Beyond just being an effective educational tool, Make-a-Movie harnesses the innate human love for stories, allowing students to become not just consumers but creators.
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Every time students go online, whether it’s for homework, games, or research, they’re joining a big digital world. But it’s not just about using the internet; it’s about using it the right way.
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Digital citizens don’t grow overnight. However, when making BrainPOP part of your everyday instruction, you can trust that you are setting the foundation for your students to practice the skills they need to navigate their world successfully–both in real life and online.
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Ensuring students master essential literacy skills in the digital world is not just about making them good readers, but responsible digital citizens who can make informed decisions in a connected world.
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Simple technology solutions can be a powerful ally in creating a more inclusive and engaging classroom environment. It’s all about offering choices to foster differentiated learning so all types of students can perform at their peak ability on any given day. Check out these tips and tools of the trade from one of our Certified BrainPOP Educators.
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There may be multiple theories on the best way to improve student’s literacy skills, but one thing is for sure: no matter the subject, students learn best when they see themselves reflected in learning.
Continue ReadingThe Best Lesson You’ll Ever Teach is Tomorrow’s with BrainPOP’s New Insights Reports
With BrainPOP’s new Insights Reports, shaping tomorrow’s lessons has never been more time-efficient or more impactful. Deliver meaningful learning experiences to students and get one step closer to going home on time with BrainPOP’s latest data tools.
Continue ReadingBrainPOP IRL: Cross-Curricular Literacy
Discover how Mason Nichols, a reading interventionist, creatively integrates BrainPOP to cultivate literacy skills across subjects. Explore his innovative strategies and insights for seamless, engaging, skill-enriching learning experiences.
Continue ReadingHumor in the Classroom: The Serious Benefits
There are many ways to build humor and levity into learning with serious benefits for students and teachers alike, so don’t mistake the classroom filled with giggles as lacking rigor.
Continue ReadingFrom Music to Marathons: How Teachers’ Personal Passions Engage and Empower their Students
Every teacher brings unique interests, skills, and perspectives into the classroom. We connected with a group of educators to learn how their extracurricular pursuits have enriched their teaching practice, while instilling lifelong lessons in their students.
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