Save your spot by January 23rd. Taught by Professor Jennifer Bonnell, this course explores the history of ecological conservation in southern Costa Rica.| NiCHE
In Diverse Environments, you will work to create a diverse selection of eight games for your syllabus. You’ve got colleagues working on the same thing, though, and you don’t want to duplicate their efforts.| NiCHE
What is AI doing to higher education? And what, if anything, should be done about it? Chad Orzel at Counting Atoms had a post on this recently, tying the question to a broader point. There is a fun…| 4 gravitons
Becoming a certified teacher is a challenge—it takes commitment, persistence, and heart. The ESC Region 13 Educator Certification Program (ECP) offers multiple pathways to certification, each designed to accommodate different learning styles, delivery methods, and schedules, allowing you to find the path that works best for you. As a new application cycle begins, we talked to […]| Region 13's Blog
Economist Craig Paulsson has made a simple game free to all. When you go to MapGDP.com you will find a real picture from Google Maps and a simple question. Guess the GDP/capita in the country where…| Economist Writing Every Day
Today, I share a guest post by Margot Schou, who I had the good fortune of mentoring at the start of her career. With her permission, I inserted footnotes with links to some relevant further readin…| Henri's Math Education Blog
It's possible more people will start applying for teacher positions again when the wider labor market calms down, but thousands of experienced teachers have already left the classroom. They won’t be easy to replace.| TPR
Step-by-step guide for artists ready to scale globally Are you an artist looking for a way to make passive income and share your work year-round? In this tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to sell art calendars with print-on-demand — using platforms like Gelato and Etsy to reach collectors worldwide. Whether you’re just starting or […]| Kristen Palana: Artist | Professor | Consultant
Over the past year, a group of colleagues and I have invested some time exploring Joe Feldman’s Grading for Equity. In this phenomenal book, Feldman explores inequitable practices that have been historically ingrained in school culture and explains how shifting to more equitable practices beginning with sound and unbiassed assessment practices can lead to positive … Continue reading Connecting Engagement with Equity→| MY GROWTH MINDSET
In a world overflowing with information, the ability to remember lists and details efficiently can significantly boost productivity and learning. Whether you’re a student trying to memorize dates for a history exam, a professional who needs to keep track of tasks, or someone simply looking to improve memory retention, various techniques can help you achieve … Continue reading "What Is The Pegword Method? How Can I Use It?" The post What Is The Pegword Method? How Can I Use It? appeared fi...| Key To Study
The Human Design system merges ancient teachings and modern science to present a unique blueprint of one’s nature, much like a genetic map. At first glance, your human design chart may appear complex, but with understanding, it provides profound insights into your personality and potential. Grasping its symbols and connections becomes a journey of self-discovery. Learning to … Continue reading "How to Read Your Human Design Chart: A Step-By-Step Approach" The post How to Read Your Human...| Key To Study
Transcreation and localisation are methods that help brands communicate effectively with people in different countries. Transcreation means adapting content so it keeps the same emotion and meaning in another language. Localisation ensures that products, websites, or campaigns fit local culture, habits, and preferences. Together, they make global marketing feel natural and relevant to local audiences. … Continue reading "5 Key Trends in Transcreation & Localisation You Should Know" The post...| Key To Study
Adaptive Learning can be applied to any educational stage. It is a tool with a double learning objective, both academic and technological, since it allows students to become familiar with digital environments. Tailor-made learning has proven to be one of the most efficient ways to keep both students and teachers fully motivated throughout the entire … Continue reading "What Is Adaptive Learning: Educational Trend For Todays Schools" The post What Is Adaptive Learning: Educational Trend For ...| Key To Study
I taught this course at Wesleyan University in Spring 2025 to a class of 15 students, mostly seniors and sophomores. I was tasked the previous semester with developing a philosophy course that would count toward the animal studies minor. My goal was to take an expansive approach to animal philosophy, meant to demonstrate that this […] The post Race and Animals, Maya von Ziegesar first appeared on Blog of the APA.| Blog of the APA
