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How to Guide and Monitor Student Learning

How to Monitor Student Progress During a Lesson

Learn how to monitor student progress during a lesson by using practical strategies to ensure effective teaching and student comprehension.

Jenny Fulton
Shaped Contributor

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See What You Missed at SXSW EDU 2019

Catch up on what you missed at SXSW EDU 2019 in HMH's video series with featured speakers to talk about the highlights of their sessions.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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Vision to Impact: Building Relationships One Child at a Time

After attending the 2018 Model Schools Conference, three educators launched a plan to build stronger relationships between staff and students.

Erika Gilbert
Math AIS Teacher, Gillette Road Middle School

Monica Fitzgerald
Reading AIS Teacher, Gillette Road Middle School

Cynthia Ciesla
5th and 6th Grade AIS Reading and Math Teacher, Gillette Road Middle School

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Why a Good Education Conference Is Like a Music Festival

Professional learning conferences for educators—like the Annual Model Schools Conference—function in much the same way as music festivals.

Kelly Boeing
Assistant Principal, Lucerne Valley Middle High School

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How to Act for Impact in Your School or District: 10 Ways to Inspire Change

Here’s a taste of what we’ve gleaned and of what you will learn about more deeply when you attend the Model Schools Conference.

Dr. Linda Lucey
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools

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Improving Classroom Instruction in a Digital World

The Rigor/Relevance Framework gives students the opportunity to take more ownership of their growth and development.

Eric Sheninger
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Aspire Change EDU; Keynote Speaker; Author

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SXSW EDU 2019: 4 Sessions Not to be Missed

HMH will be at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas, March 4–7, with sessions on equity in education, the new Carmen Sandiego, the future of K-12 education, and more.

Caitlin Henault
Senior Communications Associate, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Math Tech In Classroom

Do We Have to Integrate Technology in the Math Classroom?

Read about integrating technology in the math classroom and how math technology can be used as a tool to support teaching.

Dr. Matthew R. Larson
Past President, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM); Senior Fellow, Math Solutions

Blended Coaching

Using Blended Learning to Maximize Coaching: A Leader’s Reflection

This approach to coaching is flexible, engaging, and provides immediate feedback to educators.

Dr. Monica Robinson
K-12 Academic Support Programs Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools

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Is It Time for Schools to Teach Social Media and Tech Safety?

With the explosion of one-to-one device usage, schools should develop specific technology competencies around safety, time management, and positive peer interaction.

Anthony Colannino
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Leading & Teaching for Growth, LLC; Author of Leading with Head and Heart

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What Are Evidence Notebooks in the Science Classroom?

Students use evidence notebooks to record observations and predictions, make sketches, and note questions that they have.

Michael DiSpezio
Author, ScienceFusion and HMH Science Dimensions Programs

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How an Asset-Based Approach in Education Can Improve Classroom Behavior

Explore six advantages of an asset-based approach in education on how it can improve classroom behavior.

Victoria Raish
Shaped Contributor

Education Not Broken

Debunking the 'Education Is Broken' Myth

Thought leader Weston Kieschnick argues that education isn't broken. The tools we use to teach are just changing.

Weston Kieschnick
Associate Partner, ICLE

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How to Get Back into the Teaching Routine after a Holiday Break

Discover 6 ways you can get back into a teaching routine after a holiday break. Recover from a break fresh, renewed, and free of burnout.

Amanda Clark
Shaped Contributor

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Shifting Focus to Rigor and Relevance: A District's Path to Change

After MSC 2018, these educators leveraged the Rigor/Relevance Framework to bring their district's mission and vision statements to life.

Allison Pape
Director of Secondary and Advanced Academics, Seguin ISD

Danica Murillo
Director of Professional Learning, Seguin ISD

The Ultimate Student Engagement Observation Checklist

The Ultimate Student Engagement Observation Checklist

Discover student engagement observation checklists that can help you evaluate engagement strengths and areas for improvement.

Nicole Nicholas
Shaped Contributor

K12 Districts

3 Issues K-12 School Districts Need to Address This Year

In a keynote presentation, thought leader Dr. Bill Daggett explored the need to prepare students for a tech-driven world and teach them noncognitive skills.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

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Getting Into Math: Facilitating Small-Group Student Discourse

Timothy D. Kanold highlights the importance of small-group student discourse in the math classroom, with details on formative and differentiated student learning.

Dr. Timothy D. Kanold
International Educator, Author, and Consultant; Mathematics Education

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