3 ways to ask questions that engage the whole class. Plus: debunking the IQ-dyslexia myth

on Wednesday, October 9, 2019

3 Ways to Ask Questions That Engage the Whole Class; Debunking the IQ-Dyslexia Myth; Why Boredom Often Beats Screen Time |

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October 9, 2019
You can get all students to grapple with a question.
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3 Ways to Ask Questions That Engage the Whole Class

These techniques guide all students to process course content and then actively demonstrate their learning.



Students with dyslexia are as bright as their peers.
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Debunking the IQ-Dyslexia Myth

Children with dyslexia who struggle to read often conclude they're not smart enough to master the materials—but the research says that's wrong.



The brain needs downtime to generate new ideas.
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Why Boredom Often Beats Screen Time

Teaching the nuances of when and how to use technology—and leaving room for boredom—can be invaluable, says journalist Manoush Zomorodi.



Thinking conceptually gives students a context for the facts they learn.
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Ways to Boost Students' Conceptual Thinking

Coaching students to think in terms of concepts helps them understand how to apply their learning in the future.



A look at the current state of consent education in the early grades
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Teaching Consent to Elementary Students

Teaching consent in the elementary grades means using nonsexual situations to guide students to assert and respect boundaries.





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