Plus, Yes, Field Trips Are Worth the Effort
George Lucas Educational Foundation
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April 13, 2022

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My 5th Graders Like Taking Math Tests 

By rebranding exams as ‘checkpoints’ and administering them every two weeks, this school has seen a dramatic decrease in testing anxiety. 

Yes, Field Trips Are Worth the Effort 

Culturally-enriching trips can boost grades and decrease absences and behavioral infractions, new research reveals. 

A Shift From Lecturing to Facilitating Learning in Math 

When teachers take a step back from center stage, they create space for students to collaborate as active math learners.

How To Refine Your Teaching Practice With Springtime Reflection 

Establishing a regular cycle of reflection allows new and experienced teachers alike to sharpen their practice. 

Teaching Students How to Have Meaningful Conversations 

This crucial life skill improves with classroom practice—and many students may benefit from a refresher.

Developing Emotional Literacy Across the Grade Levels 

Teaching students how to identify and express their own emotions—and consider those of others—empowers them and sets them up for learning. 

Using Inquiry to Support Deeper Learning 

Teachers can use 'effortful' follow-up questions to refine and extend student thinking about important concepts in a lesson.

Getting Started With Learner-Led Conferences 

Unlike traditional parent-teacher meetings, learner-led conferences let students reflect on what went well, what they struggled with, and what their next steps are.

Using Collaborative Content Curation for Professional Development 

Having teachers work together to seek out and evaluate potential new teaching materials is a valuable PD opportunity.

Equity in Schools Begins With Changing Mindsets 

A new book explores how school leaders can foster equity by building a culture where teachers and students see their purpose and experience success.

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