Achievement, Culture and Teaching

6 steps to a culturally responsive classroom

eSchool News

MARCH 26, 2021

While there is great diversity within our student population, the majority of educators still do not share the same cultural experiences with the diverse students they serve. However, many effective teachers have consistently been sensitive to and culturally aware of student backgrounds. Opportunities for bilingualism.

Culture

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Navigating cultural diversity in American education

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Within the educational landscape, the concept of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) has emerged as a multifaceted approach that aims to promote equitable excellence and validate the diverse experiences of students. Effective teaching is deemed as inherently and inevitably culturally responsive.

Culture

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Transactional vs. Transformational Teaching

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2019

We create a culture in our classrooms, establish norms and routines, and seek to influence our students. As I was reading “From Transactional to Transformational Leadership” by Bernard Bass, I was struck by the parallels between leadership and teaching. Autonomy-supportive teachers: How they teach and motivate students.

Teaching

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Building culture and community takes more than a committee

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The same is true for building a school culture and community for staff and students alike. When I was named the leader of Follett’s K12 business, one of my first priorities was to create a team dedicated to improving the culture of the organization. Our library is a very special part of our school community. Friday agrees with Miller.

Culture

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6 ways to create a culturally responsive classroom

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

While there is great diversity within our student population, the majority of educators still do not share the same cultural experiences with the diverse students they serve. However, many effective teachers have consistently been sensitive to and culturally aware of student backgrounds.

Culture

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5 achievable digital citizenship goals?even during at-home learning

eSchool News

JUNE 8, 2020

It’s true: Educators who can teach digital citizenship as a standalone unit can really dive deep into the dilemmas students face online. But digital citizenship can also simply be part of your classroom culture. Set a goal for yourself that feels achievable—big or small. But does it have to be such a heavy lift?

Achievement

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5 ways to create a strong math culture in your schools

eSchool News

JULY 15, 2022

The culture that schools foster through the messages, beliefs, and behaviors that educators promote can help create a positive attitude among students that leads to better math achievement. Furthermore, research suggests that having a positive attitude toward math can boost math achievement. How can teachers combat this belief?

Culture

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How SEL and achievement lead to academic equity

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Instead, said Duchesneau, educators and staff need to recognize cultural and contextual differences and how they impact students. Nancy Duchesneau, a Research Associate at The Education Trust, said that’s because current SEL models focus on competencies and reaching specific standards without thinking about individual students’ needs.

Achievement

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Why Our Trauma-Informed Teaching Must Be More Culturally Responsive

Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2021

In order to truly address trauma, we must also consider both the cultural experiences and socioeconomic inequities that impact our students. In my experience, teachers who have the most success with their Native students take into consideration these cultural strengths during their planning and instruction.

Culture

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The Balance with Catlin Tucker: Featuring Shaun Woodly

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 9, 2020

He is the architect behind the educator movement “ Teach Hustle Inspire ,” and he wrote the bestselling book MC Means Move the Class: How to Spark Engagement and Motivation in Urban and Culturally Diverse Classrooms. Our assumptions were challenged, and we quickly realized that we did not want to teach the way we were taught.

Culture

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5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and learning, while others fret it may weaken the teaching of critical thinking and increase bias by spreading misinformation about different groups and cultures. 2023, July 27). EdSurge.

Teaching

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The business (and busy-ness) of education

eSchool News

MAY 15, 2025

Of course, some/many of these things–on both sides of each statement–are desirable and they are also not mutually exclusive; however, the latter becomes more difficult to achieve if the former leads the way. Schools no longer, if they ever did, teach just the facts. Schools are becoming ever more busy places to work.

Education

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Using AI to teach persuasive writing to English learners

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

AI-powered tools have entered the educational landscape, and theyve changed the way I teach writing–particularly persuasive writing. Example : For Nours petition, I encouraged him to add personal reflections on the cultural and spiritual significance of the Ganges River, which made his work more authentic and relatable.

English

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Assessment Culture: What It Is and Why It Matters

Edsurge

MAY 20, 2024

While thoughtful assessment design and implementation are necessary for student success, building a strong assessment culture in schools is often overlooked but equally important. ISTE is collaborating with the National Center for the Improvement of Educational Assessment (NCIEA) to explore the characteristics of a healthy assessment culture.

Culture

Culture Beliefs Testing Evaluation

Elmwood School: Where Girls Rise with Confidence, Curiosity and Global Vision

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

There was no fanfarejust a vision, a small classroom, and a deep belief in what girls could achieve when given the right environment to grow. Teachers regularly use technology, not just to teach, but to help students think deeper, ask better questions, and tell their own stories. Critical thinking isnt something we teach once, says Ms.

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The math anxiety equation: How to solve for confidence in math class

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Key points: Creating a culture where all students see themselves as capable math thinkers starts with leaders Key questions that unleash powerful PLCs Ethical PD: Doing right by the teachers who do right by the world For more news on teachers PD, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub One of my first vivid memories of math is of timed tests.

