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Practical Strategies for Integrating AI and Machine Learning into the Classroom
Artificial intelligence (AI) & machine learning are no longer futuristic concepts. They are already transforming industries, from healthcare to entertainment, & are becoming essential skills for students to learn. But how can high school educators introduce these concepts in a way that is engaging & accessible? Practical strategies are shared for integrating AI & machine learning into the classroom, along with easy-to-understand lessons & resources to help teachers introduce
MacKenzie Blaase
3 days ago4 min read


4 Ways to Make Entrance and Exit Tickets Matter
With just a few intentional shifts, entrance and exit tickets can become powerful tools for real-time instructional decisions. When used well, they help you teach responsively and strategically—without adding more stress to your day.
Here are four practical ways to make entrance and exit tickets truly work for both you and your students.
Angela Snyder
Nov 33 min read


Developing High Ability Curriculum with Depth and Complexity:
Concept-Based Instruction: Building Units with Depth and Complexity, which emphasizes designing units that promote both rigor and relevance, while focusing on thinking over task completion and transfer over recall.
Dr. Brian Scott
Oct 274 min read


8 Signs Your Math Curriculum Needs a Refresh
A strong math curriculum is more than a textbook or a pacing guide; it’s a roadmap for helping students think critically, solve problems, and see relevance in what they learn. But too often, math programs stay static while the world around them changes. If your curriculum isn’t evolving, it may be holding students back.
Here are eight signs it’s time to revisit and refresh your math curriculum, plus steps you can take to make meaningful updates that support STEM readiness and
MacKenzie Blaase
Oct 203 min read


5 Ways to Make Math Class More Engaging for High School Students
Math class can sometimes feel like a dull routine, but it doesn’t have to be. By integrating a few STEM techniques and creative strategies, you can breathe new life into your high school math lessons. Here are five practical ways to engage your students tomorrow with minimal prep!
MacKenzie Blaase
Sep 222 min read


Four Pillars of Effective Math Instruction for K–8 Classrooms
What really works in math instruction?
four key pillars consistently emerge as powerful levers for instructional growth: the Eight Mathematical Practices, Number Talks, fluency-building strategies, and data-informed differentiation. Together, these elements offer a clear, flexible framework for supporting every student, every day.
Dr. Brian Scott
Jul 283 min read


8 Ways to Integrate Data Science into Algebra
If you’re looking to boost relevance in your Algebra lessons without rewriting your entire scope and sequence, these 8 strategies will help you get started.
MacKenzie Blaase
Jul 72 min read


How to Use Data to Drive Personalized Math Instruction (Without Burning Out)
With the right tools and strategies, you can harness data to personalize instruction without adding hours to your workload. Here’s how to make student data work for you—not the other way around.
MacKenzie Blaase
Jun 162 min read


7 Essential Strategies to Integrate STEM in Your Middle School Math Classroom
Here are seven easy-to-implement strategies that will integrate STEM into your middle school math lessons.
MacKenzie Blaase
May 193 min read


Reignite Your Passion for Teaching: Summer Plans to Renew Your Love for Math (and Science)
Summer is the perfect time to rekindle your love for math and science.
William Reed
May 125 min read


5 Powerful Reasons to Use Number Talks in Your Elementary Classroom
Welcome to the world of number talks, where building number sense becomes a daily, dynamic conversation that empowers every student to becom
Betsy Breedlove
Apr 214 min read


To Use AI with Students – or – Not to Use AI with Students? The Ongoing Debate: AI in the Classroom
As educators, we must ask ourselves: How can we appropriately integrate AI into our classrooms?
William Reed
Apr 144 min read


Revitalize Your Passion for Teaching: Self-Care and Reconnecting with Your Subject
By indulging in your subject and engaging in positive habits, you can reignite your passion and maintain a healthy mindset.
William Reed
Mar 103 min read


Unlocking STEM Success: 5 Strategies to Transform Secondary STEM Education
Five actionable strategies to elevate STEM learning and spark curiosity in your classroom.
MacKenzie Cox
Jan 202 min read


AI in Education: Use It or Risk Falling Behind!
Why educators must embrace AI, how it can be used ethically & effectively, & what steps we should take to prepare students for a AI.
William Reed
Jan 134 min read


What Kind of Teacher Are You? Are you a Conveyor of Knowledge or a Facilitator of Learning?
Are you a Conveyor of Knowledge or a Facilitator of Learning? This thought-provoking question encourages us to reflect on our teaching style
William Reed
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Culturally Responsive Teaching: Enhancing Math Engagement, Understanding, and Fluency
This raises an important question for educators: how can we transform math lessons from monotonous to captivating?
William Reed
Nov 18, 20243 min read


The Value of Student Check-Ins
These check-ins allow teachers to monitor student progress and well-being while fostering engagement.
William Reed
Oct 21, 20243 min read


Math in Context: Bridging Classroom Lessons with Real-World Applications
Are students truly internalizing these concepts enough to apply them outside the classroom?
William Reed
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Empowering Students to Reteach: Building Life-Long Learners in Math Class
At the start of each new school year, math teachers often find themselves reteaching skills that students haven't used for months.
William Reed
Aug 19, 20244 min read
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