Open Mind: Fostering Self-Awareness Through Student Reflection
Boost student reflection and self-awareness with the Open Mind strategy, helping students visualize their thoughts in any context like, PBL.
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Rachel Harcrow
Oct 210 min read
Unlocking Student Engagement Step-by-Step: A Deep Dive into a Successful PBL Experience
Discover the power of PBL with a real-world project example. Streamline planning with The Project Builder to boost student engagement.
Christine Trahms
Jul 288 min read
Eight Inclusive Classroom Strategies for New Educators
Discover easy strategies for new teachers to create an inclusive classroom, build relationships, and understand student needs from day one.
Dr. Jacqueline Arce
May 216 min read
Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Interdisciplinary Learning
Unlock student potential with meaningful interdisciplinary learning that fosters critical thinking and real-world problem-solving.
Kristy Lathrop
Feb 183 min read
Revitalizing the Learning Journey: Mid-Year Classroom Norms Check-In
Learn how to create and revisit norms in pursuit of a learner-centered culture
Alicia Peletz
Jan 14 min read
Empower Your Students with Our Learning Strategies Playbook in 2024
ACP is giving away a free Learning Strategies Playbook with useful strategies for creating a constructivist and learner-centered classroom.
Tara Harvey
Dec 10, 20236 min read
Change is the Only Constant. Trust me, I Grew up in a Darkroom!
An instructional coach reflects on evolving beliefs and transformative methods in education to engage students for the future.
Christine Trahms
Nov 19, 20235 min read
Empowering English Learners: Innovative Strategies for Today’s Classroom
Explore effective strategies for ELs, focusing on cultural value, relationship building, and using technology for improved learning.
Kristy Lathrop
Aug 20, 20236 min read
Culture: the Secret Sauce of Learner-Centered Success
Culture is essential to creating a learner-centered classroom. Explore some areas to consider and resources to make the shift!
Gina Olabuenaga
Apr 18, 20236 min read
Four Domains of Collaboration
An update to our 2020 e-book Connecting Together to help with collaboration in your classroom
Eric White
May 14, 20225 min read
Better Together: How to Co-Construct Rubrics With Your Students
A step-by-step guide on how to co-construct rubrics with students.
Alicia Peletz
Dec 30, 20214 min read
Top Five Blogs of 2021
Introduction As we head into 2022, I always like to look back professionally and personally to set some new goals. While this year has...
Kristy Lathrop
Sep 30, 20215 min read
Project Management Starts with Relationships
Introduction My dad has had several careers throughout his adult life: Army officer, knowledge management associate, leadership...
Kristy Lathrop
Jun 25, 20216 min read
Are Your Students Losing Interest in Your Project? Borrow Strategies from Science Classrooms!
“How do I get students to become more interested in projects?” My colleague Alicia recently gave a group of teachers an “Ask me anything”...
Gina Olabuenaga
Apr 29, 20214 min read
A Guide to Self-Reflection
What can I do to always remember who I really am? - Juan Ramon Jiminez Self-reflection is the process of considering, examining, or...
Kristy Lathrop
Apr 16, 20217 min read
Collaboration isn't "Working Together" (Plus Resources!)
Collaboration is so much more than simply working together. Here are resources and guidance to help make collaboration more effective!
Kristy Lathrop
Jan 22, 20213 min read
Top Resources to Support Inquiry-Based Learning in Your Classroom
Find top resources for inquiry-based learning to spark curiosity, critical thinking, and make learning more meaningful in your classroom.
Alicia Peletz
Jan 8, 20214 min read
Encouraging Dialogue vs Debate in the Classroom for Richer Discussions
Learn the difference between dialogue vs debate in the classroom, and how dialogue leads to better outcomes with empathy and collaboration.
Gina Olabuenaga
Nov 24, 20203 min read
Encouraging Student Reflection with the Open Mind Learning Strategy
Encourage student reflection and growth with the Open Mind strategy, a process that builds metacognition and self-awareness in the classroom
Alicia Peletz
Oct 30, 20202 min read
Inquiry-Based Learning Strategies to Spark Engagement: Try a Reading Frenzy in Your Classroom!
Another month in the school year has nearly passed and I have countless friends who are implementing a new schedule, and some are on...
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