Generative artificial intelligence with strong large language models (LLM) as available in ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, etc. or in locally running LLMs poses a challenge for the evaluation of student …| Finn Årup Nielsen's blog
Early childhood is a time when young minds soak up everything around them. In these first years, children learn crucial skills—how to think, how to socialise, and how to manage their emotions—that set the stage for their future development. Children are naturally curious at this age, and the experiences they have early on play a […] The post Why Early Childhood Education Matters for Every Child appeared first on Teaching Littles.| Teaching Littles
Students today face challenges their parents never imagined: remote learning, heavier workloads, and competing priorities like part-time jobs. It’s no surprise that 67% of students report seeking outside help at least once in their academic careers. The online support industry has grown quickly in response, and many platforms now compete for attention. Among them, AssignmentHelp […] The post AssignmentHelp.org Review: A Deep Look Into One of the Best Services for Students appeared first o...| Teaching Littles
Reading Time: 2minutesThis summer, GOTO live asked me to step in and interview one of their guests for their podcast. Simon Peyton Jones is the chair of Computing at School, the organization spearheading reform of England’s national computing curriculum for children. He’s also a former professor (and current Honorary Professor) at Glasgow University as well as an […]| Chelsea Troy
When admin won’t back your classroom management plan, it can be isolating and frustrating. It’s tough to stay consistent and confident when you feel unsupported. Listen in as we walk through practical strategies you can use to keep your class running smoothly, even without administrative support—so you can lead with confidence and protect a positive […] The post Help! My Admin Doesn’t Like My Classroom Management Plan appeared first on Teach 4 the Heart.| Teach 4 the Heart
Sometimes we feel like our work doesn't matter--we might not be getting paid much, we don't have many opportunities to share the Gospel, so what is the point? You might be surprised to hear that God's design for work is bigger than the Great Commission, and deeper than economics. Jordan Raynor joins us to share about the eternal significance of our work and how it might just change the way we walk into our classrooms each day.| Teach 4 the Heart
In one of my more popular posts, I argued that we need to do better than just nod politely at Direct Instruction (DI). Cognitive Load Theory is honored through DI’s ruthless efficiency: every word is deliberate, every example intentional, every new piece of content layered step by step to keep working memory clear and focused. … Continue reading Direct Instruction Embodies the Science of Learning| Education Rickshaw
When I first started teaching, the best professional development I received came from two people: the math coach at my school and my assigned mentor teacher. It wasn’t perfect. The math coach only focused on math, and my mentor teacher often had to teach her own class while I was in front of mine. Still, … Continue reading Take an Edu-Trip to New York City| Education Rickshaw
The US has nearly 3.6 million K-12 teachers, and another 1.5 million college teachers. One-third of 5.1 million is 1.7 million. Who knew that we have 1,700,000 terrorists in our classrooms! I certa…| The Merrow Report
This post is a paper I published in Journal of Teacher Education in 2010. Here’s a link to a PDF of the original. It is republished as a chapter in my new book, The Emergent Genius of American Higher Education. This is a summary of the argument: Teach For America is a marvel at marketing, offering elite college … Continue reading Teach for America and Teacher Ed: Heads You Win, Tails We Lose| David Labaree on Schooling, History, and Writing
In his famous essay on belief systems, Converse (1964, 8-10) writes about how involvement in a group| voteguy.com
...the entire left half of the distribution gets solved with vaccines, antibiotics, and antivirals developed in the 20th century. That’s 74% of deaths that are later become mostly non-concerns or treatable.… Continue reading →| Economist Writing Every Day
