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How to build math fundamentals and banish the fear of numbers among children Note to readers: HowTo is a series designed to give our readers an edge in matters of competitiveness, upskilling and knowledge gathering. Essayed in a lucid, snackable format, the series acts as a tutorial. In this feature, we offer simple steps to build solid math fundamentals and develop tools to...

Incorporating Simple, Student-Designed Assessments These assessments increase student accountability and provide a way to personalize learning without a lot of extra time and effort.

A Framework for Fostering Rigor in PBL A strategy called hexagonal thinking provides students with an effective way to launch project-based learning.

Teachers: 10 Tips for Slowing Down Check out these ten tips to assist teachers in taking a break and a breath much more often.

Study: Too Many Structured Activities May Hinder Children's Executive Functioning Children who decide for themselves how to spend their time have more highly-developed executive function, according to a study.

Using a strengths-based approach to help students realize their potential - MindShift In their book, "Hacking Deficit Thinking," school psychologists Kelsie Reed and Byron McClure share strategies for reframing how we think about students.

To Increase Student Engagement, Focus on Motivation Teachers can motivate middle and high school students by providing structure while also allowing them some control over their learning.

Want resilient and well-adjusted kids? Let them play - MindShift The benefits of play are immense across all ages, research shows.

In High School, the Kids Are Not All Right With social and academic pressure mounting, a teacher shares what he’s learned about tracking his students’ mental well-being.