8 Closing Activities to Wrap Up a Lesson

Ensure that the work of today doesn’t fade away with these engaging closure exercises that check for understanding, clear up misconceptions, and lock in learning.

Constructive feedback from colleagues helps new teachers identify areas of strength and growth and develop strategies to achieve their goals.

Journalist Emily Hanford, creator of the hit podcast ‘Sold a Story,’ on the national reckoning around how we teach kids to read in schools—and where we’re still getting it wrong.

Early childhood educators can use a series of fun catchphrases during the first week of school to teach students some ground rules.

Solving a whodunit on the first day of school builds community—and introduces students to valuable skills in a historian’s tool kit.

Effective communication with parents and students is essential and should be established at the start of the school year.

Making small changes to your classroom, assessment practices, and curriculum can help students of all gender identities feel included.

Regular chances to give feedback can help high school students feel like they have a voice in the class, increasing engagement and buy-in.

By asking families to visit the classroom to share their language and traditions, this school creates a sense of community and connection for all students.

These tips from an experienced English language learning specialist can help you prepare for your first year.