How Teachers Navigate the AI Digital Revolution Picture this: Mrs. Johnson walks into her classroom Monday morning, coffee in hand, ready to face another week of grading 150 essays about “What I Did Last Summer” (spoiler alert: it was mostly TikTok). But wait! Her new AI grading assistant has already provided detailed feedback on every ... Read more The post AI in the Classroom: Promise or Peril? Teachers Navigate the Digital Revolution appeared first on Special Education and Inclusive Le...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Redefining “Learning Spaces” in the Home Traditionally, the concept of a “learning space” has often been confined to formal classroom settings, implying a rigid structure and dedicated physical boundaries. However, a more expansive and accurate understanding recognizes the home as the “first and most influential informal learning environment”. From birth, the home serves as the ... Read more The post Homeschooling: Creating Dynamic Learning Zones at Home appeared first on Special ...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Nursery Object Sorting Games: Fun, Easy, and Educational Activities for EYFS Nursery object sorting games are some of the most effective and accessible learning tools in the early years. These activities support foundational skills across communication, thinking, maths, and sensory development. Whether you’re a teacher, childminder, or parent looking for simple sorting activities for toddlers ... Read more The post Nursery Object Sorting Games appeared first on Special Education and Inclusi...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Unlock the Magic of Show and Tell: A Guide for Early Years and Primary Teachers Show and tell isn’t just about sharing a favourite toy; it’s a powerful way to spark curiosity, build confidence, and grow vital communication skills in young learners. Done right, it transforms simple sharing into a rich learning experience, deepening connections ... Read more The post Age-Appropriate Show and Tell Tips for Teachers appeared first on Special Education and Inclusive Learning.| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
As a deputy headteacher in a special school we’ve just endured (I spent a while searching for th eright word here) an Ofsted inspection under the old framework. That high-stakes, machine can make or break a teacher’s passion for the job or even career overnight. Lots of prep, a consultant, simulated deep dives, policy rewrites, ... Read more The post Navigating the Ofsted 2025 Report Card: Why Reactive Overhaul Could Cost You More Than a Bad Grade appeared first on Special Education and I...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Making Learning Accessible and Meaningful for All Students Welcome to teacher training, one of the most rewarding professions where you have the power to unlock every child’s potential. This guide will help you create classrooms where neurodivergent and neurotypical students alike can thrive. Rather than seeing differences as deficits, we’ll explore how to design teaching ... Read more The post The 5 Pillars of Inclusive Teaching : Guide to Observations for ITTs appeared first on Special ...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Supporting the Transforming Schema Through Art As early years practitioners, we often encounter children who seem magnetically drawn to mixing, squishing, and transforming materials. These little scientists are exploring what we call the transforming schema, and art activities provide the perfect laboratory for this crucial developmental work. I’ve discovered that children with a strong transforming ... Read more The post 6 Transforming Schema Art Activities appeared first on Special Educat...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Free vs. Fee: Is a Paid Plagiarism Checker Worth It? Academic writing comes with non-negotiable expectations. Chief among them is originality. Whether you’re drafting a short reflection or finalizing a capstone paper, your ideas must be authentically your own. Plagiarism checkers help safeguard that integrity. But how much should you pay to ensure your work ... Read more The post Free vs. Paid Plagiarism Checkers: Which Is Better? appeared first on Special Education and Inclusive Learning.| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Teaching complex concepts to language learners requires both creativity and precision. Educators must break down difficult ideas while addressing the diverse linguistic and cultural needs of their students. The aim isn’t just to deliver information. It’s to ensure students truly understand, engage with, and apply what they’ve learned. By integrating visual aids, interactive tools, and ... Read more The post Best Strategies for Teaching Complex Concepts to Language Learners appeared firs...| Special Education and Inclusive Learning
Flow state, as described by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, is a mental state of operation where a person is fully immersed in an activity| Inclusiveteach.com
Blog of the week: Everyone’s favourite topic – homework! In this blog Dr Jo Castelino explores how we can ensure that our homework remains purposeful and avoids just becoming busy work. Durrington Resources: A further reminder that you can sign … Continue reading →| Class Teaching
In high school, I played the guitar. I had three major influences, the first of whom was my guitar teacher, James Brown. Yes, that was his name. He had the patience of a saint… literally. I was alw…| How I teach maths.
