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13 Pros and Cons of Technology in the Classroom

Technology is a powerful tool that can positively impact learning. Explore the pros and potential cons of technology use in the classroom.

Casey Brown
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Fun Professional Development Activities for Teachers 

Professional development can be enjoyable and effective. Get tips to ensure that it not only addresses serious aspects of teaching but also brings joy.

Amanda Partida
Lead Instructional Designer, HMH

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8 Thoughtful End-of-Year Teacher Reflection Questions to Keep Growing as Educators

Explore 8 end-of-year teacher reflection questions to ponder as an educator.

Shaddoe Lambert
Former Teacher; HMH Product Manager

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6 Tips for Building Positive Relationships with Parents and Caregivers

Discover 6 tips for building positive relationships with parents and guardians that will strengthen connections and boost student success!

Mary Dean
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Are Your Interventions Creating the Outcomes You Want at Scale? 

Learn how district leaders can scale effective interventions to drive student success. Explore strategies for system coherence, professional learning, and accountability to improve student outcomes.

Dr. Suzanne Jimenez
Director of Academic Planning and Data Analytics at HMH

Dr. Bonnie Cochran
Director of Academic Planning and Analytics, HMH

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Becoming Students’ Champion: How Miami-Dade Educators Support Student Success with Read 180 

Miami-Dade educators share how they guided and empowered students in becoming better readers with Read 180.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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What Is RTI in Elementary School? A Powerful Tool, Reimagined

This blog post explores the question, “What is RTI in elementary school?” and how RTI serves as a powerful framework to ensure all students have the right support they need to succeed.

Dr. Bonnie Cochran
Director of Academic Planning and Analytics, HMH

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Making Math Fun: 7 Small-Group Math Activities and Lessons

Try these 7 small-group math activities and lessons to make math learning fun and improve student outcomes

Dana Leon
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7 Research-Based Math Interventions for Elementary Students

Try these research-based math interventions for elementary students to help raise math achievement for students struggling in math.

Dana Leon
Shaped Contributor

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How to Keep Students Engaged in the Classroom

Learn how to keep students engaged in the classroom. Explore 5 teaching strategies to engage students in a lesson.

Jenny Fulton
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What Is Pedagogical Content Knowledge?

Get the answer to the question "What is pedagogical content knowledge?" and learn about its crucial role in effective instruction.

Dr. Grant Atkins
Education Research Director, Professional Services

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Structured Literacy vs. Science of Reading 

Understanding the distinctions between structured literacy vs. the science of reading can be crucial to ensuring that reading programs are designed to support students effectively.

Amber Silverman
Shaped Contributor

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6 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Activities

Looking for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ideas? We've got you covered with activities spanning Grades Pre-K–12.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Not All Tech Is Created Equal: Transforming Classrooms with Purposeful Technology

This article breaks down the different ways that technology can be used in the classroom, with practical tips for implementing it.

Shawn Young
SVP, Product Management and Strategy, Core Classroom and Integrated Solutions

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The Impact of AI On One School District: A Conversation with Dr. Kecia Ray and Jerry Almendarez

Edtech expert, Dr. Kecia Ray, recently sat down with Jerry Almendarez, the superintendent of Santa Ana Unified School District in California, to discuss embracing AI with the help of teachers and stakeholders.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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How to Use Game-Based Learning in the Classroom

Discover how game-based learning in the classroom helps to engage students by directly involving them in the learning process.

Aleksandr Hovhannisyan
Shaped Contributor

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2024–2025 Monthly Calendar Themes for School

Check out these monthly calendar themes for school, complete with teaching resources for holidays and other days of significance for all grade levels.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

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Shaped Executive Editor

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6 Fun Field Trip Ideas for Middle School Students

Explore 6 out-of-the-box field trip ideas for middle school students to connect them to real-world learning that they’ll always remember.

Amanda Clark
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