How Drawing Can Lead to Deeper Understanding

Plus, 4 Ways to Make Math Fluency Activities Fun [George Lucas Educational Foundation]( [Logo] [Logo text] December 21, 2022 [icon]Set your role and grade-level interests. [Tailor this newsletter]( [lead article image]( [How Drawing Can Lead to Deeper Understanding]( [video icon] Organizational drawings—concept maps and sketchnotes, for example—help students see gaps in their learning while boosting comprehension by fourfold. [4 Ways to Make Math Fluency Activities Fun]( Effective fluency activities can offer students a moment of play, and their active engagement helps cement math facts in their minds. [Using Rubrics as a Metacognitive Strategy]( Teachers in grades K to 2 can use rubrics to guide students to plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning. [5 Steps to Creating a Rigorous Humanities Course]( Challenging assignments inspired by college-level standards can help students broaden their understanding of content. [Encouraging Quality Classroom Discussions]( Teachers can provide a simple framework for middle and high school students to set the stage for powerful discussions. [Honoring Listening as a Key Skill in Student-Led Discussions]( High school teachers can ensure that all students participate in discussions, and that listening is as valued as speaking. [A Framework for Building Older Students’ Literacy Skills]( Encouraging middle school students to read books of all genres and reading levels can reignite their interest in reading. [A Landmark Study Strikes a Resounding Note for Inclusion]( [video icon] New research confirms that the best way to serve students with disabilities is in general ed—not siloed in special education classrooms. [Keeping Students Engaged Before Long Breaks]( Students may be distracted before extended breaks, but activities like culminating presentations can help them stay focused on learning. [Creating PSAs Engages Students in Writing]( Having students design public service announcements for topics they care about can boost their digital literacy skills. [ THE RESEARCH IS IN ]( [Logo]( [Logo]( Follow Us [Follow Edutopia on Facebook]( [Follow Edutopia on Twitter]( [Follow Edutopia on Instagram]( [Follow Edutopia on Pinterest]( [Follow Edutopia on YouTube]( [Edutopia.org]( | [Unsubscribe]( George Lucas Educational Foundation P.O. Box 3494 San Rafael, CA 94912-3494