Teaching Tips

When middle and high school students set short- and long-term goals, they can see a path to the success they hope for.

Productive struggle is important for students to retain what they learn.

Productive struggle is important for students to retain what they learn.

I really appreciate teachers who are truly passionate about teaching. The teacher who wants to be an inspiration to others. The teacher who is happy with his/her job at all times. The teacher who every child in the school would love to have. The teacher kids remember for the rest of their lives. Are you that teacher? Read on and learn 11 effective habits of an effective teacher.

Placing prompts throughout a text challenges students to analyze and interpret what they read—improving reading comprehension.

Students first need to recognize that they need help, and then they need to know that they’ll be supported when they ask for it.

Framing questions the right way—and scaffolding the right kinds of responses—can help teachers avoid blank stares and awkward silences.