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There’s no word that can induce a universal groan from all students quite like this one: Homework. You’d be hard-pressed to find a student who genuinely loves homework. Teachers generally assign homework in order to give students more practice time with a skill. This independent work has long been touted as a great way to reinforce content that was taught during...

I was recently at an education conference and got to know a teacher with an interesting approach to continuous improvement. She explained to me that every year in the classroom, she commits herself to becoming an expert in some aspect of teaching. This past year she delved into the world of arts integration, and the year before that focused on...

I studied French for years in school, but don't remember a word of it. In my thirties, though, I moved to Puerto Rico, and without even trying or taking a class I was able to pick up a basic level of Spanish. Speaking with others who have lived abroad, I know I’m not alone in my experience. THE most effective way...