NOWADAYS, our young people would spiral into silence, into disappointment if they find their classes requiring rote memory on what they learn. Such a dull class environment results in their attending ...

High-quality instructional materials (HQIMs) are educational resources designed to effectively support student learning. They can include textbooks, lesson plans, digital resources and other materials ...

This week’s question is: What are the differences between Project-Based, Problem-Based and Inquiry Learning? In Part One, guest responses came from educators Suzie Boss, Jeffrey Wilhelm, Steven ...

One of the joys of being an educator is embracing all the differences every student brings to the classroom, while teaching them to celebrate those unique traits in themselves and each other. Yet, ...

The National Science Education Standards point out that “assessments provide an operational definition of standards, in that they define in measurable terms what teachers should teach and students ...

A large, international study shows that problem-based learning is more effective than standard instruction in math and science, and a national survey confirms that students, parents and teachers all ...

Teachers in a rural southeast Michigan high school were recently discussing the odd behavior of the senior class. It seems the 12 th graders were acting more civilly toward the junior class in the ...

Introducing math and science through inquiry and problem-based instruction can pay off throughout elementary school, according to a massive international series of studies. Education economists Emma ...

The Hechinger Report covers one topic: education. Sign up for our newsletters to have stories delivered to your inbox. Consider becoming a member to support our nonprofit journalism. Educators have ...

As Common Core State Standards are incorporated from school to school across the country, educators are discussing their value. It may seem that educators are arguing over whether the CCSS will roll ...

School principals, district administrators, and teacher leaders (including department chairs) are essential links in the adoption of inquiry as a way of teaching and learning. Extensive research ...