“Why do we have to learn this?” “When am I ever going to use this?” You might dread hearing these....
What it is This partner strategy allows students to work together to solve a problem or respond to a question.....
Philosophical Chairs is a versatile and engaging student discussion strategy. If your students are a little restless at the end....
Have you ever put hours into planning a new unit, feeling excited about the content and activities, only to have....
Flip It is a great strategy for both students and adults! Turn negative thoughts into positives, and end with specific....
Teaching reading skills is HARD WORK. No matter the grade level or subject area, every teacher needs effective ways to....
Building rich class discussions is HARD! And in a virtual environment, getting students to click that “unmute” button can feel....
BIG WORK FOR SMALL GAINS Student engagement for teachers is like light speed for space travelers. It isn’t a question....
MY STUDENTS JUST DON’T CARE! We’ve all been there, right? Well, I’ve certainly been there! From little to no class....
What is it? A digital discussion forum is a great alternative to in-class discussions. Students type their responses, and all....