By embracing the power of technology, and prioritizing building background knowledge and active learning in classrooms, we can create more engaging and effective learning experiences for all students.
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Every day brings on a host of different teaching challenges, but when it comes to long term goals like literacy, engagement, and assessment readiness, don’t underestimate the power of background knowledge.
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Learn more from BrainPOPers on strategies and tips to maximize the potential for school breaks for teachers.
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Learn from BrainPOPers, who are former educators, with tips on how to capture student attention while also creating a fun, active learning environment.
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Learn from BrainPOPers with tips on how to help motivate your students to work in teams and the benefits of year-round student collaboration.
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As a new teacher, there are many things to tackle, but with supportive resources, guidance, and a little strategy, you’ll find your path and create the classroom you’ve always wanted.
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Assignment builder gives teachers the power to differentiate every lesson to ensure that students are learning in a way that is engaging, challenging, and accessible to them. Here’s how (and why) to assign a lesson on BrainPOP.
Continue ReadingIt’s Okay to Pause: 5 Ways Pause Points Maximize Learning Impact
We chatted with Dr. Barbara Hubert to uncover the real power behind BrainPOP movies’ Pause Points: the feature, rooted in research-based learning science principles, that transform background-building from passive to active learning—with just a few clicks.
Continue Reading50+ Ways to Use Concept Mapping in the Classroom
Concept mapping can be used in the classroom in so many unique ways. And we made it easier for you by listing some ideas you can start today!
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