What Educators Get Wrong About Career Readiness
Despite good intentions, the way we approach ‘career readiness’ in education often falls short.
-
-
Some Thoughts On Knowledge And Knowledge Limits
Learning leads to knowledge and knowledge leads to theories just like theories lead to knowledge. It’s all circular in such an obvious way.
-
Creating A Culture Of Reading In Your Classroom
Let’s stop the endless worksheets and cooperative groups that skim through text merely to find answers and grow a culture of reading.
-
What Are Costa’s Levels Of Questioning?
Costa’s levels of questioning feature three tiers of questioning designed to promote higher level thinking and inquiry.
-
12 Articles About Critical Thinking
Critical thinking questions include, ‘Why is this important? What are the causes and effects of this? How do we know if this is true?”
-
10 Thoughtful Ways To Improve Teacher Mental Health
We can’t control everything and apologizing for things out of our control can set unrealistic expectations of teachers.
-
25 Best Lifelong Learning Apps & Tools
From Khan Academy to Canva, these 25 apps make informal learning practical and engaging—ideal for Genius Hour, self-directed projects, or personal growth.
-
Wendell Berry And Preparing Students For ‘Good Work’
What is the effect of your work? Did you choose your work, or are you doing it under compulsion as the way to earn money?
-
45 Design Thinking Resources For Educators
Curated Design Thinking Resources for Educators A Curated List of Design Thinking Resources for Educators Educators and students at all levels are using design thinking to create solutions for real-world problems. Whether you’re new to the concept or looking for fresh ideas, this updated and curated list features high-quality resources that are free, low-cost, or…
-
10 TED Talks That Can Change The Way You Communicate
10 TED Talks to Elevate Your Communication Skills Effective communication isn’t just about speaking clearly — it’s about connecting deeply. These ten hand-picked TED Talks explore empathy, storytelling, human connection, digital communication, and the power of listening. Watch, reflect, and apply these ideas to sharpen how you speak, listen, and build meaningful dialogue. Elizabeth Lesser…
-
50 Critical Thinking Strategies For Learning
Critical thinking strategies often employ multiple data sources and perspectives in pursuit of understanding.
-
The New Periodic Table Song (In Order)
There once was periodic table song whose frenzied pace and extraordinary organization made it seemingly irreplaceable — here’s another!
-
5 Simple Science Resources Teachers
Simple resources from NASA, NOAA, and the Smithsonian Science Education Center.
-
The Difference Between Assessment Of And Assessment For Learning
Assessment for learning is commonly referred to as formative assessment–that is, assessment designed to inform instruction.
