Exploring Social Justice Issues Through PBL

The open-ended work in project-based learning can help students explore issues that matter to them.

Emphasizing stoicism, toughness, and competition can leave boys without the emotional tools they need to thrive. How can we change course before the problem gets out of hand?

Middle and high school students suddenly face more complex schedules, tougher academic work, and an expanding network of friends. How can we help them manage it all?

Looking for positive things to say about every student helps teachers develop an asset-based approach to teaching—and helps students lean into their strengths.

When teachers take the time to build strong relationships with students, it sets the stage for productive learning.

Simply sharing what teachers hope kids will learn may not be enough—constructing expectations together helps guide students to understanding.

Engaging in writing—whether fiction or nonfiction—has immense benefits, including improved critical thinking and better memory.

Schools thrive when principals and superintendents are conscious of how to prioritize their staff’s work—and their own—in the right ways.

Digital assessments that include elements of student choice encourage high school students to engage deeply with course content.

Along with considering video length, teachers should look for ways to make watching a video an opportunity for active learning.