The Flipped Classroom: A Pedagogy for Differentiating Instruction and Teaching Essential Skills
Jul 31, 2012
What might a successful flipped classroom look like? Read more to find out how the flipped classroom can benefit both students and teachers.
What Blended Learning Looks Like: Great Teachers and Proven Technology
Jun 21, 2012
Students can accomplish a lot working independently with proven technology, but teachers play a critical role in reinforcing concepts, intervening when students have difficulties, and supporting students in their learning.
Characteristics of Rapidly Improving Schools with Bill Daggett
Jun 19, 2012
Contrary to popular opinion, schools in the US are getting better at educating students for the 21st century. Find out what the most rapidly improving schools have in common from Dr. Bill Daggett, CEO of the International Center for Leadership in Education.
Using Stories to Teach: How Narrative Structure Helps Students Learn
Jun 14, 2012Stories are fun to listen to, but did you know they also help students learn? The human brain has a natural affinity for narrative structure, using the elements of story to organize information. Should you hone your storytelling skills?
Disrupting K-12 Education: Innovating Learning with Michael Horn
Jun 5, 2012
The way students learn is ever changing with the constant development of innovative technology. Learn how disruptive innovation is changing 21st century K-12 education.
How to Rekindle the Love of Learning
May 22, 2012
Research demonstrates that, in the US, the motivation to learn declines steadily from third through ninth grade. How can parents and educators help young people rekindle the love of learning?
Creating a New Culture of Teaching and Learning with Alan November
May 10, 2012
Educator Alan November discusses how focusing on information, collaboration, and empathy can create a new culture of learning in the classroom. More>>
My Favorite Teachers: Mrs. Bandy and Dr. Gerald Canter
May 8, 2012
In honor of Teacher Appreciation week, Dr. Martha Burns acknowledges the important role of teachers and shares fond memories of two teachers she’ll never forget.
No-Cost Education Webinars with Michael Horn and Dr. Virginia Mann – Register Today!
May 3, 2012
Join us for a complimentary webinar! May presenters feature educator and author Michael Horn, and Dr. Virginia Mann, professor of Cognitive Sciences at UC Irvine. Register today!
3 Tips for Encouraging Verbal Communication in Young Learners
May 1, 2012Research shows that children from rich language environments start school with an advantage over their peers. What can parents do at home to help their children succeed?
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