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Hmhfield Trips Google Expeditions 472

HMH science curriculum author Michael DiSpezio discusses Google’s virtual reality experience and how it can be incorporated into the classroom.

Michael DiSpezio
Author, ScienceFusion and HMH Science Dimensions Programs

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To celebrate National Handwriting Day, HMH Archivist Susan Steinway takes a look through some of the handwritten documents found in the HMH archives.

Susan Steinway
Archivist, HMH

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Wondering what makes a successful school tick? Principal Al Carganilla explains how strong student-teacher and teacher-teacher relationships are key to classroom excellence.

Al Carganilla
Principal, Farrington High School, Honolulu, Hawaii

Spark Roundup

In this edition of The Spark News Roundup, we highlight a California early learning campaign to shrink language disparities by installing conversation prompts into playgrounds, an innovative scaffolding technique for teaching English-language learners, how America’s academic approaches differ from the rest of the world, and more.

HMHCo

Kids At Computers 472

Former principal and current Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education Eric Sheninger offers insight on how to effectively and successfully execute a digital transformation in the classroom.

Eric Sheninger
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Aspire Change EDU; Keynote Speaker; Author

Kids Working In Makerspace 472

Principal Dr. Kyle Palmer explains how his elementary school has transformed from a traditional school into a more future-ready school, with collaboration, innovation and risk-taking at its core.

Dr. Kyle Palmer
Principal, Lewis and Clark Elementary

Looking Down At Ipad 472

We asked eight thought leaders with over 100 years of combined education experience to determine a mantra to guide educators and administrators through 2017.

HMHCo

Introvert Student 472

January 2nd is World Introvert Day. To mark the occasion, we pulled together a few tips on how to encourage participation in the classroom.

Shaped Staff

Colorful World Map 472

English Language Development teacher Amelia Herrera shares lessons she has learned from teaching refugee students.

Amelia Herrera
English Language Development Teacher, Language Institute at Modesto City Schools

Teacher With Student At Smartboard 472

Wondering how to incorporate blended and personalized learning into your district? Dr. Kevin Cuppett, Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Innovation for Maryland’s Frederick County Public Schools, has some tips.

Dr. Kevin Cuppett
Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Innovation, Frederick County Public Schools

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Dr. Jill Hackett, Deputy Superintendent of North Kansas City School District, shares some habits she has practiced throughout her career to help build a strong and vibrant school district.

HMHCo

Girl Reading In A Library 472

We asked each of our literacy experts to share what they think will move the needle in increasing reading proficiency. Here are some of the tips that stuck with us most.

HMHCo

Teacher Showing Students A Science Concept 472

Former teacher and current HMH program author Michael DiSpezio explains how a “sage on a stage” teaching the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) can inspire student enthusiasm and engagement in the classroom.

Michael DiSpezio
Author, ScienceFusion and HMH Science Dimensions Programs

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In celebration of Computer Science Education Week this week, we’ve compiled a list of 9 apps and resources created by the variety of providers on HMH Marketplace.

HMHCo

Spark Roundup

In this edition of The Spark News Roundup, we take a closer look at the top five practices that successful schools have in common, ways wearable technology could provide insight into how we learn, what the Trump presidency means for education, and more.

HMHCo

Girl Learning Math 472

In a Q&A with Dr. Matt Larson, a former math teacher and current President Elect of The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, HMH takes a closer look at the opportunity gap in mathematics and how effective tracking and assessments are.

HMHCo

Teacher Assisting W Literacy 472

HMH's Director of Literacy Education Research Julia Febiger shares key takeaways from a study from The Institution of Education Sciences about effective reading programs and practices for adolescents.

Julia Febiger
Research Expert

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HMH Chief Academic Officer Francie Alexander highlights insights about the science of learning math discussed in the HMH math webinar series, "Elements of Change."

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

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