Student Engagement
Discover the strategies that work best to involve students in their own learning.
Making Classroom Participation More Equitable With Hand Gestures
Not all students feel comfortable participating verbally in class discussions, and these tools invite everyone to contribute.1419Jump-Starting Academic Learning With Movement and Dance
The benefits of movement in the classroom aren’t limited to younger students. Pairing new words and concepts with gestures or dance moves locks in understanding—and active brain breaks prime students to learn even more.7.8kProtocols That Get All Students Talking in Class Discussions
These intentional response strategies create entry points for students who may feel reticent to share in class discussions.91.3kHow Principals Can Support Student and Teacher Leadership Across Grade Levels
Fostering leadership skills across the school is a way to forge a strong community. See how one award-winning principal makes this happen.12522 Unexpectedly Effective Teaching Hacks
Teachers across the country share the most useful teaching tips they’ve learned—everything from the utility of Velcro to the power of periodically faking amnesia.111.9kThe Power of Saying Yes to Students
Finding opportunities to agree to student requests—both academic and nonacademic—can boost engagement in learning.111717 Brain Breaks Tailored for High Schoolers
As high school students navigate more rigorous academic tasks and denser curricular material, the occasional 3-to-5-minute break delivers a wide range of benefits.6.3k
Why Are Some Kids Thriving During Remote Learning?
Though remote learning during the pandemic has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?75.4kBuilding Classroom Community Through Daily Dedications
When students share stories about those who have inspired and impacted them, the whole classroom feels more connected.34.9k
8 Proactive Classroom Management Tips
New teachers—and experienced ones too—can find ideas here on how to stop disruptive behavior before it begins.76.2k14 Effective Opening and Closing Routines for Teachers
Stimulate thinking at the beginning of class, and check for understanding at the end of it with these engaging opening and closing activities.45k4 Practices of Warm Demander Teachers
A well-known approach that combines high expectations with a firm belief in students’ ability to succeed can guide them to deeper learning.2757How Tone of Voice Shapes Your Classroom Culture
It’s no easy task, but developing your tone of voice can build trust, reduce conflict, and set the stage for more learning in your classroom, research shows.10.5k9 Brain Breaks That Teens Will Love
Students are still learning, even during brief breaks, which serve to help them decompress, refocus, and process new information.1.4kHow to Get Students Talking About Their Learning
These simple strategies can help motivate middle and high school students to have engaging and productive classroom discussions.41.2k
