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Continue ReadingTeacher Growth and Development: Creating Opportunities for All Teachers to Grow
Learn more from the BrainPOP team on some teacher growth and development ideas you can start today.
Continue ReadingWhy Background Knowledge is an Essential Part of Literacy Learning
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.
Continue Reading3 Ways School Administrators Can Invest in Teachers
We could all use a little support, and teachers are no exception. Read on to learn more from BrainPOP on how can school admins support teachers year-round.
Continue ReadingTop Ten Ways to Show Teacher and Staff Appreciation Year-Round
Every school year, districts, schools, parents, and students come together to show teacher’s appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week. Learn more from BrainPOP with tips on how to show teacher and staff appreciation year-round.
Continue ReadingHow School Administrators Can Avoid Burnout
We’re here to help school administrators and teachers avoid burnout and stress year-round. Check out this BrainPOP article on how administrators can avoid burnout and tips to stay supported through the school year.
Continue ReadingIn the POP Seat with Digital Promise’s Jean-Claude Brizard: “Every Child is a Work of Art. Create a Masterpiece.”
Jean-Claude Brizard is optimistic that the definition of “success” is expanding. As president and CEO of nonprofit Digital Promise, he is laser focused on cultivating the full spectrum of human potential. “In the POP Seat” is an education thought leadership series brought to you by BrainPOP.
Continue ReadingIn the POP Seat: ISTE and ASCD’s Richard Culatta Talks “Bringing Our Best” for Kids
If you run in education innovation circles, Richard Culatta, the former high school teacher and present day CEO of ISTE and ASCD, is a familiar voice on everything from digital citizenship to the future of learning. Through his work he remains ever mindful that kids are our most important stakeholders—and a joyful learning experience is the end goal. “In the POP Seat” is an education thought leadership series brought to you by BrainPOP.
Continue ReadingLet Academic Language Be Your Classroom Participation Superpower
To truly internalize new vocabulary, students need tools that allow them to practice authentically. BrainPOP’s many research-based learning activities allow them to leverage their new vocabulary to build meaning and express their thoughts.
Continue ReadingHow Social and Emotional Learning Contributes to Student Equity
BrainPOP offers a collection of topics teachers can assign that address social and emotional learning, such as Mindfulness, Conflict Resolution, and more.
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