I used to teach in a district where our staff was a mix of progressive and conservative teachers. Our students and their families leaned conservative, but inside our building, politics rarely made it through the door. Then came COVID-19. Almost...
“Self-belief does not necessarily ensure success, but self-disbelief assuredly spawns failure.” (Albert Bandura) Those who are new to social learning theory might not make the immediate connection to an individual’s beliefs about their own abilities; however, self-efficacy is a core...
by TeachThought Staff At the end of the day, teaching is about learning and learning is about understanding. And as technology evolves to empower more diverse and flexible assessments forms, constantly improving our sense of what understanding looks like–during mobile learning,...
by Terry Heick The influence of Berry on my life–and thus inseparably from my teaching and learning–has been immeasurable. His ideas on scale, limits, accountability, community, and careful thinking have a place in larger conversations about economy, culture, and vocation,...
Educators and students at all levels are using design thinking to create solutions for real-world problems. Whether you’re new to the concept or looking for fresh ideas, this updated and curated list features high-quality resources that are free, low-cost, or...
How quickly we seem to forget how much we love our teachers. Don’t get me wrong. We do love them, especially during those teacher-centric times like back-to-school season, Teacher Appreciation Week, and when they go above and beyond for our...
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach exponents in your classroom? We know it can be tricky to break down the rules of exponents—especially when some students are still getting the hang of equations. That’s why we put...
What could be better than brand-new books for your classroom shelf? We’ve scoured the reviews to find the best upcoming releases for all ages, in a variety of fiction and nonfiction genres. These are the new books for September 2025...
The New Periodic Table Song In Order (To Make You And Your Students Crazy) by TeachThought Staff There once was periodic table song whose frenzied pace and extraordinary organization made it seemingly irreplaceable–a classic among classics. There was no need...
Teaching grammar can be loads of fun! There are so many active, hands-on ways to engage your learners while at the same time reinforcing important concepts. Here’s a list of our favorite grammar games for kids, with both hands-on and...
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