Block Scheduling Tips for Secondary ELA: A Survival Guide
When I first started teaching, I worked at a school with a traditional 7-period day and 46-minute class periods. I was completely accustomed to that
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How to Engage Reluctant Writers with Authentic Writing for Human Connection
Every October, the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) sponsors the National Day on Writing, encouraging educators and students nationwide to share their answers
Supporting Secondary Student Mental Health: SEL Strategies That Work for Middle and High School
As secondary educators, our work reaches far beyond academic standards. We know that emotion directly impacts cognition—a student who is overwhelmed by stress, personal dilemmas,
How to Teach Poetry When Your Students (Think They) Hate It: Engagement Tips & Free Resources
Poetry: people seem to adore it or abominate it. Like many of my middle and high school ELA students, I didn’t enjoy reading poetry in
Make Writing Magical With Poetry
Sometimes students are afraid to write. They may have had negative experiences with writing in previous classes. Maybe they’ve only been required to write for
How to Run a Digital Text Chat for High School ELA (Step-by-Step Guide)
While the use of technology can be engaging and entertaining, it’s also important for teachers to ensure that it supports student learning and achievement. One
Simple Strategies for Empowering Girls in the Secondary ELA Classroom
Women’s History Month is a great time to acknowledge the accomplishments of women and discuss the many obstacles they’ve overcome, along with the many issues
The Ultimate Guide to Student Teaching & Mentoring: Tips for Cooperating Teachers and Interns
Student teaching is an essential element of every teacher preparation program and a milestone experience for both the mentor teacher and the pre-service teacher (or
How to Get High School Students Talking About Literature
How do secondary ELA teachers get students to talk about their reading in a meaningful way? In an era marked by declining national reading scores,