Educators today wear many metaphorical hats, especially as technology develops. They are expected to become film directors, vloggers, and coding experts, not to mention navigating the world of AI and feeling the burden of their students’ online safety. It can be easy to forget that a key part of the...
As educators, you know a lot of work goes into leading parent-teacher conferences. Hours of preparation go into discussing important, and often sensitive, information with families in a limited timeframe. Plus, talking to parents can feel stressful and nerve-wracking. How do you kindly provide feedback while also making the experience...
Immersive moments have been happening in classrooms for many years. As new technology comes along, we can easily forget that immersion can be achieved with something as simple as a good story. Let’s consider the profound impact that traditional storytelling can have on students. Storytelling has been used for millennia...
To create a cohesive student support team, teachers and family members must come together to encourage students throughout their educational journey. Open communication is a top priority for teachers, as they search for strategies to increase communication and keep families engaged throughout the school year. The DE Team asked members of...
In an age where digital technology dominates, it’s easy to forget that when we talk about ‘immersive learning experiences’ as a way to nurture curiosity, we’re not always thinking about augmented reality or virtual reality. VR and interactive simulations offer exciting possibilities, even with the world of education still striving...
The first two weeks of school are busy. You’re getting into the back-to-school mindset, building classroom community, practicing classroom routines and so much more. You’re also working to understand where students are in their learning and how to facilitate individual growth. Formative assessment is a critical way to monitor student...
Experiential learning transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences, fostering a deeper curiosity and understanding for students. Below you’ll find some information about experiential learning, and five tips for successfully creating engaging learning opportunities that captivate students and encourage a lifelong love of discovery. What Is Experiential Learning and Why Is...
The Institute for Education Sciences, an authority on Response to Intervention (RtI) for math published a groundbreaking report on RtI that outlines a series of intervention recommendations. The report Assisting Students Struggling with Mathematics: Response to Intervention (RtI) for Elementary and Middle schools covers recommendations that were judged to have strong...
Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean students have to stop learning. Everywhere you look there are opportunities for them to expand their math and reading skills. Discovery Education is here to help teachers support students’ learning this summer. Here are six fun math and reading activities that families can enjoy...
Educators, administrators, and corporate leaders all agree: we need to encourage girls to explore STEAM skills and consider STEM careers for their futures. But how? We asked members of the Discovery Educator Network to share content, programs, and ideas they have found to be successful in bringing more girls to the...