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‘Information Flow’ As A Litmus Test For Quality Teaching

TeachThought StaffApr 10, 2018

Just as with gardening, preparing the soil takes time. But once we get past that, students begin to blossom and initiate their own learning.

How To Design A 21st Century Assessment

TeachThought StaffFeb 20, 2018

21st century assessment design involves using digital tools, collaborating with others, performance tasks, and more.

7 Characteristics Of Teachers Who Effectively Use Technology

TeachThought StaffFeb 19, 2018

Teachers who effectively use technology in the classroom have one thing in common: They care more about learning than the tools that…

42 Fill-in-the-Blank Prompts For Students To Design Their Own…

Terrell HeickFeb 5, 2018

When helping students design projects, I provide these kinds of prompts to help students see how texts, apps, and more can all…

12 Principles Of Mobile Learning

TeachThought StaffJan 29, 2018

A mobile learning environment is about access to content, peers, experts, artifacts, credible sources, and thinking on relevant topics.

6 Golden Rules For Engaging Students

TeachThought StaffJan 23, 2018

A good start toward engaging students is to meet the student on their own terms using ideas, evidence, and language credible to…

Technology Is Now As Much A Part Of Learning…

Terrell HeickNov 22, 2017

The technology students use today will be the worst they ever use. That’s a useful starting point for understanding education technology.

Why The Best Teachers Change Their Minds

Terrell HeickApr 26, 2017

If you’re changing your mind—about inquiry, the ideal lesson template, or the best audiences for project-based learning products—that means you’re growing.