A widely cited 2007 study claimed that teachers greeting students at the classroom door led to a 27 percentage point increase in academic engagement. The problem? It included just three students. Now ...

Teachers can use students’ natural curiosity about animals to create lessons focused on mathematical concepts and science ...

Fun, easy ways to connect with another classroom across the world, including a virtual school tour or postcard exchange.

A classic strategy called dyad reading—matching up students with different skill levels to read out loud in unison—helps both ...

Teachers can move beyond conjugation charts to help students recognize verb patterns, build literacy skills, and engage ...

One-on-one talks allow teachers to build relationships with students while providing thoughtful feedback on their personal ...

In this first-day-of-school activity, students and teachers collaborate to create classroom norms and set goals.

A veteran educator breaks down a bunch of little things you might not think of, like where to park and why you should keep ...

Teachers can reduce the amount of late work they need to chase down and ensure that students get the feedback they need to ...

Watching a colleague implement an instructional practice with students is a highly effective way for the observers to learn ...

When middle students feel welcome at school and academically capable, they’re in a better position to achieve long-term ...

High school students are better prepared to take academic risks throughout the year when they feel a sense of belonging right ...