Plus, Making Self-Paced Learning Work for Younger Kids
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November 24, 2021

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How to Counter Learned Helplessness 

For students who have internalized a message that they’re destined to fail, promoting realistic optimism can be game-changing.

Making Self-Paced Learning Work for Younger Kids video icon

This differentiation approach frees teachers up to meet students’ needs. The result? Students only tackle material they’re ready for, and all students achieve mastery.

How Kids Can Overcome the Awkwardness of Asking for Help 

There are many reasons students don’t ask for help. Research shows there are strategies to help them overcome their reluctance. 

How Students Can Tell Their Story on the Class Bulletin Board 

Hallway bulletin boards are often created by teachers, but giving students more control nurtures their sense of belonging.

Ending Project-Based Learning Units With a Call to Action 

Generating a call to action for their audience can give students a sense of agency and have a big impact outside the classroom.

3 Math Games You Can Use in Class Today 

These games for upper elementary and middle school students require little to no preparation and reinforce math facts.

Incorporating Infographics in World Language Classes 

Visuals combined with short blurbs in the target language make infographics a valuable tool for both beginners and more advanced students.

Hiring and Supporting New Teachers 

Teachers are essential for student success, so it’s important for administrators to develop processes for selecting and supporting new faculty members.

Integrating SEL Into Writing Instruction 

A writing unit for first grade can help develop prosocial classroom behaviors, a reliable indicator of future academic success.

Understanding and Supporting Your Student With ADHD video icon

ADHD can be frustrating for both teachers and students, but coming together to find strategies that work helps your student—and your relationship—blossom.

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