Whether in the classroom or through distance learning, motivation is a key factor in student learning. Numerous studies have shown that as students interact with information, "emotional amplitude" (fun) can greatly increase retention. This … [Continue reading]
Doom Loops!
Posted on March 2, 2021 Written by
How can administrators break teacher "doom loops" ... those cycles that send promising young educators out of the profession far too early? This article not only shares a typical doom loop example, but also some excellent research on how to … [Continue reading]
Putting Courses Online
Posted on February 23, 2021 Written by
During the COVID crisis, many principals have encouraged (or even forced) their teachers to put courses online. But good classroom practice rarely translates seamlessly to online instruction. If our goal is effective student learning, then there are … [Continue reading]
Failure not an option!
Posted on February 16, 2021 Written by
Due to the continuing pandemic and other factors, student course failure rates across the country have increased significantly. For example, in Detroit Public Schools, course failure rates among elementary and middle school students are nearly twice … [Continue reading]