I’ve earlier shared evidence-based teaching tips and resources for the critical first week of a course, including these resources: Establishing Expectations: A Growth Mindset Approach &#…| EdTechDev - Doug Holton
Subscribe to the Podcast Hello, hello, welcome to this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast. I'm Jocelyn Seamer, coming to you from Tasman...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
age range: 8-11genre: animal adventure Elaine Dimopoulos’s website Praise for The Remarkable Rescue at Milkweed Meadow: The sparkling story is both terrifically funny and quietly contemplative, touching on heavy topics with a light hand and heaps of humor.—Booklist, starred review [Butternut’s] action-packed adventures with Piper underline the way that a survivalist mentality can come at... The post Classroom Connections: The Milkweed Meadow series by Elaine Dimopoulos appeared first on...| Caroline Starr Rose
age range: 6-10format: graphic novelBethanie Murguia’s websiteEducators’ Guide for the Wagnificent series A heartwarming story of a dog’s loyalty to their human pack, perfect for young dog lovers.―School Library Journal Whether you’re a dog lover or just curious about the world from a pup’s perspective, this funny and enlightening book is perfect for young readers... The post Classroom Connections: the Wagnificent series by Bethanie Murguia appeared first on Caroline Starr Rose.| Caroline Starr Rose
Ofsted has finally published its new inspection arrangements: two defiant fingers jabbed up at the World and waggled in the faces of those who had dared to hope for change. 5 grades (up from 4) wit…| John Cosgrove
CHARM-EU is launching CHARM ON, a new monthly online series where academic and support staff can explore innovative practices and share experiences across the community. Each session features a panel discussion with guests from different roles who bring practical perspectives on CHARM-EU approaches such as challenge-based learning, mobility, and interculturality.| CHARM-EU
Aspiring writers might believe that only writing is creative. Only words you specifically order and set in stone can last, it might seem. Motions made at committee meetings and cheers for children …| Economist Writing Every Day
I didn’t think I’d ever go back to teaching, especially not as a sub. But as the first 6 years of my post-teaching life progressed, angry outlook gave way to something more balanced.| Five O'Clock Shadow
Teacher fatigue isn't just physical: it involves emotional exhaustion, excessive bureaucracy, and constant pressure.| Observatory - Institute for the Future of Education
The polymath mindset begins with how we think. Unlike specialists who dive deep into one area, polymaths train their minds to move across different domains. They think flexibly, often combining insights from unrelated fields to generate fresh ideas. This way of thinking is not limited to the gifted—it’s a process anyone can learn. Polymathic thinkers … Continue reading "Training the Mind to Think Like a Polymath" The post Training the Mind to Think Like a Polymath appeared first on Key ...| Key To Study
First day as a Year 7 form tutor. “I want you all to be the kind of people who have integrity. I say, you say: “Integrity!” “Integrity!” the 11 year olds all shout back, with enthusiasm. What do I mean by ‘integrity’? It means to do the right thing, even when no-one is watching. When … Continue reading Building Culture: how to shape character through daily interactions| Bunsen Blue
Let’s indulge in two thought experiments. Scenario 1. Imagine you have no data about a class you start to teach in September. You have no knowledge about their prior attainment and no knowledge about what they have learned before. You don’t know what their behaviour is going to be like or what they are predicted … Continue reading Do your pupils work hard enough?| Bunsen Blue
‘Turn & talk’ is one of the techniques I use most in my classroom – perhaps 20 or more times in any given 50-minute lesson. I recently shared a clip of what this might look like on Twitter (click here). My strategy for explicit instruction involves asking questions in three phases. Phase 1 questions include … Continue reading Turn and Talk| Bunsen Blue
Have you ever delivered a really clear teacher explanation and used lots of checks for listening to ensure your class was paying attention, only to find that when you ask your class a question to check for understanding they respond with: In this blog, I explore why this happens and what we can do to … Continue reading The Three Phases of Questioning| Bunsen Blue
It is natural for students to lose attention during an explanation. In this post, I share two of the highest leverage strategies you can use to secure 100% attention. I explain why this should be our goal in my previous post. Strategy 1: All Hands Up Cold Calling I disagree with the way lots of … Continue reading Checks for Listening: 100% Participation| Bunsen Blue
