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Artificial Intelligence Opinion Why AI Hasn’t Transformed Math Instruction (and Probably Won’t)
When it comes to teaching, there are a few things AI can't do well, says this curriculum developer.
Rick Hess
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Reading & Literacy Opinion How Graphic Novels Can Bring Joy to Reading Instruction
Here's how teachers are using comic books and nonfiction graphic novels in literacy instruction.
Larry Ferlazzo
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Artificial Intelligence Letter to the Editor Train Teachers on AI? It’s Not That Simple
A letter to the editor shares what he thinks is the best way to prepare teachers.
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Federal Opinion We Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Federal Overreach and Abandonment in K-12
Why is federal power being used to occupy our cities but not protect our students’ civil rights?
Sally Iverson
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Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Is Your School’s SEL Strategy Working? The Questions Every Educator Should Ask
The evidence for social and emotional learning is strong, but the field is messy.
Christina Cipriano
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5 min read
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Mathematics Opinion 3 Big Changes My School Is Making to Boost Math Achievement
It’s time for math educators to look inward to keep what's working and fix what's not.
Mark Miller
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5 min read
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School & District Management Opinion The One Word That Educators Can Use to Reclaim Their Joy
The work may not change, but your perspective can.
S. Kambar Khoshaba
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3 min read
A school leader changes their perspective and focuses on the positive parts of their career.
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