The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 13, 2024

“We have kids that on our benchmark knowledge assessments are scoring what is the equivalent of second grade, first grade, fourth grade,” said Fisher, who is also a professor and chair of educational leadership at San Diego State University. Some experts and educators worry the reading reform movement has left older students behind.

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MARCH 14, 2025

These pilot experiences were invaluable we observed firsthand how students engaged in compelling questions, analyzed primary sources, and developed their own interpretations of historical events. Others worried about the complexities of multilingual learners engaging with rigorous primary sources.

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Studies Weekly

MARCH 14, 2025

To her, …education isnt just about learningits about creating a supportive, empowering community. The dynamic and collaborative nature of education keeps her motivated to bring her best to the classroom every day. Education is not a solo endeavor. To tackle these barriers, Frances emphasizes the power of relationships.

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Studies Weekly

APRIL 7, 2025

He received an extensive education in New Orleans through the 1930s and earned a master’s degree and an MD. He received a theoretical physics and applied mathematics education at Brooklyn College, Princeton University, and New York University. DeBakey (19082008) Michael E.

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TCI

MARCH 25, 2025

This post explores the barriers to incorporating social studies and science in elementary education and provides actionable strategies to ensure these essential subjects receive the time and attention they deserve. Planning Support: Provide common planning time, cross-grade collaboration, and resource-sharing tools.

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TCI

MARCH 25, 2025

Elementary education has traditionally prioritized English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics, often sidelining social studies. However, recent research highlights the crucial role of social studies instruction in developing strong reading skills. What is the connection between science instruction and literacy development?

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, educators recognize the significance of integrating AI tools in the classroom. It is essential for educators to tap into professional development (PD) opportunities to advance their understanding of how to use AI to improve the classroom experience. I think all educators grew concerned.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 7, 2022

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. The sessions included educators, students, parents, and community members. Subscribe today!

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 12, 2022

Although GRT has been around for some time, I believe that pre-K-12 educators haven’t reckoned with the degree to which some young people will defend “whiteness.” We must effectively teach students of all ages about the history of racism and how racism impacts current systems (health, education, criminal justice), policies and structures.

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ED Surge

MAY 24, 2023

District leaders, school administrators and educators need sustained support to effectively and respectfully implement the shifts behind a curricular mandate like this. In Illinois, individual districts are ultimately responsible for creating an implementation plan and revising or developing curriculum, but that’s a lot of pressure.

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Studies Weekly

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Consider doing fun, educational songs, rhymes, chants, hand jives, and other movements. Tip #4: Have Realistic Expectations With classroom management, it’s important to know developmentally how long instruction times can be and what you should expect from your students. Choose “Connect with Teacher Advocate” in the form.

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Civics for All of US

MAY 12, 2023

Teaching the Bill of Rights for Educators Katie Munn Fri, 05/12/2023 - 08:50 Body A virtual professional development workshop for K–12 educators.

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ED Surge

JULY 28, 2022

That was true four decades ago, when researcher Linda Smith—now director of the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Early Childhood Initiative—was starting her career in early childhood education by establishing a child care center on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in Montana. Most tribes are not in urban settings, they're in rural America.”

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Studies Weekly

JUNE 3, 2024

Although extra time for educators is as rare as a golden flamingo, spending a few precious minutes to call home to check on a student’s well-being is probably worth more than a golden flamingo. Take Time for Self-Care At Studies Weekly, we care about educators at every level. Are you taking time for self-care?

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ASHP CML

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Three educators describe specific materials and topics that were presented during the 2022 Summer Institute, LGBTQ+ Histories of the United States, which they have incorporated into their own teaching. Two educators describe the impact of hearing LGBTQ+ narratives and deepening their understanding of LGBTQ+ history.

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TCI

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The slideshows deliver instructions, rich primary sources, interactions, and questions. These instructions provide adjustments and tools to support English learners, learners with special education needs, and advanced learners. Professional Development Courses Stay sharp with TCI’s self-paced professional development courses.

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Studies Weekly

AUGUST 2, 2024

The Double Duty Teachers Have Double the Love for Studies Weekly Jul 11, 2024 Video Transcript Speakers: Morgan Mercado and Taylor Wallace, 4th Grade Gifted Education Teachers Morgan Mercado and Taylor Wallace: Hey, I’m Morgan, and I’m Taylor, and we’re the Double Duty Teachers. Taylor always knew she wanted to be a teacher.

