What teacher doesn’t want to do better with questioning? Questions are at the root of all learning, and some would argue an essential part of the inquiry process. And yet, most of us don’t use them as ...

Traditionally, students submit their work on an assignment, after which the teacher gives feedback on that work and assigns that student a grade. Every once in awhile, we build reflection into the ...

Over the course of Lau’s teaching career at CU, which spans an MA in Spanish Literature and now a doctoral degree in Ethnic Studies, they have taught a range of courses including Contemporary African ...

Creating tasks with a focus on students’ autonomy—by providing choices, for example—helps them see the relevance of homework.

Many new teachers step into classrooms that still reflect traditional, teacher-centered models. These classrooms often place ...

Everyone has a unique learning superpower! Take a moment to think about how you approach learning. What do you rely on most when solving problems or studying? How does your chosen superpower help you ...

Empowering students to address social issues doesn’t require a classroom overhaul. Simple, everyday activities can be ...

In a recent post, I outlined 9 ways AI-literate students learn with AI, focusing on how students use AI to support thinking, reading, writing, feedback, and reflection. That post traced the practices ...