences, Melissa Antinoff, Gifted and Talented Teacher in Lumberton Township School District, highlights how PBL benefits both gifted and special education students while also reducing teacher burnout and workload.

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How to Make Math Fun and Interesting

Teach Hub

Lets be honest, math doesnt have the best reputation. Its been one of the most disliked school subjects for decades. According to this survey , 42% of Americans disliked math classes during their K-12 education. But why? For many, math feels like swimming upstream. It requires thinking, theres usually a right and wrong answer (no gray areas), and there are so many different formulas and calculations to keep track of.

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Combat the "Summer Slide" through STEAM Enrichment

PCS Edventures

Say Goodbye to Summer Learning Loss with Exciting STEAM Camps! Summer break is on the horizon, and while kids are dreaming of fun in the sun, educators and parents often think about the "summer slide," that sneaky dip in academic progress. But what if we could flip the script and make summer a time of discovery and growth? Enter STEAM enrichment camps your secret weapon for keeping young minds engaged and learning, all while having a blast!

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Fun Grammar Strategies That Actually Work

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Grammar can be tough to teach. I've heard some teachers say that it can't be fun. On the contrary, my remarkable teacher friend! Patty McGee is just a joy. She finds a way to make grammar fun and even suggests grammar manipulatives.

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Five-Minute Activities to Enrich Math Class

Middle Web

Teacher Michelle Russell likes to have some short activities on hand, in case she needs to fill extra time during math class. Here she shares several fun fillers that are easy to access, don't require prep, and increase students math fluency, logic skills, or number sense. The post Five-Minute Activities to Enrich Math Class first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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How to Plan a Magical Family Literacy Night

Carly and Adam

Are you ready to plan an engaging Family Literacy Night ? Imagine an evening filled with imagination, laughter, and the magic of stories coming to life, where families journey together through a series of interactive reading and writing adventures. Children and adults move from one engaging station to the next, discovering the power of words, characters, and creativity.

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OTT 241 When Stories Come Alive: How Makerspace Activities Deepen Reading Comprehension

Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

What if the pages of a book could literally come to life in a child's hands? That's the transformative power of combining makerspace activities with reading—a strategy that's changing how kids experience stories.

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Money Smart Kids: Financial Literacy Starts Early

STEM for Kids

Raleigh, NC USA 4/21/2025 Happy Financial Literacy Month! April is Financial Literacy Montha national initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of managing money wisely and building strong financial habits. Despite living in one of the most advanced economies in the world, only 17% of U.S. adults report taking a personal finance class in high school , leaving the vast majority of youth unprepared to manage their money, budget, or make smart financial decisions.

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Apr 25, Digital SAT Math Problems and Solutions (Part - 150)

Online Math for All

Digital SAT Math Problems and Solutions (Part - 150)

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Father's mental health can impact children for years

K-12 Education News

Five-year-olds exposed to paternal depression are more likely to have behavioral issues in grade school, researchers find.

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Why Deeper Learning? 6 Competencies EVERY Student Needs to Succeed

Defined Learning

The term "deeper learning" is taking over today's educational landscape. Learn what deeper learning is, how it meaningfully engages students preparing them for success beyond the classroom, and how you can incorporate deeper learning into your classroom.

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Which Fraction is Larger? Fraction Worksheet

MooMoo Math & Science

Comparing Fractions Fractions can be compared by finding a common denominator to make comparison easier. Finding a Common Denominator To compare fractions, rename them using a common denominator, which involves multiplying the numerator and denominator of each fraction. Comparing Numerators After renaming fractions with a common denominator, compare the numerators; the fraction with the larger numerator is the larger fraction.

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Apr 22, Digital SAT Math Problems and Solutions (Part - 148)

Online Math for All

Digital SAT Math Problems and Solutions (Part - 148)

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Study shows addressing working memory can help students with math difficulty improve word problem-solving skills

K-12 Education News

Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks. Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, assess its role in word-problem solving and if interventions could boost it and thereby improve their word problem solving skills. Results showed that improving working memory helped both students with and without math difficulties and can help educators more effectively by helping teach the science of