We asked teachers for their favorite ways to start class. Nearly 400 responded—here are some of their best ideas.

In a media landscape overrun with slick data visualizations, students must develop the skills to scrutinize what’s presented ...

High school teachers can encourage students to reflect on meaningful experiences to spark authentic writing. Sign up for ...

Middle and high school students benefit from having time to review and reflect on feedback on their formative assessment ...

Go-to strategies from veteran teachers for maintaining a ‘responsive, not reactive’ approach to classroom conflict.

Students may generate questions that are off-topic or not scientifically useful if given too much latitude in inquiry-based ...

Attention in the teen brain follows biological rules, and teachers can work with them to help ensure that students learn.

Practicing instructional moves promotes fluency and automaticity of content and explanations in a safe environment focused on ...

Students are better able to engage with and solve complex problems when they view themselves as capable mathematicians.

Organizing elementary students in yearlong groups is an effective way to guide them to manage their behavior and rely on each ...

Negative reinforcements (docking points), bribes (candy), and angry rants didn’t help this teacher get students to do their ...

One thing you can count on with high school students is that they crave connection and social acceptance. Along with a desire ...