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4QM Teaching

APRIL 30, 2023

We got some useful feedback, which will help us to set our agenda for professional development and materials acquisition. That rubric defined “rigor” as student engagement with primary source texts and artifacts. Question Two) — is most appropriately addressed by interpreting primary sources.

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Studies Weekly

AUGUST 6, 2024

Teacher Advocates are only available for classroom teachers currently using Studies Weekly materials. They are not available for homeschools.

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Studies Weekly

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Elizabeth's Story Elizabeth Spasiano has been an educator for almost 30 years. During her impressive career, she has taught Kindergarten, 1st – 3rd grade, Reading Support, and several Gifted and Talented and Special Education programs. And I would encourage anyone who is interested to give it a try.

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Studies Weekly

MAY 28, 2024

Educator’s Guide to Improving Student Attendance May 28, 2024 • By Studies Weekly Education in the United States has changed since the 2020 pandemic and still faces many lingering challenges due to the shutdown. They also help their students develop essential life skills like self-motivation, cooperation, and problem-solving.

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Studies Weekly

JUNE 6, 2024

Professional Development Workshops and Training Attend workshops or training sessions now to gain new ideas and strategies for classroom management and design. Networking Connect with other educators to share ideas and gain inspiration!

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Studies Weekly

AUGUST 26, 2024

” Reading is a crucial skill that helps our young learners become informed, educated, and empowered adults. Learn more about Phonological Awareness and strategies to support structured literacy in our five-part Professional Development webinar series. Institute of Education Sciences. Reading Universe.

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Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Your Studies Weekly Online classroom contains digital versions of your publications and more online resources like digital lesson plans, videos, and presentations you can project to the whole class. Warmly, Debbie Learn more about Studies Weekly Teacher Advocate Debbie Bagley here.

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Teaching American History

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

These are free to attend for all social studies teachers and can be in historical locations, school districts, and educational service centers. For a few hours, teachers can dive into the content of primary source documents through a discussion with colleagues facilitated by a scholar.

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Studies Weekly

JANUARY 10, 2024

10, 2024 • Studies Weekly In today’s digital age, technology integration in education helps prepare students for a world of screens. There has been a significant lack of motivation and engagement among students, and behavior issues are at an all-time high,” said Debbie Bagley, veteran educator and Studies Weekly Teacher Advocate.

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Studies Weekly

MARCH 10, 2025

Primary Source Analysis Tools Engage students with firsthand accounts of the past with easy-to-use worksheets that help students analyze various types of sources and bring their stories to life. In their new home, they could buy land, practice their faith, and have equal standing in their communities.

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NCHE

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Since 2021, the National Council for History Education has partnered with the Library of Congress’ Teaching with Primary Sources program on a nationwide program, “The Rural Experience in America”. The Library of Congress is developing a new education center that will break ground in the next few years.

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Studies Weekly

MARCH 3, 2025

Additionally, a 2015 study found that focusing on student social and emotional well-being resulted in long-term economic gains due to improvements in health, education, and employment. With your enthusiasm for learning, you inspire the value of education and lifelong learning. Debbie Bagley works as a Studies Weekly Teacher Advocate.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 7, 2023

So when they’re not centered in that narrative, or their ideas are not centered, then they tend to say this is not of educational value.” In Philadelphia and Norfolk, it has strengthened educators’ resolve to teach comprehensively about the subject and added to their sense of urgency. course targeted by Gov.

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Studies Weekly

APRIL 29, 2024

The third-generation Japanese American congresswoman was a trailblazer who advocated for women’s rights, civil rights, education, and social justice. Mink co-authored and sponsored Title IX, a civil rights law that provides equal opportunity and protects people from gender discrimination in education, according to womenofthehall.org.

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Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Eulalia Guzman, Wiki Commons Eulalia Guzmn Archaeologist and educator Eulalia Guzmn fought for womens rights during and after the Mexican Revolution. Because of her courage, the Ecuadorians called her the Liberator of the Liberator. According to thoughtco.com, she is still honored as a national hero today.

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Studies Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

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TCI

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

These ten strategies, backed by veteran educator insights, will help you build an interactive and structured classroom where students take ownership of their learning. Transforming Education with Student Engagement. For more strategies, check out how to help students read complex texts. Looking for more ways to engage your students?

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Zinn Education Project

MARCH 7, 2024

As part of our Teach the Black Freedom Struggle series , historian Khalil Gibran Muhammad joined educators Jesse Hagopian and T. We share the text of their conversation for discussion in high school classrooms and professional development workshops. Hagopian: Incredible research you did on that. Now none of this makes sense.

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