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- Teaching Webinar Empowering Students Using Computational Thinking SkillsSponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Empower your students with computational thinking. Learn how to integrate these skills into your teaching and boost student engagement.
Teaching Opinion Give the Gift of Kindness: How to Create a Culture of Gratitude in Your SchoolIn the season of thanks and celebration, a middle school teacher proposes spreading a little joy through notecards.
Teaching Video Teachers, Try This: Building a Safe Space for StudentsFor many students, school is the one place where their needs are consistently met. One teacher explains how he ensures that’s the case.
Teaching Opinion Music Teachers Are Instrumental. How They Can Bring Us Together AgainComposer Scott Joplin was a musical hero not because he was on stage but because his compositions allowed others to star and to socialize.
Teaching Video Teachers, Try This: Teach Kindness Through Words and ActionsThis 4th grade teacher creates lessons and projects around showing kindness.
Teaching Opinion What Helps Teachers Do Their Best Work, According to EducatorsWhen teachers are happier and more fulfilled, their students are, too.
Teaching Download How to Build a Classroom That Supports Difficult Conversations (Downloadable)Students need opportunities to learn how to talk openly and respectfully about divisive topics. Teachers can set students up for success.
Teaching Opinion 5 Small Classroom Changes for Big RewardsMost educators know that building relationships is crucial to student learning. Small actions by teachers can help foster them.
Teaching Opinion Schools Are Often Blamed for Our Foundering Democracy. It’s Not That SimpleRegardless of who wins the election, teachers must help students see what it means to forge a collective path ahead. Here are three steps.
Teaching Opinion Post-Election Advice for the Classroom From a TeacherWhat educators can say to their students or families if they express concerns or anxiety about election-related classroom discussions.
Teaching Opinion 3 Stories About How Teachers Turned Things Around With a StudentSome students struggle with learning how to function in a classroom. With patience and understanding, teachers can change that dynamic.
Teaching Opinion The Hidden Benefits of Distraction in the ClassroomDistraction can support healthy emotional regulation—but only when properly understood. Here’s what teachers need to know.
Teaching Opinion 5 Urgent Classroom Issues for Teachers, According to Larry FerlazzoWhat educators and researchers need to know.
Teaching Opinion Struggling to Discuss the Election in Class? These 5 Steps Can HelpFor many teachers, political anxiety is the elephant in the classroom. The science of emotional intelligence can offer clarity.Teaching Spotlight Spotlight on Effective Classroom InstructionThis Spotlight explores strategies to foster an engaging classroom environment that promotes critical thinking and knowledge building.
