Tag: Middle & High School
How To Design A Wikipedia Writing & Research Assignment
The idea of actually using Wikipedia to explicitly teach research for an entire unit is less common than its use for researching credibility.
How To Read A Book: 3 Strategies & Questions…
Critical reading includes ‘Inspectional Reading’: Reading with a focus on grasping the book as a ‘whole thing’–also called ‘Systematic skimming.’
What An 8th Grader Was Expected To Know In…
If you’ve ever wondered what an 8th-grade student from over a century ago was expected to know, wonder no more.
Should Colleges Judge Social Media Presence for Admissions?
Without guidance to critically think about digital footprints, persona, and audience, it’s no surprise to see students ‘make mistakes’ on social media.
10 Factors To Consider When Choosing A College
Choosing a college for study can be a taxing experience and which criteria you should consider and value isn’t always clear.
4 Ways To Talk To Students About The 2016…
As teachers move forward with conversations in a Trump America, here are ways they can help students talk about the 2016 election.
The Feedback Routine: A Process For Helping Students Improve
Learning is about movement and growth. Providing effective feedback helps students realize exactly what they need to grow.
‘The Freelancer’s Manifesto’ Is Something Every Student Should Know
If ‘freelancing’ is working for yourself to do things that matter to you, how can you help students develop a vision for…