Author: TeachThought Staff

by TeachThought Staff What are the types of assessment for learning? And more importantly, when should you use which? If curriculum is the what of teaching and learning models are the how, assessment is the puzzled ‘Hmmmm’–as in, I assumed this and this about student learning, but after giving this assessment, well….’Hmmmmm.’ In The Difference…

The Precious First Few Minutes Of Class The traditional scene is familiar: Students drift into class while we announce “Your warm-up is on the board,” followed by the usual shuffle for supplies and various requests. But in today’s educational landscape, we can do better with these precious opening minutes. Why Opening Minutes Matter Peak cognitive…

Everyone loves Instagram Reels. Content creators are facing high competition to gain the attention of their audience. Attractive and clean reels always gain popularity.  CapCut, free video editing software, provides a clear interface, which makes video editing for Instagram reels simple for everyone. Users can promptly discover tools and features without getting confused. The easy-to-understand…

Harnessing Kairos: Balancing Structured Time and Learning Velocity in K-12 Classrooms Time in education is about more than minutes on the clock or adhering to rigid schedules. It’s about how students experience time cognitively and emotionally in the learning process. A deeper dive into these ideas reveals actionable ways to create meaningful learning experiences for…

The massive T-Mobile data breach in 2023, which exposed 37 million customers’ data, was a stark reminder: cybersecurity isn’t just IT jargon—it’s a necessity in our digital world. Whether you check your bank balance on your phone, work remotely, or browse social media, your digital footprint is vulnerable to increasingly sophisticated attacks. Today’s Cyber Landscape…

by TeachThought Staff In a world filled with noise, division, and endless demands on our attention, Wendell Berry’s poem The Peace of Wild Things offers a rare invitation: to step back and find solace in nature. ‘The Peace Of Wild Things,’ read slowly enough, can remind us of the deep, quiet refuge that exists in…

College planning often feels overwhelming for families. Parents juggle excitement about their child’s future with anxiety over the financial, emotional, and logistical challenges ahead. Many don’t know where to start, and as educators, we’re in a unique position to offer clarity and guidance. By helping parents understand the process early and in manageable steps, we…

This post was originally published in 2019 and updated in 2024 by Terrell Heick 1. In the article, headline, or social share, ‘who’ is saying ‘what’? That is, what specific author and publication are making what kind of claim about what topic or ideas? 2. Is what’s being stated or claimed fact or opinion? 3.…

There are many obstacles to navigate when running a business. Challenges are around every corner, and one wrong move can cost you. But what if you could remove some of those risks, especially when protecting your business assets? Keeping everything safe can be daunting whether it’s your physical equipment or digital data. But it doesn’t…

50 Inspirational And Motivational Quotes by TeachThought Staff What are some of the most inspirational quotes about life? Well, that depends on what kind of inspiration you’re looking for. Life quotes range across the human condition, from suffering to possibility, hope to sacrifice, love to loss. The best quotes about life are often those that…

by TeachThought Staff AI-Driven Climate Modeling Researchers use advanced AI models to predict climate changes more precisely. This project integrates machine learning with global climate data to simulate potential outcomes. The goal is to identify key mitigation strategies for climate adaptation. By improving accuracy, policymakers can make better-informed decisions to combat climate change. CRISPR Gene…