At any given moment in a lesson students are either engaged or they are coasting. When they are engaged, students are paying attention, thinking hard and learning. When they are daydreaming, off-ta…| Bunsen Blue
Subscribe to the Podcast Hello,helloandwelcometotheStructuredLiteracyPodcastrecordedhereinTasmania,thelandsofthePalawapeople.I'mJocelyn,andtodaywe'retacklingaquestionthatIfindinmyinboxreasonablyregularly.Shouldwebeteachingphonicsbeyondtheearlyyears?It'sareallyimportantquestionandonethatdoesn'thaveasimpleyesornoanswer,I'mafraid.Butlet'sdiveinandhaveathinkaboutthenuanceofinstructioninthethreetosixyears. Beforewecananswerwhetherweshouldorshouldn'tbeteachingphonicsinyearsthreetosixandbeyondthat,w...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Hithere,welcometothisepisodeoftheStructuredLiteracyPodcast.MynameisJocelynandIamsopleasedtohaveyouherewithmeonthisepisoderecordedinTasmania,thelandofthePalawapeople.Youmightthinkthatthenameofthisepisodeisalittleodd.Whatdowemean,"wefalltothelevelofoursystems?"Well,that'ssomethingthatagoodfriendofmine,JennyCole,hasoftensaidtome.Whenthingsaregoingrightinaschooloranyorganisation,theygoright.Theplanetsalign,thingshappenthewaythattheyneedto,andalliswell.Andthensomethinghapp...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Welcome to this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast. My name is Jocelyn and I am so pleased to welcome you here. One of the wonderful developments in schools in the past couple of years is that the focus on explicit literacy instruction has extended to the upper primary grades. When we first ran our workshop and online course, Build the Foundations for your Upper Primary Literacy Block, teachers were dabbling. Now, in September 2025, many schools are actively e...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Why hello there. Welcome to this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast. My name is Jocelyn, and I am so happy to have you here. Picture this. You've introduced a nonfiction text to your students in preparation for a text-based unit. Students are engaging well, they're reading with a partner, responding to your queries, and then you hit a part of the text that they find interesting. Their eyes light up. They sit up straight, and hands shoot up across the classr...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Hello, hello, welcome to this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast, recorded right here in Tasmania, the lands of the Palawa people. I'm Jocelyn, and today we're talking about something that's on the minds of many leaders right now, which is choosing a program. If you know my work at all, or you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you know I'm not anti-program, in fact, I make them. And I have to be really honest, I have thought perhaps I shouldn't be...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Well, hello there. Welcome to this episode of the Structured Literacy Podcast. I'm Jocelyn and I'm so pleased that you've joined me today. We're recording here in Tasmania, on the lands of the Palawa people. Today we're diving into something that affects every single teacher listening to this podcast: professional learning. If you've been listening for a couple of episodes now, you'll see that there's a theme, and there absolutely is. This issue is at the heart of it,...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Structured Literacy Podcast. I'm Jocelyn and I am so pleased that you've joined me for this episode recorded here in Tasmania, the lands of the Palawa people. Today we're diving into something that absolutely makes or breaks any improvement efforts in schools: how to make sure change happens with people, not to them. Compliance VS Commitment I've been thinking about this topic a lot lately because I keep hearing stories from leaders wh...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Structured Literacy podcast. I'm Jocelyn, I'm so pleased that you've joined me for this episode, recorded here in Tasmania, the lands of the Palawa people. Today we're diving into a topic that I know will resonate with every single listener: the difference between professional learning that actually transforms practice and professional learning that's just... well, a tick a box exercise. I can't tell you how many PLs I've sat through t...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Subscribe to the Podcast Welcome, welcome to this episode of the Structured Literacy podcast, recorded here in Tasmania, the home of the Palawa ...| Jocelyn Seamer Education
