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5 Tips to Ensure Connected Professional Learning for Teachers This Fall

This fall, education leaders should encourage a culture of reflection among their staff and tailor professional development to the current situation amid COVID-19.

Dr. Grant Atkins
Education Research Director, Professional Services

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Phoenix Rising: A Story of School Transformation

Florida’s Miami-Dade County Public Schools' story of transformation is one of dedication, inspiration, and building a bridge to the future.

Glenn Greenberg
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3 Assessment Challenges in a Remote Learning Environment

The pandemic poses challenges when it comes to how we acquire data through assessment and shines a spotlight on the inequalities that exist in our educational system.

Dr. Vytas Laitusis
Education Research Director, Supplemental & Intervention Math

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Forgotten Stories of the Oregon Trail: Trailblazing Business

Read about an entrepreneur on the Oregon Trail and download a free activity to help kids make a business plan.

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Kindergarten Summer Reading Activities: Fun and Games

Explore five days of reading and learning activities designed to engage your child in an exploration of sports, games, and having fun.

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Great Summer Reads with Carol Jago: Graphic Books for Grades 6-8

Graphic novels are hugely popular with readers of all ages. They capture our attention and keep us turning pages compulsively.

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Grades 1–2 Summer Reading Activities: Fun and Games

Discover five days of reading and learning activities designed to engage your child in an exploration of sports, games, and having fun.

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Grades 3–5 Summer Reading Activities: Fun and Games

Explore five days of reading and learning activities designed to engage your child in an exploration of sports, games, and puzzles.

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Great Summer Reads with Carol Jago: Graphic Books for Grades 9–12

Graphic novels are hugely popular with readers of all ages. They capture our attention and keep us turning pages compulsively.

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Grades 9–12 Remote Learning Summer Science Activities: Conservation

Explore a variety of scientific learning activities to engage in environmental conservation.

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Actividades de ciencias de Grados 6-8 para el aprendizaje a distancia de verano: Alto en el cielo

Explora una variedad de actividades de aprendizaje de ciencias para relacionarte con objetos en el cielo.

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Grades 6–8 Science Activities: Conservation

Explore a variety of scientific learning activities to engage in environmental conservation.

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Grades 3-5 Remote Learning Summer Science Activities: Conservation

Explore a variety of scientific learning activities to engage your child in environmental conservation.

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Confronting Racism Up Close: A Q&A with Christian Cooper

Christian Cooper takes part in a Q&A to discuss the racist incident he experienced in Central Park, what people can learn from it, growing up black and gay in America, writing for Marvel Comics, and how to birdwatch effectively.

Glenn Greenberg
Shaped Contributor

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Debunking PBIS Criticisms and Myths: Why Does PBIS Work?

Explore 7 PBIS criticisms and myths. Certain fundamental aspects of PBIS are misunderstood, which can affect the way it's perceived.

Timothy Mugabi
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Read by Grade 3: Developing Foundational Skills for All Children

Dr. Shane Templeton explains how students can be well on their way to reading proficiency by the end of Grade 3.

Dr. Shane Templeton
Foundation Professor Emeritus, Literacy Studies, University of Nevada, Reno; Into Reading Program Author

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What Are the Advantages of Distance Education?

What are the advantages of distance learning? Discover the advantages of distance education and how it is transforming education in the wake of COVID-19.

Amanda Clark
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Grades 1-2 Remote Learning Summer Science Activities: Conservation

Explore a variety of scientific learning activities to engage your child in environmental conservation.

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