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Explore videos that showcase evidence-based learning practices in preK-12 schools, and see our core strategies and key topics in action.

  • Brain-Based Learning

    Leveraging Prior Knowledge to Build Understanding

    By guiding students through developing their own understanding of core concepts, teachers ensure that the whole class is starting on a strong foundation.

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  • Student Engagement

    How to Build a Healthy Math Identity

    When students begin to see themselves as math thinkers, they engage actively, explore creatively, and feel more motivated.

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  • Literacy

    Making Literary Analysis Creative Through Thematic Sculptures

    When students use playful materials to build a physical object that represents their thinking, they grapple with texts in new ways.
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  • Brain-Based Learning

    Scaffolding Deeper Learning With Recall Activities

    When students are asked to remember and explain relevant knowledge just before applying it, they arrive at a more concrete understanding of the content.
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  • Research

    A Simple Recipe for Blissed-Out Kids

    A 2025 study showed that more recess time means less stress for students, suggesting that play is not just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for children’s well-being.
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  • Brain-Based Learning

    5 Ways to Help Students Reset Their Thinking

    When students hit cognitive roadblocks, these strategies will help them pause, rethink their approach, and reengage with their learning process.
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  • Research

    Cracking the Code of Math Word Problems

    Organizational strategies that help students break complex word problems into manageable chunks may be the key to solving them, according to a 2025 study.
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  • Classroom Management

    60-Second Strategy: Board Splash

    This quick and easy warm-up primes students to think creatively and gets them in the mindset for class.
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  • ChatGPT & Generative AI

    AI Tool Demo: Turning Passive Video Watching Into Active Learning With SchoolAI

    This tech tool can turn any video into an interactive learning experience that engages students—and gives teachers instant insights into their level of understanding.

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  • Student Voice

    How Student-Led IEP Meetings Promote Self-Advocacy

    When students lead their IEP meetings, they can speak up for their needs—and take an important step toward forging their own path, in school and in life.
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