Choosing the right after-school math program is critical for parents looking to improve their children’s academic success and grow their confidence in mathematics. A selection of after-hours math education options is available to you, so it is essential to identify programs that offer rigorous curricula, well-versed instructors and adaptable learning environments tailored to your student’s […] The post The Top After-School Math Programs to Enroll Your Child In appeared first on Teaching...| Teaching Littles
Education continues to evolve, pressing teachers to adopt innovative strategies that boost student performance. Students, despite their varying backgrounds and abilities, thrive when they engage in learning through interactive, enjoyable methods. Effective teaching is not limited to traditional lectures or rigid structures. Rather, it often flourishes through creative methods that nurture curiosity and support a […] The post Fun Teaching Strategies That Improve Student Performance appeared ...| Teaching Littles
Teaching and parenting often are compared, but should we be teaching like we parent? While both roles share similarities, how much should we let our parenting style influence the way we teach in our classroom? Listen as we discuss the differences (and similarities) between parenting and teaching.🎧listen here: Subscribe to the Teach 4 the Heart […] The post Should I Teach Like I Parent? Key Differences You Need to Understand appeared first on Teach 4 the Heart.| Teach 4 the Heart
Being a new teacher comes with a steep learning curve and can often leave you feeling overwhelmed. Avoiding certain rookie mistakes in your early years can make all the difference in saving you and your students from unnecessary frustration and challenges. Whether you're a brand-new teacher or just trying to survive your first few years, listen as we discuss 5 tips we wish we knew as rookie teachers.| Teach 4 the Heart
This series explores a rarely discussed strength of direct instruction: its power to motivate students. While critics often paint explicit teaching as boring or uninspiring, the truth is that its structure, pace, and design motivate kids better than any other system. There is a certain romance in education about the idea of “Productive Struggle.” The notion goes … Continue reading Direct Instruction Motivation, Part 3: Success, Not Struggle| Education Rickshaw
The first truth about lesson planning is a paradox: In a perfect world, it wouldn’t even exist. Designing curriculum and instruction is its own science, and a difficult one at that. When well-desig…| Education Rickshaw
A colleague called my attention to this interesting piece in the Wall Street Journal by Jon Shields and Yuval Avnur: “Evidence Backs Trump on Higher Ed’s Bias.” A few thoughts bel…| scatterplot
...how do you make that happen? Leave aside disputes over whether, as teachers, we should allow our students to use AI, or make use of it as a teaching tool, or incorporate into assignments. Suppose, for the sake of this discussion, that we've considered all of the pros and cons and have decided it's best| Daily Nous - news for & about the philosophy profession
First, Pre-law literally has the word ‘law’ in the name and is marketed as preparation for law school. However, it is the undergraduate major associated with the lowest paid lawyers. For that matte…| Economist Writing Every Day
This post is a talk I gave earlier this week — Boys Are Falling Behind: Overschooling Is the Reason. Here’s a LINK to the slides. Below is a brief overview of the argument, but I recommend looking at the slides to get the full story. Males are increasingly falling behind in our educational system Compared to … Continue reading Boys Are Falling Behind — Overschooling Is the Reason| David Labaree on Schooling, History, and Writing
Acceleration Academies are Serving the Students Society Wrote off, guest post by Kelli Campbell via @Rdene915. #education #edchat #learning #school #backtoschool @Pando_PR| Learning as I go: Reflections & lessons learned
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Michael offers a talk on the teachings of the insentient, how the snow and silence can hold hidden lessons. Can you give attention to the way the insentient teaches us?| Michael Stone
Blog of the week: The Trouble with Progress Reports – Becky Allen Professor Becky Allen discuss the understandable reasons why many schools choose to report progress, but also explores the pitfalls and flaws of doing so. Durrington Resources: No blogs … Continue reading →| Class Teaching
Digitizing Toyokuni IV’s 1872 board game, scholars recreated Yokohama’s hybrid modernity, blending history, travel, and playful discovery for students.| NiCHE
Coming to the belief that learning is invisible was a threshold moment for many. It feels rather silly looking back on it. How did we ever believe that you could ‘observe’ learning by going to watch a lesson, or evidence ‘progress’ over the course of an hour? Ridiculous. But then, we are loaded with beliefs … Continue reading Is learning invisible?| Matthew Evans
