Plus, How My Anxiety Has Made Me a More Empathetic Teacher
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November 29, 2023

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How to Teach Students Ethical Decision-Making in Journalism Class 

With thoughtful guidance from their advisers, young journalists can learn how to proceed when it comes to writing about sensitive topics.

How My Anxiety Has Made Me a More Empathetic Teacher 

Teaching with mental health issues isn’t easy, but it can help educators connect with their students and create conditions for students with similar issues to succeed.

How to Use Universal Design for Learning to Create Assessments 

Providing elementary students with multiple means of action and expression helps ensure that teachers create equitable, valid assessments.

Helping Teens Navigate the Tricky World of Too Much Tech 

In a world where their lives are heavily ‘shared and compared,’ author Devorah Heitner offers insights on how to support teens in finding balance in their tech-heavy lives.

3 Super Engaging Ways to Integrate Technology Into Lessons for Young Readers 

Early elementary teachers can use robots and apps to develop literacy skills and boost students’ interest in reading.

Exploring Writing, Social Studies, and Math in a Map Challenge video icon

Encouraging students to bring their creativity and imagination to challenging content makes it more accessible—and helps them learn it more deeply.

Assigning More Meaningful Math Homework 

A small set of problems or even one substantial problem can be enough to supplement classroom instruction.

Governor, Gardener, Guide: An Approach to Classroom Management 

Borrowing a model developed for parents, teachers can aim to give students fewer rules and more responsibilities as they mature.

How to Provide Cost-Effective Sensory Spaces for Students 

School counselors can offer teachers a variety of tools to use in their classrooms that support students’ mental health.

Bringing the Benefits of Intergenerational Learning to School 

Collaborating with a local senior center in areas across the curriculum can enrich lessons and boost students’ social and emotional skills.

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