Brenda Iasevoli

Brenda Iasevoli

Shaped Executive Editor

Brenda Iasevoli is a senior content marketing manager and copywriter at HMH. She has 18 years of experience in education, as a teacher and writer. She worked as an editor for TIME Magazine For Kids, a blogger for Education Week, and a freelance writer for The Hechinger Report. Her articles have appeared in newspapers and magazines across the country, including theatlantic.com, nbcnews.com, and The Washington Post. Before becoming a journalist, she was a fourth-grade teacher in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. She holds a master’s degree in Journalism from Columbia University.

 
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What Is Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom?

What is differentiated instruction in the classroom? The answer is key to ensuring all learners get the support they need. Here, we break down the process.

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9 Back-to-School Icebreakers for Elementary Students

Teachers can use these fun back-to-school icebreaker activities for elementary students in the classroom or remotely.

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Accommodations for English Language Learners (ELLs) in the Classroom

Dr. Ivannia Soto specializes in second-language acquisition and systemic reform for English language learners. Here we share the accommodations for English language learners in the classroom that she says work best.

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9 Education Trends to Watch in 2023

Keep an eye on these education trends in 2023.

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Using Choice Boards for Students to Differentiate Instruction

Try creating choice boards for students. These activity menus are a great way to differentiate learning, which can increase student engagement and improve academic outcomes.

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DIY Classroom Flexible Seating Ideas

Redesign your classroom on a budget with these DIY classroom flexible seating ideas.

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8 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Activities

Looking for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ideas? We've got you covered with activities spanning Grades Pre-K–12.

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Talking to Kids about Scary News

Read key tips for teachers and parents on talking to children about troubling events in the news.

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Teach the 5 Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Competencies

The 5 social-emotional learning (SEL) competencies developed by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) are crucial to students’ learning and growth. Explore the competencies and strategies for helping students achieve them.

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12 Valentine’s Day Activities for Middle and High School Students

Get your whole class feeling the love this February 14. Try these Valentine’s Day activities for middle school and high school students.

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11 Education Trends to Watch in 2022

We asked ed leaders from across the country to weigh in on education trends for 2022. Here's what they had to say.

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For Teachers, Social and Emotional Learning Is a Top Concern

Melissa Schlinger, vice president of programs and practice at CASEL, talks prioritizing students’ well-being and effectively integrating SEL in schools.

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Building Respect for Teachers: What Can Be Done?

Our latest Educator Confidence Report shows many teachers don't feel that respect for the profession has increased in the last year, after feeling an initial surge of appreciation at the start of the pandemic. Here’s what can be done.

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One-on-One Teaching Strategies to Reach All Learners

Make time in your packed schedule for one-on-one teaching strategies that deliver big benefits for students.

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9/11 Activities for Elementary Students

How do you teach younger students about the September 11, 2001 attacks and their impact? We've got you covered with these 9/11 activities for elementary school.

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Accelerated Learning Techniques for the Classroom

Need to catch kids up or move them forward? Try these research-backed accelerated learning techniques.

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6 Virtual End-of-School Year Celebration Ideas

School will soon be out. Give your students a special send-off with these virtual end-of-school-year celebration ideas.

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Virtual Teacher Appreciation Week 2024: How to Celebrate Remotely

Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week! We've created 2024 virtual Teacher Appreciation Week ideas during COVID-19 just for you. Explore ways administrators, parents, caregivers, and students can show their appreciation for teachers—this week and all year long.

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