When should we give a name to something we do as teachers? This question is on my mind this week following a post I wrote about adaptive teaching last week. I wrote the post because I keep coming across examples of people using the term to mean different things, sometimes quite unhelpfully. I was making … Continue reading Why I am still using ‘cold call’| Matthew Evans
Just because it swims, doesn’t mean its a fish. I think we can all agree that naming things correctly is important. To do this, we must have a proper conception of what does and does not fall into a category, and to do this we must define that category precisely. For example, if we believe … Continue reading Adaptive teaching: in search of conceptual clarity| Matthew Evans
Download PDF One of the indispensable elements of education in general, and language teaching in particular, is building good rapport in the classroom. A classroom with strong rapport promotes a learning environment through friendly relationships, trust, respect, and mental engagement between the teacher and students, as well as among students. Senior (2006) stated that the rapport teachers develop in their classes seems to them as significant as the pedagogy itself. Harmer (2015) identifies ...| Contact
The Problem with “Disadvantage” There has been a lot of discussion, going on for many years now but sharpened in recent headlines, about disadvantage and education. The term ‘disadvantaged’ is in itself one laden with issues and a term I generally prefer to avoid. To cut to the heart of the matter though, what is…| Teaching it Real
Writing any book is a nerve wracking experience. You sit in a small room somewhere, glaring at a computer screen, daring the page to remain blank. As you write, you are always aware of a reader sat…| Teaching it Real
In June 2025, Ronald Tabernig and Hannah Weiser, researchers in the 3DGeo Research Group (Prof. Bernhard Höfle), held the annual 3D sensor practical, a two-day practical field course which took place in two exciting study sites close to Heidelberg:| GIScience Blog
It’s both doctrine and pragmatism that we are utterly dependent on the Holy Spirit’s Presence. Without Him, the Covenant of Christ is merely law. Everything we teach is utterly impossible without that divine power. In His Presence, any biblical law … Continue reading →| Radix Fidem Blog
We’ve mentioned before that we tend to favor annihilationism. That’s the notion that Hell/the Abyss is not eternal, and that everyone already there or going there will be annihilated at Judgment Day. Nobody roasts in Hell eternally. But as Catacomb … Continue reading →| Radix Fidem Blog
Allison and I started Moving Writers, the blog, nearly 12 years ago on the Monday we returned to school after attending NCTE. We named it as we walked through the courtyard to our classrooms. ̶…| moving writers
Classroom Voices is a series of guest posts providing a platform for teachers to share their ideas. All posts including all images are shared without comment or edits. To contribute, use this …| teacherhead
I continue to be fascinated by the discourse around so-called “AI” writing tools: it’s an amazing window on the ways smart people confront a big change that’s emotionally charged. Especially on social media (no surprise), some of this discourse is very loud. Some of the loudest seems to be from those who are fervently opposed […]| Scientist Sees Squirrel
We (that’s Bethann Garramon Merkle and I) are getting very excited about our new book, Teaching and Mentoring Writers in the Sciences: An Evidence-Based Approach. Over the last few months, we’ve been working with the University of Chicago Press to take it through all the steps of book production: copyedits, proofs, indexing, cover design, and […]| Scientist Sees Squirrel
Last week in Chicago, I had the privilege of co-hosting the AI Education Trailblazers convening alongside our powerhouse partners at...| Beta Classroom
Much has been discussed in the media about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; for example, to compensate for the absence of coordinated support, working mothers are carrying more caregiving responsibilities. However, the full range of externalities resulting from governmental and organizational decisions (or in the case of some governments, “non”-decisions which are decisions in […]| orgtheory.net
T-Pain’s stunning, stripped-down vocal performance on the Tiny Desk version of “Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin’)” makes it clear that he’s got the organic vocal chops to “sound good” without any digital assistance. Through T-Pain's example, students see that we must first know what our own voices are capable of to then explore what technology might do to expand, enhance, or embellish our creative endeavors.| Clio and the Contemporary
