Making Math Meaningful: Reimagining “Real World” Problems in Math

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The question, “When will I ever use this?” is common in middle and high school math classrooms. While students sometimes throw this question out when they want to dig in their heels and avoid work, it’s a valid concern that teachers need to address. Adolescent motivation wanes when the intent and purpose of learning don’t … read more »


Experience the Magic: Canva AI for Educators

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Are you ready to transform your teaching materials? Canva’s Magic AI can help you create, transform, and edit documents, images, and presentations that magically save you time and engage your students.  Many of Canva’s AI Magic tools are only available in pro accounts, but you can access them for free by creating an educator account. … read more »


Enhancing Communication Skills with Emojis

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June is Effective Communication Month, dedicated to highlighting the importance of effective communication in our personal and professional lives. Although civilizations throughout history have found ways to communicate, the introduction of Morse code in 1844 marked the first use of technology to share messages instantaneously. We’ve come a long way since then, but effective communication—both … read more »


The Hounds of Misinformation: What Sherlock Holmes Can Teach Us About Media Literacy

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A letter from Sherlock to Watson My dear Watson,  In a world overflowing with information, the ability to distinguish truth from deception is a skill as critical as any detective’s keen eye. This is why I find the study of ‘media literacy’ so intriguing—it is, in many ways, the modern art of deduction. I was … read more »


6 Resources for Celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month

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Jazz, to me, is a living music. It’s a music that since its beginning has expressed the feelings, the dreams, hopes, of the people. Dexter Gordon As April winds down, there’s still time to honor Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) and reflect on the incredible contributions of jazz musicians throughout history. Established by the National Museum … read more »