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Setting the Stage for Success: Goal Setting in the Secondary Math Classroom

Setting the Stage for Success: Goal Setting in the Secondary Math Classroom

By Constance Hallemeier Research consistently demonstrates the power of mastery-oriented goals in fostering deep learning, motivation, and student growth.
Unlocking Early Math Success: The Power of Subitizing in the Classroom

Unlocking Early Math Success: The Power of Subitizing in the Classroom

By Dr. Sherri Lorton Subitizing—the ability to instantly recognize the number of objects in a small group without counting—is a foundational skill in early mathematics education.
Feedback in Secondary Math: It’s More Than a Grade Pt. 2

Feedback in Secondary Math: It’s More Than a Grade Pt. 2

By Constance Hallemeier In Feedback in Secondary Math: It’s More Than a Grade, Pt. 1, we explored how timely, specific feedback can transform student learning,
Feedback in Secondary Math: It’s More Than a Grade Pt. 1

Feedback in Secondary Math: It’s More Than a Grade Pt. 1

By Constance Hallemeier Secondary math teachers often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities: having a limited amount of time with students,
Making Math Feedback Count Part 2: Enhancing Student Progress in Math

Making Math Feedback Count Part 2: Enhancing Student Progress in Math

By Dr. Sherri Lorton In Part 1 of this series, we explored the powerful role of data in guiding math instruction.
Making Math Feedback Count, Part 1: The Power of Data

Making Math Feedback Count, Part 1: The Power of Data

By Dr. Sherri Lorton Making Math Feedback Count, Part 1: The Power of Data In today’s classrooms, data is far more than just a tool for assessing student performance—it is a vital resource for guiding instruction,
The Secret to Feedback That Sticks

The Secret to Feedback That Sticks

By Dr. Stephanie Brenner When we think about feedback, quick comments like “Great job!”
Teaching Students With Dyslexia 201: Diving Deeper into Practical Supports

Teaching Students With Dyslexia 201: Diving Deeper into Practical Supports

By Dr. Stephanie Brenner We are halfway through Dyslexia Awareness Month! Earlier, we explored what dyslexia is, the five key language systems essential for understanding dyslexia,
Empowering Teachers to Support Students with Dyscalculia: Key Knowledge and Strategies

Empowering Teachers to Support Students with Dyscalculia: Key Knowledge and Strategies

By Dr. Stephanie Evans As teachers, we encounter students who struggle with math, but what happens when traditional approaches like small group instruction and scaffolding aren’t enough?
Reading Fiction: 5 Tips to Engage Readers

 Reading Fiction: 5 Tips to Engage Readers

By Dr. Natalie Fallert As a retired high school Language Arts teacher, I am too familiar with fake reading, skimming, spark notes, or refusing to read.
Teaching Students with Dyslexia 101: A Guide to Language Systems and Support

Teaching Students with Dyslexia 101: A Guide to Language Systems and Support

By Dr. Stephanie Brenner Welcome to Dyslexia Awareness Month! This October, we’re shining a light on dyslexia—a learning difference that’s more common than you might think.
Why Ongoing Professional Learning Matters: The Pitfalls of One-Day Workshops

Why Ongoing Professional Learning Matters: The Pitfalls of One-Day Workshops

By Dr. Carrie Hepburn As the new school year begins, school districts nationwide often kick off professional development with a familiar ritual: the one-day workshop.
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