Remove Elementary Remove Flexibility Remove Math Remove Student Engagement
article thumbnail

How to Differentiate Instruction in Elementary Math

Cool Cat Teacher

Young children have many different ability levels with math concepts. Understandably, kindergarten and elementary teachers need to reach every student where they are on their learning journey, but it isn't always easy. The free differentiation tool to help students level up and learn. eSpark is free forever for teachers.

article thumbnail

Differentiating Instruction in Kindergarten and Elementary Grades with Laura Robb

Cool Cat Teacher

Furthermore, kindergarten and elementary grades are fundamental. The free differentiation tool to help students level up and learn. EXTENDED EPISODE - Episode #791- The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast Differentiating Reading Instruction in Kindergarten through Elementary Laura Robb, Reading Expert. eSpark is free forever for teachers.

educators

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Marvelous Mazes – 4 Projects for Elementary Students

Teachers are Terrific

Creating mazes is a perfect way to keep students engaged. It’s easy-prep and students love designing them! winwin A few years ago I had a great idea about having students complete a STEM Challenge to create mazes from boxes and paper. When the task is completed they receive a math problem. They LOVED it!

article thumbnail

How Has the Pandemic Changed the Way Educators Think About Homework?

ED Surge

Studies show that the pandemic caused a drop in test scores in reading and math, with the students who were already struggling showing the largest declines. They’re providing additional flexibility, assigning and grading less homework in light of the pandemic. But educators disagree about how they should respond.

Education 332
article thumbnail

7 Ways to Make Worksheets Engaging and Effective: The Ultimate Guide

Cool Cat Teacher

However, we can all take the worksheets we do have and transform them from mere busywork as we reimagine them into dynamic, engaging learning experiences. Teachers should gradually incorporate these strategies into their teaching to enhance student engagement and learning. Let's get started. Stream by clicking here.

Math 218
article thumbnail

STEM, STEAM, or STREAM? What is the Difference?

Carly and Adam

Some educators feel strongly about the acronym, while others think more flexibly. It doesn’t matter what you call it , as long as you are prioritizing the needs and interests of your students. STEM Science, technology, engineering, and math takes an integrated approach, creating connections across subject areas. So, Which One?

STEM 98
article thumbnail

Does Science Still Have a Seat at the Table?

STEM Next

My students and I had been sent home for the rest of the school year. The potatoes we were growing in Martian soil had withered, and so had the student engagement. And I worried just how much my students were learning. I’m hopeful that the pandemic hasn’t affected science like it did math and ELA, but I’m also a realist.

Science 111