Plus, Using AI to Help Organize Lesson Plans
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March 22, 2023

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Why the 100-Point Grading Scale Is a Stacked Deck 

What to do about a 100-point grading system with a troubling history—and inherent flaws that carry over into the present day.

Using AI to Help Organize Lesson Plans 

Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT can help educators find activities that are set up to teach designated skills.

10 Powerful Ways to End Your Lessons 

Instead of cleaning up or going over homework assignments, try these creative activities that can help students make sense of new material—and have fun in the process.

2 Ways to Encourage Better Note-Taking 

Do your high school students think that taking notes during class means writing down everything you say? You can teach them effective note-taking skills that increase their engagement.

Creating Opportunities for Unstructured Play video icon

When schools make space for free play in a natural environment, students are left to their own devices to build, create, and problem-solve—and the benefits continue once they are back in the classroom.

Using the Reggio Emilia ‘Image of the Child’ in Your Classroom 

Any preschool teacher can use this concept to help build strong connections with students and create authentic learning experiences.

Teaching the Writer’s Craft With Micro Mentor Texts 

Penny Kittle shares a lesson plan that uses very short mentor texts to foster students’ love of writing and confidence in their work.

Bridging Foundational Reading Gaps in Middle School 

An intense program in phonological awareness can help middle school students who are struggling to keep up with reading.

Teaching Black History Beyond Bondage—All Year Long 

By studying the rich history of West Africa, stories of resistance to oppression, and the contributions of the African diaspora, students can develop a complex understanding of Black history.

6 Steps to Protect Student Data Privacy 

Many apps used in schools compromise student data. Here’s one way schools and districts can develop a comprehensive plan to keep that information safe.

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