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A New Student Made Me Rethink My Classroom Culture — and the Ways It Marginalizes Students

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

There were few role models who looked like me outside of my family, and the only cultural representations I saw were insulting stereotypes that mocked Indian culture. She told me that although he enjoyed the new school, it was a culture shock from his previous school. Now, I’m not so sure.

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To Close the Math Achievement Gap, We Must Recognize What Students Bring to the Classroom

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2023

Nationally, mathematics achievement on average remains low with glaring, persistent inequities across racial and ethnic groups. According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress in 2022, students in fourth and eighth grade had the largest decline in mathematics achievement since 1990.

Achievement

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New Research from Curriculum Associates: Student Achievement Shows Concerns and Bright Spots in Recovery—More Students Are Behind in Phonics but Some Schools Are Exceeding Expectations

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Student achievement in reading and math at the end of 2021–2022 has not fully recovered from unfinished learning that occurred during the pandemic. Across Grades 1–8 in 2021–2022, achievement in reading and math for students below grade level was still below pre-pandemic averages. KEY FINDINGS.

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Animalia and Rise Vision Partner to Teach Animal Facts and Statistics Through K-12 Digital Signage

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2022

(April 29, 2022) –– Looking for new and exciting ways to teach your students about the animal kingdom? Rise Vision helps schools improve communication, increase student involvement, celebrate student achievements, and create a positive school culture. Rise Vision is the #1 digital signage software solution for schools.

Teaching

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Five ways school leaders can end the year on a strong note

eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Ending the year on a strong note not only celebrates the achievements of students and staff but also sets the stage for a successful transition into the next academic year. Celebrate achievements: Reflecting on the successes of the school year is crucial for boosting morale and motivation among students and staff.

Achievement

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The Balance with Catlin Tucker: Featuring Tiffany Wycoff

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Is your teaching practice sustainable? As an educator with 16 years of teaching experience, I have dedicated the last several years to training, coaching, and supporting teachers. I want to help educators establish and maintain balance in their teaching practices and in their lives. The answer I hear most from teachers is “no.”

Blended Learning

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New Slate of Inspiring and Engaging Standards-Aligned Content Added to Discovery Education Experience for Back-to-School 2025

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

The development of Discovery Educations newest content is based on feedback from the companys school-based partners and makes teaching and learning even more relevant, interesting, and personalized for users of Discovery Education products. The new civics-focused series, Need toKnow Jr., Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

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6 ways principals can improve family engagement

eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2024

They argue that “process conditions are key to the design of effective initiatives for building the capacity of families and school staff to partner in ways that support student achievement and school improvement.” Be culturally responsive and respectful: Respect families’ values, cultures, languages, and heritages.

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The psychology of classroom management: Behaviorist and humanistic theories

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Key points: Effective classroom management is not just about controlling behavior 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture 4 tips to build a strong classroom culture this year For more news on classroom management, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Classroom management is paramount to effective teaching.

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10 practical and actionable tips for summer learning programs

eSchool News

JULY 5, 2024

Districts should incorporate culturally relevant activities during the summer. Summer program staff should communicate with families to highlight student achievements and address challenges. Summer programs should be free and provide transportation and meals.

Learning

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Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Key points: Edtech for edtech’s sake won’t work–engagement requires meaningful use 4 ways edtech tools drive student engagement and build classroom culture How we can improve literacy through student engagement For more news on student engagement, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Student engagement is critical to academic (..)

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Key strategies for education leaders to boost morale

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Gratitude: Cultivating a culture of gratitude within the institution can have a ripple effect on employee morale. Celebrating achievements publicly gives employees a sense of pride and accomplishment. At the end of the semester, recognizing a summary of all achievements in a public forum is a great idea.

Education

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Lessons Learned My First 5 Years Of Teaching

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 24, 2022

It’s always interesting to find out what new teachers learned in their early teaching that affected their later years. It makes teaching easy if kids love to be in the room every day. Below are five lessons that I have learned in my first five years of teaching. Those were the darkest days of my teaching career.

Teaching

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Charting a path forward in K-12

eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2023

Across the nation, the pandemic has taken a toll on our children’s mental and physical health, behavioral development, social and emotional well-being, academic achievement, and plans for their future. One of the biggest challenges district and school leaders continue to face is how to attract and retain a stable teaching workforce.

Achievement

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4 educator reflections on the 2023-2024 school year

eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

But it’s not all bad–educators found success as they dedicated their efforts to improving student engagement and achievement, creating community-based approaches to learning, and inspiring students to become lifelong learners. It has renewed my excitement for teaching because my students feel connected to the material.

Education

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Teaching Bilingual Learners in Rural Schools

Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2024

There, students have access to “gold standard” multilingual programming, a hard-won achievement for any U.S. Nationally, there aren’t enough bilingual educators , or educators certified to teach English as a second language (ESL). But in rural DuBois County, Indiana, administrators are prioritizing English-learner education.

Teaching

Teaching English Language Languages

How video coaching inspires teacher self-reflection

eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2024

Matt Prusiecki, the return on investment has been “tremendous” because “the entire district team is more reflective on practice, we’ve increased teacher retention, and most importantly, raised student achievement by improving the quality of instruction.” We’ve also had an influx of people transitioning to teaching from previous careers.

