Questioning In The Classroom: An Updated Guide
by Terry Heick If the ultimate goal of education is for students to be able to answer questions effectively, then focusing on content and response strategies makes sense. If the ultimate goal of education is to teach students to think, then…
6 Types Of Assessment Of Learning
by TeachThought Staff What are the types of assessment for learning? And more importantly, when should you use which? If curriculum is the what of teaching and learning models are the how, assessment is the puzzled ‘Hmmmm’–as in, I assumed…
50 Learning Reflection Questions For Students –
by Terry Heick A few years ago, I wrote about Types of Learning Journals and reflection was a part of this thinking. I’ve also shared a small collection of basic reflective questions in the past that could be used as…
Embracing The Future Of Social Work Through Online Education –
Embracing the Future of Social Work Through Online Education by TeachThought Staff The social work profession is on the cusp of a transformative era. Once viewed with skepticism, online education is rapidly becoming a powerful tool for expanding access to…
Strategies To Help Students Retain What You Taught Them
by Terry Heick Reflection is a natural part of learning. We all think about new experiences–the camping on the car ride home, the mistakes made in a game, or the emotions felt while finishing a long-term project that’s taken months…
Statistics Outgrowing Other STEM Fields 2010-2013
Title: Embracing Statistics: A Pillar of Modern STEM Education In today’s rapidly evolving landscape of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), statistics is a pivotal discipline, transcending its traditional role as a mere supporting tool. As we navigate the digital…
14 Ways To Help Students Build Confidence
Once it’s begun, it’s difficult to fully separate the person from the task. When the artist is painting, the painter and the act of painting become a single ‘thing.’ The painting becomes a part of it all, too. As a…
The Benefits Of Meditation In The Classroom –
contributed by Beth Rush, Managing Edition at Body + Mind The image of your 5-year-old sitting serenely on a yoga mat might calm your mind if you’re a harried parent, but does meditation benefit this age group? What can teachers…
50 Of The Best Quotes About Reading –
50 Of The Best Quotes About Reading by TeachThought Staff Literacy—the ability to read and write—is the foundation of formal, academic learning. But beyond reading and writing skills, literacy is a gateway to critical thinking, effective communication, and holistic learning…
How Students Can Transform Their Study Sessions –
How to Transform Your Study Sessions: Notes, Help, and Hacks for the Modern Student by TeachThought Staff Transforming your study sessions from tedious to productive doesn’t just happen; it requires a mix of the right strategies, tools, and mindset. Your…