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"What if, in spite of painstaking prep, the lesson falls flat?" @sarahgo1.bsky.social via @edutopia.org www.edutopia.org/article/what...

When researching what can go wrong w/ #edtech integration (at the classroom/building/and district level), I found educators citing the exact same problems today that they flagged 10+ years ago. I went out searching for guidance on carving a path forward. My latest for @edutopia.org:

Classroom design is partly an art, and partly a science. To make it easier for you this year, we compiled 27 research-backed, teacher-tested tips. Check ‘em out below. 👇 #ClassroomDesign #BackToSchool #EduSky

Today, we're celebrating *20 years* with our wonderful Director of Video, @video-amy.bsky.social 🎉 We're proud & grateful to have had Amy's creativity and passion on the team for 2 whole decades. Thank you for shaping Edutopia's story, Amy—and for sharing the stories of educators around the world!

“Technological skills are projected to grow in importance more rapidly than any other skills in the next five years,” concludes the World Economic Forum in its 2025 Future of Jobs Report. My latest @edutopia.org article with the amazing @tatertutt.bsky.social: www.edutopia.org/article/7-re...

It was so fun to report on teachers being wildly creative in eliciting student genre passions to allow for engagement and deep analysis. Thanks @scottstorm.bsky.social for sharing your insights and reposting!

Neuroscientists say don’t write off handwriting! ✍️ Here's why. 🧵 1/10 #EduSky #EdResearch

Educators, what brilliant uses of tech have you seen this year? For an @edutopia.org story, we’re gathering standout examples—with or without AI—that truly elevate teaching and learning. Whether it’s your own strategy or one from another educator, we’d love to hear what’s surprised or inspired you!

Why do students ignore feedback? Edutopia’s @youkiterada.bsky.social spoke to psychologist David Yeager to take a peek inside a student’s brain for answers. 🧠 🔍 #EduSky #teachers

That cluttered junk drawer? It’s a curriculum goldmine for preschoolers. 📎🥄🔩 Here’s how #LoosePartsPlay with household castoffs can transform learning into hands-on exploration and lay the groundwork for creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. #PreK #preschool

The notion that students have “learning styles” has been thoroughly debunked. New research has uncovered another big problem with the idea: Labeling kids as “visual learners” or “hands-on learners” can reinforce harmful misconceptions about students’ strengths and weaknesses. 🧵1/6 #EduSky

Got questions about improving your grading practice, enhancing assessments, or tapping into student motivation? Edutopia’s @tatertutt.bsky.social is speaking with veteran educator and instructional coach @mrrablin.bsky.social about his book Hacking Student Motivation. #EdChat #assessment #EduSky

I’m honored to be a part of the panel that will discuss the one question we’ve been hearing lately: How can AI help me save time without losing the personal touch that makes our work so impactful? Join us at Edutopia’s free virtual event to get practical strategies: bit.ly/41GVRFW #edusky #eduai

When classroom participation moves beyond a box-checking activity, students have an entry point to meaningfully engage in conversations, think critically, and close gaps in understanding. 💬⭐ #EduSky

We want to hear from you—literally. Your message could be featured in an upcoming podcast! #EduSky

Cancelling NAEP is a terrible idea. It’s the most reliable metric of how schools are doing (on one important dimension) www.the74million.org/article/afte...

Edutopia’s @annenoyessaini.bsky.social spoke to veteran educators and gathered their best tips for discussing learning accommodations with students—at *every* grade level. 💬 #EduSky #SpecialEducation

Sometimes even the most well-planned lessons just ... flop. Let's talk about it.

In a time where most online comment sections are dumpster fires, I'm proud of the culture we're building in the @edutopia.org comments! (We recently reopened them after some time without). This is a great example: teachers sharing what works when a lesson flops: www.edutopia.org/article/ques...

Happy Friday! On a scale of medieval lions, how are you doing today? I *love* this teacher's way of taking attendance with a goofy question—it gets all the kids tuned in and kicks her class off with a little joy. Latest video via @edutopia.org: www.edutopia.org/video/60-sec...

Math teachers: Edutopia assistant editor Daniel Leonard wants to know about your go-to apps and tools! #EduSky #MathSky

It was great working with @chelseabeck.bsky.social on this illustration of Spencer Russell for Edutopia! Chelsea is a super talented illustrator and and equally great art director. I wish all projects were this fun!

A math teacher reached out with a question: “My 8th graders took their first Algebra exam of the year, and half failed the test. What do I do now?” #EduSky, what suggestions do you have for this teacher needing help?

Hello! I'm a new editor at Edutopia -- I'd love to hear from educators who are podcast fans. Is there a podcast you love? Tell me why. (And stay tuned for more podcast news from Edutopia!)

Former educator turned TikTok #literacy influencer Spencer Russell spoke with Edutopia’s @tatertutt.bsky.social about what he thinks we get wrong about reading instruction, and how to start fixing it today. 📖

This year, @edutopia.org put together a collection of our most widely-read, impactful research articles and videos—covering everything from classroom management and executive function to belonging, grading, and engagement. #EduSky Go check it out: www.edutopia.org/package/a-co...

The connection between feedback and self-sufficiency is the focus of my new @edutopia.org piece -- check it out: www.edutopia.org/article/feed...

Day one at #FETC2025: Several educators recommended I stop by one of @lesliefisher.bsky.social's sessions (if I could get in, standing room only)! Spent the last 2 hours having my mind blown by her fave AI-powered apps: Brisk, Almanack, Knowt... to name a few. Catch her next session if you can!

Teachers make a difference. In a recent study, nearly 1 in 3 new teachers say they were inspired to teach by the lasting impact of their previous teachers. doi.org/10.3102/0013... #EduSky

Check out this new article by @cathleenbeachbd.bsky.social with good ideas for making small changes in the classroom layout to aid learning, and a cool animated image at the top: www.edutopia.org/article/boos...

I'm writing about how teachers talk to their classes (or students 1:1) about learning differences, pullouts, interventions, accommodations, etc. -- across all grade levels. If you have an approach you love, please reach out.

Stories in March 2024 reported that tutoring not only helps students catch up academically, but motivates them to attend school. An academic paper, which came out in Dec., calculated that the increase in attendance amounts to only an extra day, on average. hechingerreport.org/proof-points...

The inspiring debates and powerful ideas that energized, worried, and motivated you—the Edutopia community—this year. 💭

Another excellent piece of work by @youkiterada.bsky.social - "The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2024" www.edutopia.org/article/the-...

An incredible opportunity to build groundbreaking learning experiences for students at the George Lucas Educational Foundation. Join our innovative team at Lucas Learning as we create next-generation project-based simulations. 💫 apply.workable.com/glef/j/E4221...

If you: 📈 Like to stay on top of education research 📈 Want practical summaries of the latest and most impactful studies 📈 Love charts 📈 Want research-based tips for the classroom Then sign up for @edutopia.org's research newsletter, coming out this weekend! www.edutopia.org/go/the-resea... #EduSky

Sal Khan: "We are building toward a world where a teacher or a school can upload curriculum & academic standards—and then the AI can work with a teacher to plan the entire year to include not just scope and sequence, but pacing." A🧵 from our interview with Sal Khan www.edutopia.org/article/how-...