Moving instruction outdoors is something that teachers and students both enjoy. Beyond just providing a welcome change of scenery and a break from the usual routine, research has shown that outdoor learning offers a number of benefits to learners. Benefits of Outdoor Instruction While educators may want to embrace outdoor lessons, the challenge of […]
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A Season for Smiles: The Joy of Teaching
Coming off of the excitement of the holidays and heading into the second half of the year can be a tough time for teachers to maintain enthusiasm and motivation. This makes it a great time of year to revisit the teaching moments that make us smile and bring us joy. We invite you to […]
Del Mar Academy Case Study
Colorado district teams with School Specialty to furnish and equip a $60M facility from end to end. Jennifer Murtha, principal of Del Mar Academy in Aurora, Colorado, had a vision for what she wanted the new school’s learning environments to look like and how they would function. “I wanted a less institutional look and […]
Taking a Balanced Approach Between EdTech and Hands-on
School districts nationwide are investing in mobile devices, electronic learning tools, interactive touch screens, 3D printers, virtual reality headsets, digital content, robotics kits, and other age-appropriate EdTech tools in an effort to transform teaching and learning. But simply adding technology alone won’t change the nature of instruction. There needs to be a balance between […]
Diego Napoles on Managing Teaching, Social Media, and Family Life
In this seventh episode of Season 2, host Nancy Chung sits down with the inspiring Diego Napoles. Diego is a fourth-grade teacher from Southern California who has taken the education world by storm on social media as @mr_napoles. Known for his engaging content and innovative teaching strategies, Diego has become an inspirational figure among […]
Collaborative Classroom Makeover: Maximizing Engagement
Spark Creativity, Boost Participation, and Create an Environment Where Every Student Thrives In this episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung dives into the transformative world of collaborative classrooms with special guest Dr. Sue Ann Highland, a National Education Strategist from School Specialty. This episode is packed with inspiring insights that will help […]
Empowering Curiosity: Implementing a Core Science Curriculum Students Love
The demand for scientific literacy grows each year, and educators are tasked with finding engaging ways to spark curiosity and cultivate understanding among young learners. The core science curriculum is at the foundation of this effort, and the implementation of curricula is a significant task for any school district. At Grand Forks Public Schools […]
5 Ways to Design Inclusive Learning Environments for All Students
It’s a fundamental right that every child should have the same opportunity for a high-quality education and the same chance to learn and thrive in school as their peers—regardless of their capabilities, challenges, family circumstances, language, or ethnicity. For this to happen, the school environment must feel safe and welcoming for all students, which […]
Nature Journaling with Expert John Muir Laws
One warm morning, as I sat on my front porch, I heard an odd, loud, piercing cry. Soon, a medium-sized hawk flew to the top of the house across the street. It was hard to look away, but I decided I had to try to get my camera to capture the moment. Of course, […]
Summer Science at Home with Nature Journaling
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about summer science at home and nature journaling! Host Tom Racine talks with John Muir Laws, a principal innovator in the global nature journaling movement, as well as curriculum specialist and educator Erica Beck Spencer. Episode Summary Tom talks with John Muir Laws […]
Student Engagement with Hands-on Science
This month on It’s Time for Science, we talked about student engagement with a special guest. Host Tom Racine interviewed award-winning science communicator Maynard Okereke, the Hip Hop MD. Episode Summary Tom talks with Maynard about the importance of staying curious and keeping students and ourselves engaged. They discuss why you don’t need to […]
Math Intervention: Celebrating Each Success
Educators know all too well how crucial math skills are for academic success. Yet, for some students, math is a stumbling block that derails learning and erodes confidence. Gaps in foundational math skills can extend beyond just that subject and affect a student’s overall academic performance and self-confidence. This is when high-quality math interventions […]
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