Teacher Development
High-quality teaching is vital for student success. Explore elements of effective professional development and leadership critical for growing and supporting great teachers.
The Benefits of Developing a Reflective Routine
Teachers who take time daily to reflect on what worked in class and what didn’t can better assess areas for improvement and begin to make necessary adjustments.991Strategies to Help New Teachers Thrive
School leaders can guide new teachers to success by gathering feedback and then sharing tailored resources. Chatting over coffee goes a long way, too.743Good Teaching Is Not Just About the Right Practices
In a series of interviews with master teachers, a reporter finds that certain intangible qualities matter more than the best tactics.4.5kThe Power of Being Seen
How well do you know your students? In a Nevada school, a simple strategy pushes teachers to look beyond the lessons.67kHomework: How Much Is Too Much?
Homework has benefits, but the research is clear: there are real consequences to assigning too much.55.9k11 Questions You’ll Be Asked at a Teaching Interview
Commonly asked interview questions you can anticipate—plus tips and links to resources you can tap as you polish your answers.24.1kMaking Sure Each Child Is Known
A middle school in Nevada uses a simple strategy to build deeper connections between teachers and students.62kStrategies for Working Efficiently When Teaching Online
Teaching in distance and hybrid models is time-consuming, so teachers need to make sure they use their time well.2.8kRevising Your Teaching Philosophy for This Crisis
For many teachers, their statement of teaching beliefs no longer matches their work. Revisiting and simplifying it can help chart a path forward.7.2kUnraveling the Myths Around Reading and Dyslexia
Teachers are seeking new training to understand the brain science around dyslexia, the most commonly reported disability among children.16.1kWhy Teachers of Color Matter for Students of Color to Succeed
Research shows that having a teacher of color can help students of color reach better outcomes; but the benefits extend to all young people, preparing them to live and work in an increasingly diverse society.5.3kFor Teachers: Summer Reading During Turbulent Times
Influenced by the pandemic and social unrest, two teachers recommend books to read this summer on topics like wrestling with loss, addressing inequity, and recharging for the school year ahead.5.3kThe Value of Setting a Clear School Vision This Year
Leaders who remind their staff of the school’s vision and focus on established goals can build capacity for the future.1.3k15 Characteristics of a 21st-Century Teacher
A teacher reflects on our changing society and how change informs what teaching is like today.28.1k