Making In-Class Reading More Engaging in Middle and High School

Plus, Using the Outdoors as an Extension of Your Classroom [George Lucas Educational Foundation]( [Logo] [Logo text] October 11, 2023 [icon]Set your role and grade level interests. [Tailor this newsletter]( [lead article image]( [Making In-Class Reading More Engaging in Middle and High School]( Deep thinking and active collaboration aren’t mutually exclusive. These strategies extend silent reading by centering student engagement. [Using the Outdoors as an Extension of Your Classroom]( Regular exposure to the outdoors helps young children learn and develop the skills they need to thrive in school. [4 Strategies to Increase Student Motivation in Mid-Semester]( Students are often excited at the beginning of the semester, and then their enthusiasm wanes, but teachers can help them stay focused. [Finding the Retrieval ‘Sweet Spot’ for Students]( To help students understand and recall challenging material, spend more time in collaborative practices like drawing and highlighting together, new research says. [Setting Up In-House Microlearning for Teachers via a Message App]( Using microlearning approaches and online messaging platforms makes professional learning accessible and enjoyable for teachers. [How to Get Over the October Slump]( Teachers are dealing with a lot of responsibilities at this time of year, but there are ways to stay grounded through the inevitable challenges. [Why I Embrace Seating Charts in High School]( Utilizing seating charts for older students can help them avoid social minefields and focus on academics. [Building Authentic Relationships With Students]( Borrowing some ideas from psychology can help forge strong relationships with high school students, improve their academic performance, and promote a sense of belonging. [A Blueprint for Restorative Conversations]( When student conflicts arise, having a protocol in place to restore relationships without disrupting class is crucial. [Question: Should classroom participation be graded or not graded?]( Share your thoughts, and we may quote you. [ 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