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Benefits of AI in Education hero

We break down the pros and cons of AI in education to help you harness the advantages of this technology while minimizing the risks.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

Just-in-time versus just-in-case scaffolding: how to foster productive perseverance

This article explains why to provide scaffolding "just in time," i.e., when students demonstrate the need, not "just in case."

Dr. Juli K. Dixon
Professor Emerita of Mathematics Education; Elementary, Middle, Secondary, and Post-Secondary Mathematics Education

How to teach indigenous peoples day

Three experts discuss the recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day and its coverage in schools, including resources, teaching tips, and more.

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Explore how teaching writing and providing writing practice instill skills in students that they can use throughout their academic career and beyond. 

Amber Silverman
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Take your class on learning adventures across the country and around the world. This is how to create a virtual field trip for students that will engage and delight them.

Katie Risolo Radovich
First-Grade Teacher

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As educators plan for the future, here are three strategies to consider when it comes to teacher professional development for now and in the next school year.

Dr. Amanda Patterson
National Director, Academic Planning and Analytics, HMH

Using Data in Education hero

Explore best practices for using data in education to drive instruction.

Dr. Michael J. Bolz
Principal Learning Experience Designer, HMH

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Learn how to design an effective classroom management plan for you and your students.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

Bridgeport success into math manipulatives

See how the integration of HMH’s Into Math program is spurring student growth in Bridgeport Public Schools after years of stagnation.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

Personalized Learning Hero

Get the answers to commonly asked questions like, "What is personalized learning and why is it important?" Plus, we provide strategies to reach every learner in your classroom.

Jennifer Prescott
Shaped Contributor

An Introduction to the HMH Coachly Coaching Framework Context

Effective coaching partnerships are grounded in a framework of instructional best practices and actionable strategies that help teachers connect their own growth to that of their students. Learn more about the HMH Coachly Coaching Framework.

Dr. Grant Atkins
Education Research Director, Professional Services

What Is Data-Driven Decision-Making in Education? A Closer Look

What is data-driven decision-making in education, and why is it so important? Learn how using data to drive instruction within the classroom is the most effective way to increase student achievement and growth.

Ashley Cruz
NWEA Consultant, State Professional Learning & Improvement Services, HMH

9 Common Formative Assessment Examples and Ideas

Read more about common formative assessment examples and ideas, both informal and formal assessment methods, and how to implement them in the classroom.

Dr. Michael J. Bolz
Principal Learning Experience Designer, HMH

WF2013900 Shaped 2024 Blog Post Guide to Creating Student Podcasts Hero

A quick guide for how to start a student podcast, with tips and tricks for teachers for the whole recording process

Erik Palmer
Program Consultant, Into Reading and Into Literature

First Day of School Checklist for Teachers hero

Our first-day-of-school checklist for teachers will help get the new school year off to a great start.

Katie Risolo Radovich
First-Grade Teacher

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Learn about the 3 PBIS tiers and how it works with a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to create a cohesive framework.

Mary Dean
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Learn how to implement PBIS in schools. Explore our brief PBIS implementation guide to help you develop your PBIS plan.

Sara Austin
Shaped Contributor

How to Get Teacher Buy-In for PBIS

Learn how to get teacher buy-in for PBIS. For a PBIS initiative to be effective, getting staff buy-in is critical.

Sara Austin
Shaped Contributor

Timothy Mugabi
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Morgan Hugoboom
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