From class schedules and lesson pacing to break routines and classroom dynamics, formal education in China differs significantly from that in the United States. The gap is not simply geographic—it stems from deep-rooted cultural values, social expectations, and longstanding teaching practices. Rather than imposing American classroom norms on Chinese students, teachers who adapt to local … Read more

Guest Article by Matthew Pietrafetta, Ph.D. Grit has been both praised and critiqued across academic journals and the popular press, but much of the discussion focuses on researchers and theory. Less attention has been given to the everyday experiences of teachers, tutors, and mentors who work directly with students to build persistence, resilience, and long-term … Read more

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There are many reasons a child may be struggling in school. Sometimes the cause is a learning gap, poor vision, distraction, or a mismatch between the teaching approach and the child’s learning style. Whatever the cause, understanding the root of the problem and taking thoughtful action can help a child regain confidence and make steady … Read more

By Peter Meyerhoff, PhD It’s time to take math education seriously — but not in the way most people imagine. Making math more rigorous doesn’t mean piling on harder worksheets or forcing longer tests. True rigor asks students to use mathematical ideas with equal intensity across procedures, concepts, and real-world application. To reach that standard, … Read more

New Hampshire Department of Education Releases 42 State-Specific Digital Civics Lessons for K–12 The New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) has published the first 42 lessons in a new, state-focused civics curriculum designed for K–12 classrooms across New Hampshire. These digital resources, developed in partnership with Discovery Education and guided by the Commission on New … Read more

Many educators—whether teaching online or in a traditional classroom—rely on a small set of go-to tools. Still, it’s useful to have a wider range of activities and resources ready to modify lessons, re-engage students, or pivot when a plan isn’t working. If you teach English as a Second Language (ESL), expanding your teaching toolkit with … Read more

Robyn Shulman I was honored to speak with Karl Mehta, founder and CEO of EdCast Inc. Over the past decade thousands of education technology platforms have appeared. As the edtech sector grows, it becomes increasingly important to identify solutions with clear purpose and measurable impact. EdCast focuses on technology that meaningfully improves learning and collaboration. … Read more

Learning Leadership Society Podcast: In this episode, host LeiLani Cauthen, CEO of Learning Counsel News Media and Research, sits down with Mary Schlegelmilch, Business Development Manager for Education at Cisco, to examine how the post-pandemic world is reshaping education and how technology will influence learning for years to come. The conversation focuses on how school … Read more

By Kim Darche The teaching profession is deeply rewarding, yet many educators feel overwhelmed by unrealistic expectations and the pressure to find a “perfect” approach. This mismatch contributes to an alarming number of teachers leaving the profession within the first five years and discourages many talented people from entering the field at all. Instructional leaders—coaches, … Read more