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From Music to Marathons: How Teachers’ Personal Passions Engage and Empower their Students

June 6, 2023 by Samantha Hodes

Teachers beyond the classroom

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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The Kaleidoscope Effect: How Teachers’ Dynamic Identities Shape the Classroom

May 8, 2023 by Michelle Strom

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Do you remember that moment when you realized your teacher was more than just an educator—that they also have an identity outside of the classroom? Embracing teachers’ multidimensional identities can positively impact schools, students, and the educators themselves.

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Spark Curiosity in Middle School Science with the Claims-Evidence-Reasoning Process

March 9, 2023 by Julia Bailey

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As they engage with exciting and relatable guiding questions that connect with their day-to-day lives, students learn that everything in the world around us is science, and anyone can be a scientist. It all starts with tapping into curiosity and asking questions.

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To All the New Teachers, On Your First Day of School

August 9, 2022 by Rachel Eisenman

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It’s natural to feel all the feelings during back-to-school season—especially if you’re a first-year teacher! Take heart: We tapped seasoned educators for their advice and insights to empower you on your journey.

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Self-Reflection and Self-Assessment: 8 Ways to Help Students Take Center Stage in Their Learning

June 10, 2022 by Julia Bailey

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When we move beyond traditional assessments and rubrics, and build in everyday moments of self-reflection and self-assessment, students are empowered to think and talk about their progress with a growth mindset. These skills are crucial for a lifetime of learning.

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“We Need to Be People Again”: Educator Moms Reflect on Lessons Learned During the Pandemic

May 4, 2022 by Guest Blogger

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For educator moms, the last two years have been a delicate balancing act.

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Why Downtime Is the Best Time to Spark Creativity and STEAM Learning

April 14, 2022 by Guest Blogger

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Does a long weekend, school holiday break, or approaching summer vacation set you on a quest to plan a full lineup of activities and outings for your family? Get started with these five STEAM-focused ideas!

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Turning Around the Question: Helping Students Foster Critical Thinking and Research Skills

April 12, 2022 by Guest Blogger

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When information is abundant, what does it take to teach kids to dig deeper? Educators weigh in.

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Educator Perspectives: Empowering Teachers to Support Learner Diversity

January 20, 2022 by Guest Blogger

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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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Supporting Readers with Microsoft Immersive Reader and BrainPOP

December 1, 2021 by Julia Bailey

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We connected with two educators to learn how they’re leveraging this new feature, and the impact they’re seeing among students.

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