Online education, in some capacity, is here to stay. It has become a significant alternative for many districts and for many different reasons. As teachers, administrators, and students adjust and consider online teaching possibilities alongside in-person classrooms, many resources are available to help smooth out some of the inevitable bumps. We’ve compiled a list […]
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Active Learning Increases Student Engagement. Here’s How to Design Powerful Active Learning Environments
As this recent blog post indicates, active learning is a key strategy for increasing student engagement. Here’s how to design active learning environments that lead to deeper engagement in the learning process. According to Cornell University’s Center for Teaching Innovation, “Active learning methods ask students to fully participate in their learning by thinking, discussing, […]
4 STEAM/STEM Activity Ideas for Elementary Students
How do we get our children to be more engaged and creative? Many parents and educators ask this question. It becomes particularly difficult to answer when the day winds down, and kids want to turn off their brains and turn on their screens. But mixing some brain-stimulating activities that integrate STEAM/STEM time into your […]
Time In Breaks For At-Home Learning
Do you have a child that has a meltdown around the same time every day? Having trouble with a kid who does not do well with recent at home learning changes? Are you a parent that feels you have to overuse the “Time Out” chair? You may have a child that has challenges with […]
Engaging At-Home Activities for Kids
When you’re in charge of giving kids something to do, it’s nice to always have something creative in your back pocket. Whether they’re stuck inside, or antsy from staring at a screen all day, these creative and fun at home activities will keep kids engaged and entertained. Easy At-Home Arts & Crafts: If you […]
Expert Tips on Grant Evaluation
To make the most of any grant money you receive, you need to have a plan for what you want to accomplish and how the received funds will help you achieve it. Unsurprisingly, the people you ask for the money also want to know these answers before they grant it to you. That’s why, […]
Flexible Furnishings for the Modern Learning Environment
When it comes to creating a multi-faceted learning environment, the right furniture can transform your classroom, STEM lab, cafeteria, commons, or other areas. Whether it’s updating a few pieces or redesigning an entire room, innovative furnishings will provide the foundation you need to engage students and facilitate every style of learning. Take a peek […]
Shhh, Here’s a Secret to Help You Create More Inclusive Learning Environments
As we’ve noted before, students with sensory processing disorders can be overly sensitive to certain classroom stimuli, such as touch, lights, and sounds. For these students, being able to focus and learn effectively can be a challenge. When students become over-stimulated, they need a quiet place where they can calm and regulate their emotions […]
Lighting and Acoustics Play a Key Role in Creating Inclusive Classrooms
An estimated 7.5 million students receive special education or related services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), and one in 36 has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Educators are tasked with creating inclusive classrooms to meet diverse learning needs and ensure all students achieve high standards. Classroom design elements, such as […]
This Simple Strategy Can Increase Student Engagement for All Learners
In any classroom, there are always at least a few students who just can’t sit still. They’re constantly fidgeting, or twisting in their seat, or rocking their chair back and forth—and all the while, they’re having trouble focusing on the lesson at hand. For decades, the instinct of many teachers has been to stifle […]
Three Keys to Inspiring Student Creativity
Cultivating creativity by integrating a hands-on, constructivist approach to learning within classrooms or makerspaces is critical for students’ success. Here are the three basic elements teachers will need to get started. Tools and materials For students to become creators and innovators, they need raw materials to work with and tools to bring their vision […]
Three Collaborative Learning Tips That Will Transform Your Classrooms
Communicating expectations, teaching students how to work together effectively, and designing classrooms with flexibility in mind are key starting points for implementing collaborative learning effectively. Here are three additional strategies for success. Be strategic in forming groups Students typically want to choose their own partners. For some activities, that’s perfectly fine. For others, it’s […]
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