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It might sound like a good thing, but in many respects with more things tugging at our attention, we are losing our capacity to focus and achieve what we want.

The world is changing fast. There’s more information to consume. More connections to manage. More technology …

How does critical thinking connect to social-emotional learning?

Critical Thinking Critical thinking is expansive thinking, which takes the thinker beyond the obvious and superficial, …

The achievement gap in low-performing schools is an issue that has been pervasive for many years.

The achievement gap in low-performing schools is an issue that has been pervasive for many years. …

I’ve found several similarities and strategies that have been remarkably effective at not only helping students better understand math, but to truly engage and connect with the material in a way that is relevant and relatable.

For nine years, I taught mathematics to an array of students from various ages, backgrounds, and …

Wiesel Camp Mural

Three screens are in the classroom, three screens detailing three lives, three stories of Jewish existence. …

In my role as a head of school and a leadership coach, I have frequently seen the power that coaching can have in supporting individuals and teams in personal and professional growth.

As international schools globally enter recruitment season, retention of existing staff is a hot topic. Whilst …

Providing opportunities for children with special educational needs - in the locations where they are needed most - has always been at the heart of Kedleston Group’s ethos.

Providing opportunities for children with special educational needs – in the locations where they are needed …

Attuning Mind and Heart with the Children’s Interests and Passions

Eight years ago, the ECE team at Shanghai American School (SAS) started the lifelong journey of …

We can bring environmental education into our classes each and every day and connect our young learners with the natural world.

As early years educators, we have an incredible opportunity to impact students in meaningful ways. We …

Using natural learning materials to encourage play and writing literacy

Why do we, as school educators, teach children information they can learn themselves? Children are natural, …

Kindness is seen in positive, personal actions, choices, and behaviour.

Can you teach kindness? Kindness is a character trait and a skill. The eminent Stanford psychologist …

Have you ever had a kindergarten class one period and then fifth grade the next? This is what makes us highly effective teachers and in turn allows us to provide cohesive and appropriate learning opportunities for our students.

Think of the last time you went bowling. How long ago was it? What do you …