High school teacher Jason Walke shares how real-world projects and creative teaching methods are reshaping classrooms and empowering students for future success.
Critical Thinking / Problem Solving
Innovation Coach Stevie Frank previews three short videos with Tim Arnold on media literacy tools from the News Literacy Project. These resources help parents and educators foster critical thinking and guide students through election coverage and media content.
A simple video of a frozen lake PLUS a question about a hockey tournament EQUALS engaged students. Secondary math educator Steve Dull walks through the beauty of building a culture of curiosity.
Authentic Learning. Responsibility. Reflection. All are components teachers would love to integrate into more lessons. Beth Benedix shares her journey (and resources) for doing just that!
How do educators create “buy in” at an age when it’s cooler not to care? Sarah Ackerman took on that challenge, and her students are appreciative!
GPA. Class rank. College honors admission. How do we help students change the narrative and focus on growth over grades? Ashley Johnson shares ideas from her northern Indiana high school classroom.
“Book study” and “CTE class” might not be a combination typically put together. Ashley Johnson shares strategies which have left her students begging for more book studies.
Constraints typically feel restrictive and limiting, but what if they motivate and spark creativity? Keep Indiana Learning Professional Learning Specialist Ryan Murray sorts through this conundrum.