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Why neurotypical students should learn alongside their neurodiverse and disabled peers

eSchool News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Inclusive education involves teaching all students–regardless of their abilities, disabilities, or needs–in the same classroom environment. These strategies do more than just accommodate individual needs; they create a classroom culture that values and supports all students.

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5 practical ways to support English learners in the classroom

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Understanding the linguistic and cultural profile of your students will enable you to select the most appropriate evidence-based strategies and customize them to meet individual needs. Face students when you teach. In the classroom, the most fundamental aspect of a successful teacher is establishing a culture of trust.

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5 strategies to reduce teacher stress and improve retention

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

School districts nationwide are scrambling to fill open teaching vacancies, and this crisis has a profound effect on the quality of education that students receive. Create a school culture that teachers won’t want to leave. teaching profession over the last half century. Teaching can often seem like an isolating profession.

Teachers

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A Teaching Mentor Once Told Me: ‘Our Ancestors Want Us to Rest’

Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2024

My colleagues, friends and family often praise my relentless pursuit of excellence, especially in my teaching career. My journey into teaching was born from a deep-seated curiosity about the transformative power of education and a drive for social justice. Teaching them is an immense privilege, one that I do not take lightly.

Teaching

Teaching English Ethics Achievement

Will Hybrid Teaching Stick Around as the Pandemic Fades?

Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Stuart Blythe teaches writing courses at Michigan State University that are officially listed as in-person only. But not every educator who tried hybrid teaching of some kind during the pandemic has continued it. Even vocal proponents of HyFlex admit it’s not widely popular among college instructors.

Teaching

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Disengaged Teachers: A Problem We Need to Solve

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 21, 2017

When I think about these three elements in the context of teaching, it becomes less shocking that so many teachers are unengaged. I know if I was asked to teach a canned curriculum, like so many teachers are forced to do, I would no longer be in this profession. My favorite part of teaching is designing curriculum.

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Partnering for a global future: The Madrid connection

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

He knows that having students engage with one another across neighborhoods, nations, and even continents builds cultural understanding, appreciation for diversity, global knowledge and global engagement– learning outcomes we have defined and measured –as well as general academic skills.

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Designing For Deeper Learning: Identifying Challenges and Prototyping Solutions

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

Through our online series, we explored the power of universally designed blended learning models to achieve deeper learning outcomes. Identifying Challenges and Prototyping Solutions Prior to our meeting in Dubai, each school group selected a challenge related to achieving deeper learning that they wanted to address.

Blended Learning

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Empowering Learners for a Global Future

k12 Digest

MAY 14, 2025

Kim is an IB Educator and has led national teaching and learning projects in New Zealand. Kim holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership, Bachelor’s Degrees in both Education and Social Science, and Diplomas in Teaching and Management, is an Independent Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction Consultant, and a Cognitive Coach.

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Empathy Is a Crucial Skill. Here is How We Are Teaching It to Our Students.

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Realizing this truth has led me to rethink how I define culturally sustaining pedagogy. It’s not solely about shifting the content and curriculum but rethinking the way that I teach to reflect the strengths, values, and priorities of my students. Focus on care, not skills.

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Students need–and deserve–a globalized curriculum

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Key points: In preparing students for the modern workforce, think globally A globalized curriculum helps children learn without barriers See related article: 10 things schools need to do to build students’ networks For more news on global learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Learning should be lifelong.

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Building culture and community takes more than a committee

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Why Our Trauma-Informed Teaching Must Be More Culturally Responsive

The Balance with Catlin Tucker: Featuring Shaun Woodly

5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI

The business (and busy-ness) of education

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Elmwood School: Where Girls Rise with Confidence, Curiosity and Global Vision

The math anxiety equation: How to solve for confidence in math class

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New Research from Curriculum Associates: Student Achievement Shows Concerns and Bright Spots in Recovery—More Students Are Behind in Phonics but Some Schools Are Exceeding Expectations

Animalia and Rise Vision Partner to Teach Animal Facts and Statistics Through K-12 Digital Signage

Five ways school leaders can end the year on a strong note

The Balance with Catlin Tucker: Featuring Tiffany Wycoff

New Slate of Inspiring and Engaging Standards-Aligned Content Added to Discovery Education Experience for Back-to-School 2025

6 ways principals can improve family engagement

The psychology of classroom management: Behaviorist and humanistic theories

10 practical and actionable tips for summer learning programs

Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

Key strategies for education leaders to boost morale

Lessons Learned My First 5 Years Of Teaching

Charting a path forward in K-12

4 educator reflections on the 2023-2024 school year

Teaching Bilingual Learners in Rural Schools

How video coaching inspires teacher self-reflection

Why neurotypical students should learn alongside their neurodiverse and disabled peers

5 practical ways to support English learners in the classroom

5 strategies to reduce teacher stress and improve retention

A Teaching Mentor Once Told Me: ‘Our Ancestors Want Us to Rest’

Will Hybrid Teaching Stick Around as the Pandemic Fades?

Disengaged Teachers: A Problem We Need to Solve

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Designing For Deeper Learning: Identifying Challenges and Prototyping Solutions

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