Assessing a School Staff as a Community of Professional Learners

A teacher's guide to Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness proves that it is not impossible to delve into the heart of darkness. Containing a wealth of information about Conrad, the Scramble for Africa, and the history of the Belgian Congo,...

The final activity in a unit study of immigration and human rights asks class members to design a project for their school that builds support for immigrant classmates. To prepare for this project, individuals use what they have learned...

Are you looking for a way to use technology to engage students during classroom discussions? Then Rich and Jennifer have the tool for you. Watch as they explore this free online service that allows learners to share and respond to each...

Students write an editorial (staff opinion) or commentary (writer's opinion) if they/he or she believe the school rules are either too strict or too lenient when addressing weapons possession. Students research past situations in their...

The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting which took the lives of 17 innocent victims inspired more young activists to take up a cause. Academics learn how the March For Our Lives agenda was formed from this tragic event and how...

Invigorate your professional development sessions with technological knowledge teachers can really use. In this section, you’ll learn about the different ways that schools are bringing PD to their teachers. When teacher professional...

Consistent analysis of teaching and learning is important to growth in the profession. A video lesson—paired with a discussion guide—encourages teachers to consider their strategies for teaching phase changes and the water cycle. The...

Have you heard about Google apps but are still determining their effectiveness in the classroom? Kyle Brumbaugh, co-author of the book Creating a Google Apps Classroom: The Educator's Cookbook, discusses how these free resources can have...

Exactly how vital is the use of technology in the modern classroom? According to Ann McMullan, an educational technology consultant in Los Angeles, it's indispensable. Follow along as she describes her experiences helping schools...

Interested in using technology in the classroom but worried about the risks involved? Listen as Bill Selak, a fourth-grade music teacher, describes his experiences integrating technology in the classroom and the positive impact of...