Editorial Standards and Correction Policy

Purpose

TeachThought is committed to providing educators with reliable, research-informed content that supports critical thinking, innovation, and classroom practice. Our goal is to build and maintain trust by ensuring that all material published on our site reflects accuracy, fairness, and transparency.

Editorial Standards

We follow a set of principles to guide how content is created, reviewed, and published:

  • Accuracy: All material must be factually correct and supported by credible sources.
  • Clarity: Articles are written in clear, accessible language appropriate for K–12 educators, while maintaining academic rigor where appropriate.
  • Fairness and Balance: Ideas and perspectives are represented fairly, without misrepresentation.
  • Originality: Content is original to TeachThought or properly attributed when referencing external work.
  • Research and Citations: Claims are supported by references to peer-reviewed research, reputable organizations, or primary sources when available.
  • Conflict of Interest: Writers and editors avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any relevant affiliations, partnerships, or sponsorships.

Fact-Checking

Every article undergoes a review process before publication to confirm that facts, quotations, and statistics are correct. Key claims are checked against original studies or reliable sources. If AI-assisted tools are used during drafting, final content is reviewed and edited by a human editor to ensure accuracy and context.

Corrections Policy

Despite our best efforts, errors may occasionally occur. When they do, we address them quickly and openly.

  • Prompt Correction: Errors that are brought to our attention are corrected as soon as possible.
  • Transparency: Significant corrections are noted at the end of the article along with the date the change was made.
  • Minor Updates: Small edits, such as fixing typos or formatting issues, may be corrected without a formal notice.
  • Substantive Changes: If a factual error or major clarification is required, a correction note is added to the article for clarity.

How to Request a Correction

If you believe you have found an error in a TeachThought article, please email us at [[email protected]] with the article link, the issue you’ve identified, and any supporting details. We welcome reader input and will review every request.

Review and Updates

Our content is reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis. The frequency of review depends on the nature of the topic: some articles require frequent updates as new research emerges, while others remain accurate over longer periods. Regardless of timing, TeachThought is committed to revisiting content as needed to maintain accuracy and relevance.

Commitment to Readers

Above all, TeachThought exists to serve educators by providing trustworthy and thoughtful resources. We view accuracy and transparency as central to our mission, and we value the trust that readers place in us. This policy reflects our commitment to uphold those standards in every article we publish.