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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 16d

🚨🎧 Edutopia just launched a podcast! It’s called School of Practice, and it’s chock-full of strategies to improve your teaching today.

Join us every two weeks for 15-minute episodes filled with smart, pedagogy-shifting advice—backed by the research, and test-driven by teachers just like you.

The Look

It’s that quick glance that says, “I see you. I know exactly what you’re doing. And no, you’re not getting away with it.”

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 18d

Introducing School of Practice, our first podcast! 🎧

Join us for 15-minute episodes filled with smart, pedagogy-shifting advice—backed by the research, and test-driven by teachers just like you.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4psx6Zv

Subscribe on Spotify: https://bit.ly/47T3Wwg

The cover of the School of Practice podcast from Edutopia Radio. It features a human pyramid of educators helping each other up.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 26

We’re thrilled to introduce our most personalized feature yet. It’s designed to make every visit to Edutopia more useful, inspiring, and tailored *to you.*

Power up with Homeroom: edut.to/4n12xry

Introducing Homeroom!
Our most personalized feed yet, designed to give you an endlessly-useful experience every time you visit.

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Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy.bsky.social · Jul 3

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

What to Do When Your Lesson Goes Kaput

Teacher-tested strategies for handling instructional snafus—including when to call it quits on a lesson and regroup.

www.edutopia.org

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Paige Tutt @tatertutt.bsky.social · Aug 4

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:

6 Things We’re Getting Wrong About Tech Integration

Despite years of investment, many schools are still missing the mark on technology integration. Here’s what the experts told us needs to change—and how to get started this year.

www.edutopia.org

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Jul 28

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

27 Ways to Optimize Your Classroom Design for Better Learning

A research-based lineup of smart, effective classroom design tips that support deep learning, reduce distraction, and build belonging.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Jul 11

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!

Amy Erin Borovoy, smiling in front of a background of red fall leaves

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Youki Terada @youkiterada.bsky.social · Jul 1

“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...

7 Research-Backed Tech Tips You Can Use Today

From AI tutors that actually work to a simple trick for beating back digital distractions.

www.edutopia.org

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Carly Berwick @cberwick.bsky.social · Jun 5

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!

Scott Storm @scottstorm.bsky.social · Jun 5

Love this Edutopia article by @cberwick.bsky.social ‪‪on igniting student passions! Sage quotes from @amystorn.bsky.social & @anterobot.bsky.social. Examples from ELA teachers using fandoms! Nice shout out for @karismjones.bsky.social & my book! #literacies #iteachEnglish tinyurl.com/2s4r66rs

From Superheroes to Taylor Swift: Using Students’ Passions to Ignite Learning

By inviting students to dissect the texts they love—from music lyrics to horror films—teachers are unlocking deeper engagement and critical literacy skills.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Apr 2

Neuroscientists say don’t write off handwriting! ✍️

Here's why.

🧵 1/10 #EduSky #EdResearch

Why Writing Beats Typing. Brain scans reveal that the fine-motor skills involved in writing by hand light up parts of the brain associated with deeper learning. Illustration of two students at a desk. One is typing on a computer, and the other is writing by hand. There are illustrations symbolizing each student's brain activity: the one writing has many areas of the brain stimulated, while the one typing has fewer.

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Tom Berger @tfberger.bsky.social · Mar 27

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!

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Mar 28

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

The Science of Student Motivation

Noted author and psychologist David Yeager on the common mistakes we make when giving feedback to students, and how to tap into purpose and belonging to make classroom work more meaningful.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Mar 28

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

How to Make the Most of Loose Parts Play in Preschool

From counting and classifying to literacy lessons, teacher-tested learning opportunities that encourage autonomy and creativity.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Mar 21

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.

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Bar chart titled “How ‘Learning Styles’ Can Limit Student Potential.” While 70% of teachers falsely believe visual learners are smarter, a similar proportion credit hands-on learners with working harder. In response to the question “Which student is smarter?”, 70% of teachers said visual learner, and 30% said hands-on learner. In response to the question “Which student works harder?”, 31% said visual learner, and 69% said hands-on learner.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Mar 19

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

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Michelle Manning @manningtechtalk.bsky.social · Mar 14

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

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Mar 11

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

How to Rethink the Objectives of Classroom Discussion

Expanding participation beyond traditional metrics like hand-raising gives more kids entry points into the conversation.

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Anne Noyes Saini @annenoyessaini.bsky.social · Mar 3

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

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Dan Willingham @dtwuva.bsky.social · Feb 21

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...

After Declaring NAEP Off-Limits, Education Department Cancels Upcoming Test

One prominent researcher said the flip-flop offers ‘the first direct evidence that executive actions have weakened NAEP.’

www.the74million.org

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Feb 20

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

It’s Important to Talk About Learning Accommodations With Your Students—Here’s How to Do It

From metaphors for elementary school kids to mindset shifts and graphic organizers for teens, here are teacher-tested tips for normalizing learning accommodations across grade levels.

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Sarah Gonser @sarahgo1.bsky.social · Feb 14

Your insights can help fellow educators navigate these inevitable & difficult classroom moments.

Please share your thoughts!

www.edutopia.org/article/ques...

Question: What Do You Do When a Lesson Flops?

Our community is building a list of strategies. How do you respond when a lesson flops?

www.edutopia.org

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Sarah Gonser @sarahgo1.bsky.social · Feb 14

Do you pivot quickly & adjust on the fly? ✈️

Do you pause for student feedback, turning the moment into a learning opportunity? 🧠

Maybe you have a go-to backup plan that helps get things back on track? 📝

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Sarah Gonser @sarahgo1.bsky.social · Feb 14

What matters most is how we respond.

👉 #EduSky, we'd like to hear from you: What do you do when a lesson flops?

www.edutopia.org/article/ques...

Question: What Do You Do When a Lesson Flops?

Our community is building a list of strategies. How do you respond when a lesson flops?

www.edutopia.org

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Sarah Gonser @sarahgo1.bsky.social · Feb 14

Maybe your students look bored, the activity takes an unexpected turn, or the timing just isn't right.

It can feel super frustrating in the moment, but it can also be an opportunity for growth.

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Sarah Gonser @sarahgo1.bsky.social · Feb 14

Sometimes even the most well-planned lessons just ... flop.

Let's talk about it.

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