If your students can take on complex, multi-faceted projects How to Apply It! 1) Teach students design thinking to strengthen their problem solving and empathy skills, two skills considered essential for workplace success. 1) Identify a situational proble... View More
If your student struggles for ideas to write poetry How to Apply It! 1) Learn to use your surroundings to generate subjects, descriptive language, and rhythm for poetry. 1) Find a student notebook to keep your observations. Then try the following exercise... View More
All students, particularly those who are good observers but don't respond well to direct feedback How to Apply It! 1) The best way to teach students how to act and think through difficult problems or situations is to model or show them the expected behavio... View More
All children, particularly those who struggle with friendships How to Apply It! 1) Self-awareness and supportive adult relationships are essential for developing empathy, and empathy leads to healthier, happier adults. 1) When your child is upset, begin a... View More
If your student reads slowly and has difficulty completing assignments or works quickly and misses key details Teach It! 1) Objective: Students will learn when and how to adapt their reading approach based on the complexity and purpose of the assignment. 2)... View More
If your student has a language-based disability but you want to encourage them to write independently How to Apply It! 1) Speech synthesizers can read text aloud to you, including as you type, and can help you recognize when you make a spelling or grammar mi... View More
If your students need exposure to a broad range of topics and would be engaged in current events Instruction and Practice 1)Objective: Offering newspapers or magazines as motivating and relevant reading choices will support development of reading comprehensi... View More
If your student doesn't take a strong point of view when writing How to Apply It! 1) Having a clear purpose will help you keep your thoughts organized for writing and speaking. 1) Ask yourself "why". Why am I writing this paper? Why am I telling this story?... View More