Student Engagement
What strategies really work to involve students in their own learning? Discover and share ideas.
Using Driving Questions to Propel Literacy Skills
When projects begin with a compelling question that students investigate over time, curiosity can spark the drive to read.711A Hip-Hop Song Inspires a New Path to Engagement
A middle school teacher explains how she gamified assignments and saw a dramatic increase in student motivation.523Even Older Kids Should Have Time to Read in Class
If the goal is to develop lifelong readers, students need time in class to practice—and learn to enjoy—reading.3.3kNew Research Makes a Powerful Case for PBL
Two new gold-standard studies provide compelling evidence that project-based learning is an effective strategy for all students—including historically marginalized ones.2.9kWhy Students Should Write in All Subjects
Writing improves learning by consolidating information in long-term memory, researchers explain. Plus, five engaging writing activities to use in all subjects.13.6kAre We Teaching the Math Kids Need?
Every child possesses vast mathematics potential, says Jo Boaler, Stanford University mathematics professor and best-selling author—but for them to access it, we need to rethink how we teach math.7.8kWhy Are Some Kids Thriving During Remote Learning?
Though remote learning has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?68.5kStrategies to Encourage Students to Turn Their Cameras On
Incorporating SEL approaches, playing games, and giving students options can inspire them to show their faces.21kA Daily Ritual That Builds Trust and Community Among Students
An activity that encourages students to open up about a person close to them can bring a whole class together in profound ways.9.5kUsing Read-Alouds to Improve Older Elementary Students’ Literacy Skills
A daily read-aloud can help build community and show reluctant readers how to approach a text.1.6k13 Virtual Games to Play in Your Elementary Classroom
From scavenger hunts to Pictionary, we’ve gathered a batch of virtual games to get students talking, laughing, and engaging with peers.8.8kHow to Spark Engagement in Math With Pictures
A popular strategy, using pictures in math class gives students another way to access math concepts and can spark great conversations.3.8kA Teacher Appreciation Week for the Ages
When schools abruptly closed due to Covid-19, teachers figured out how to make remote learning work. This week, as the nation expresses its gratitude, we recap the emotional journey.27.3kHow ‘Among Us’ Helps Students Master Argumentative Writing
In the popular online strategy game, students make claims, listen to counterclaims, and reach a conclusion—skills they need to write a strong argumentative essay.2.2kA Student-Centered Model of Blended Learning
When educators at a Washington, DC, high school ditched their lectures and devised a self-paced blended learning model, their students thrived.53.3k