How Sesame Street's Muppets became revolutionaries. Plus: responding calmly to upset parents

How Sesame Street's Muppets Became Revolutionaries

Now celebrating its 50th year of broadcasting, Sesame Street remains committed to pushing the boundaries for social change.

Responding Calmly to Upset Parents

When an angry email shows up in the inbox, it can be tempting to respond in kind. These five tips from a middle school principal lead to better responses.

How to Increase Participation by Asking Better Questions

Framing questions the right way—and scaffolding the right kinds of responses—can help teachers avoid blank stares and awkward silences.

What Does the Research Say About Testing?

There's too much testing in schools, most teachers agree, but well-designed classroom tests and quizzes can improve student recall and retention.

11 Questions You'll Be Asked at a Teaching Interview

Commonly asked interview questions you can anticipate—plus tips and links to resources you can tap as you polish your answers.