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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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What exactly is background knowledge, why does it matter so much, and how can you build more of it in your lessons regularly? Let’s dive in together.
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