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Closing the Gap Between Data and Decisions: From Scattered Data to One Clear Picture

Tier 1 instruction is where learning happens, but too often, data doesn’t translate into action. Discover how HMH Pulse turns assessment insights into clear, next-day instructional decisions teachers can trust.

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How to align multilingual instruction with the science of reading

Is AI improving learning—or just performance?

AI can make learning faster—but are we improving performance or deep thinking where it matters most?

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Better Systems, Less Complexity: The Role of Instructional Coherence

Discover how instructional coherence connects curriculum, assessment, planning, and teacher support to reduce complexity and strengthen instruction.

Zoe Del Mar

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Structured Literacy Approach for Dyslexia

Learn how structured literacy supports students with dyslexia through explicit, systematic instruction grounded in the science of reading.

Christen Ware

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Building Effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in High School

Learn practical strategies for implementing professional learning communities (PLCs) in high school to strengthen teacher collaboration and improve student learning.

Jennifer Corujo

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How AI Tools Help Teachers Personalize Into Math Instruction 

Learn how HMH AI Tools work with Into Math to simplify lesson planning, personalize math instruction, and create curriculum-connected resources for students.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Differentiated Instruction Articles and Resources for Teachers

Browse our catalog of differentiated instruction articles and resources for teachers. Find new ways to individualize learning in the classroom.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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The Future of AI Policy in Education

See how emerging federal AI policy in education is addressing student privacy and protections, educator readiness, and responsible implementation.

Lindsay Dworkin
Senior Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs

District education leaders collaborating to connect instructional systems and reduce complexity.

Better Systems, Less Complexity: The Role of Instructional Coherence 

Discover how instructional coherence connects curriculum, assessment, planning, and teacher support to reduce complexity and strengthen instruction.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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Why AI Must Be Connected to High-Quality Instructional Materials 

High-quality instructional materials give AI the context it needs to support teachers, adapt instruction, and keep learning goals consistent across classrooms.

Tess Reiche
Senior Director of Marketing at HMH

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Technology Works Best When It Helps Make Learning More Human

Explore what educators want from classroom technology and why human connection should remain at the heart of teaching and learning.

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

Educator supports students during structured literacy classroom instruction

Structured Literacy Approach for Dyslexia

Learn how structured literacy supports students with dyslexia through explicit, systematic instruction grounded in the science of reading.

Christen Ware
Shaped Editor

HMH Brand Photos 2023 Small Group MSC 54 16x9

Building Effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in High School

Learn practical strategies for implementing professional learning communities (PLCs) in high school to strengthen teacher collaboration and improve student learning.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Educational Leadership Articles & Resources

Explore educational leadership articles and resources with strategies and insights to support school leaders, educators, and student success.

Christen Ware
Shaped Editor

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The First Year is Just the Beginning: One District’s Curriculum Implementation Story

See how Savannah-Chatham County Public School System approached curriculum implementation with intention, supporting teachers and building the foundation for lasting instructional change.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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How Into Reading Aligns with the Science of Reading for Core Literacy Instruction

See how HMH Into Reading aligns with the science of reading through structured literacy, foundational skills, knowledge building, and integrated writing.

Alicia Ivory
Shaped Editor

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What Are Outcomes-Based Contracts in Education? A New Approach to Shared Accountability

Outcomes-based contracts align districts and providers around shared accountability, implementation, and measurable student outcomes.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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The Power of Vocabulary for Knowledge Building and Reading Comprehension  

Discover how vocabulary and knowledge building work together to strengthen reading comprehension and help students make connections across subjects.

Julie Richardson, M.S. Ed.
Principal Content Designer, Literacy Content Solutions, HMH

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Social Studies Articles & Resources for Teachers

Explore social studies articles and resources for teachers, including instructional strategies, classroom ideas, and insights for engaging students.

Christen Ware
Shaped Editor

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What a Decade of Commitment Looks Like in One Georgia District

See how one Georgia district turned a decade-long commitment to assessment data into a culture focused on continuous student growth.

Sabine Wallis
General Manager, NWEA

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Math at Work: The Math of Trash

Explore the math of trash and recycling with this Math at Work video and free activities using real river cleanup and recycling data.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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How Milwaukee Public Schools Unified Literacy Instruction Midyear with Into Reading 

Learn how Milwaukee Public Schools unified literacy instruction through a Science of Reading-aligned approach, coaching, and districtwide alignment.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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Science Articles & Resources for Teachers

Explore science articles and resources for teachers, including instructional strategies, classroom ideas, and insights to engage students in science.

Christen Ware
Shaped Editor

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