Shaped Blog

Why a Good Education Conference Is Like a Music Festival

Professional learning conferences for educators—like the Annual Model Schools Conference—function in much the same way as music festivals.

Kelly Boeing
Assistant Principal, Lucerne Valley Middle High School

March 4, 2019

How to Act for Impact in Your School or District: 10 Ways to Inspire Change

Here’s a taste of what we’ve gleaned and of what you will learn about more deeply when you attend the Model Schools Conference.

Dr. Linda Lucey
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools

February 26, 2019

Improving Classroom Instruction in a Digital World

The Rigor/Relevance Framework gives students the opportunity to take more ownership of their growth and development.

Eric Sheninger
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Aspire Change EDU; Keynote Speaker; Author

February 21, 2019

SXSW EDU 2019: 4 Sessions Not to be Missed

HMH will be at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas, March 4–7, with sessions on equity in education, the new Carmen Sandiego, the future of K-12 education, and more.

Caitlin Henault
Senior Communications Associate, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

February 15, 2019

Do We Have to Integrate Technology in the Math Classroom?

Read about integrating technology in the math classroom and how math technology can be used as a tool to support teaching.

Dr. Matthew R. Larson
Past President, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM); Senior Fellow, Math Solutions

February 10, 2019

Using Blended Learning to Maximize Coaching: A Leader’s Reflection

This approach to coaching is flexible, engaging, and provides immediate feedback to educators.

Dr. Monica Robinson
K-12 Academic Support Programs Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

February 5, 2019

Is It Time for Schools to Teach Social Media and Tech Safety?

With the explosion of one-to-one device usage, schools should develop specific technology competencies around safety, time management, and positive peer interaction.

Anthony Colannino
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Leading & Teaching for Growth, LLC; Author of Leading with Head and Heart

February 4, 2019

What Are Evidence Notebooks in the Science Classroom?

Students use evidence notebooks to record observations and predictions, make sketches, and note questions that they have.

Michael DiSpezio
Author, ScienceFusion and HMH Science Dimensions Programs

February 1, 2019

Debunking the 'Education Is Broken' Myth

Thought leader Weston Kieschnick argues that education isn't broken. The tools we use to teach are just changing.

Weston Kieschnick
Associate Partner, ICLE

January 28, 2019

Shifting Focus to Rigor and Relevance: A District's Path to Change

After MSC 2018, these educators leveraged the Rigor/Relevance Framework to bring their district's mission and vision statements to life.

Allison Pape
Director of Secondary and Advanced Academics, Seguin ISD

Danica Murillo
Director of Professional Learning, Seguin ISD

January 24, 2019

The Ultimate Student Engagement Observation Checklist

Discover student engagement observation checklists that can help you evaluate engagement strengths and areas for improvement.

Nicole Nicholas
Shaped Contributor

January 17, 2019

3 Issues K-12 School Districts Need to Address This Year

In a keynote presentation, thought leader Dr. Bill Daggett explored the need to prepare students for a tech-driven world and teach them noncognitive skills.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

January 15, 2019

Getting Into Math: Facilitating Small-Group Student Discourse

Timothy D. Kanold highlights the importance of small-group student discourse in the math classroom, with details on formative and differentiated student learning.

Dr. Timothy D. Kanold
International Educator, Author, and Consultant; Mathematics Education

January 14, 2019

3 Tips From Meenoo Rami for Successful Mentoring and Networking

Meenoo Rami and Dr. Robert Peters discuss tips for successful mentoring and networking, for both new and seasoned educators alike, at the 26th Annual Model Schools Conference.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

January 10, 2019