BrainPOP Director of STEM Learning Design—and former science teacher—Michelle Newstadt, Ph.D., has seen inquiry-based learning ignite students’ curiosity.
Continue ReadingIn the POP Seat: A Common Sense Approach to Media with Kelly Mendoza, Ph.D.
When it comes to developing a healthy relationship with media and technology, Kelly Mendoza, VP of education programs at nonprofit Common Sense Education, believes in starting young. “In the POP Seat” is an education thought leadership series brought to you by BrainPOP.
Continue ReadingOn the Road with BrainPOP Science: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Middle School Science Education
Partnering with early adopter districts has enabled the BrainPOP Science team to customize support for districts’ rigorous needs as they navigate shifting teaching environments. Additionally, this feedback is directly informing ongoing product development and enhancements.
Continue ReadingPassing the Torch: Leading a People-First Culture Into the Future
Building an empowering and inspiring organizational culture is both an art and a science—the product of hundreds of decisions made over time and in close partnership among many individuals. Kavita Vora and Maya Kadar Kovalsky share lessons from their work cultivating an employee-centric workplace at BrainPOP.
Continue ReadingSay Hello to Pause Points, a New Way to Experience BrainPOP Movies
Students now have a new opportunity to stop, think, and express their ideas about what they’re learning on BrainPOP—making movie-viewing a truly interactive experience in your classroom.
Continue ReadingCreating Shared Learning Moments: The Power of Family Co-Viewing
Some of the richest discoveries can happen through the conversations that BrainPOP movies inspire.
Continue Reading3 Ways Educators Can Become Edtech Managers — In Their Classrooms
A former school principal and teacher turned BrainPOPper shares strategies for cultivating classroom innovation by focusing on research, design thinking, and 21st-century skills.
Continue ReadingWhat Can Kids Learn from the Mindset of Paralympic Champions?
Resilience, perseverance, endurance—barrier-breaking athletes have a lot to teach our kids.
Continue Reading5 BrainPOP Movies That Celebrate Black Joy for Black History Month
BrainPOP senior social media manager Brittany Minor reflects on the personal significance of sharing Black history and culture with her young children. She spotlights her family’s favorite BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr. movies to inspire others to celebrate and learn together—all year!
Continue ReadingEducator Perspectives: Empowering Teachers to Support Learner Diversity
How can we support educators to leverage students’ strengths, engage their interests, and meet varying learning needs? Two educators share their experience and insights.
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