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Empower Your Students with Our Learning Strategies Playbook in 2024
ACP is giving away a free Learning Strategies Playbook with useful strategies for creating a constructivist and learner-centered classroom.
Alicia Peletz
Jan 1, 20244 min read
Change is the Only Constant. Trust me, I Grew up in a Darkroom!
An instructional coach reflects on evolving beliefs and transformative methods in education to engage students for the future.
Tara Harvey
Dec 10, 20236 min read
Empowering English Learners: Innovative Strategies for Today’s Classroom
Explore effective strategies for ELs, focusing on cultural value, relationship building, and using technology for improved learning.
Christine Trahms
Nov 19, 20235 min read
Culture: the Secret Sauce of Learner-Centered Success
Culture is essential to creating a learner-centered classroom. Explore some areas to consider and resources to make the shift!
Kristy Lathrop
Aug 20, 20236 min read
Four Domains of Collaboration
An update to our 2020 e-book Connecting Together to help with collaboration in your classroom
Gina Olabuenaga
Apr 18, 20236 min read
Better Together: How to Co-Create Rubrics With Your Students
Use this 4-step strategy to co-create rubrics with students and shift assessment from compliance to clarity, voice, and engagement.
Eric White
May 14, 20227 min read
Top Five Blogs of 2021
Introduction As we head into 2022, I always like to look back professionally and personally to set some new goals. While this year has...
Alicia Peletz
Dec 30, 20214 min read
Project Management Starts with Relationships
Introduction My dad has had several careers throughout his adult life: Army officer, knowledge management associate, leadership...
Kristy Lathrop
Sep 30, 20215 min read
How to Increase Student Engagement in PBL with Science Inspired Strategies
Boost student engagement in PBL using science-based strategies like anchoring phenomena, inquiry, and ongoing reflection.
Kristy Lathrop
Jun 25, 20216 min read
A Guide to Self-Reflection
What can I do to always remember who I really am? - Juan Ramon Jiminez Self-reflection is the process of considering, examining, or...
Gina Olabuenaga
Apr 29, 20214 min read
Collaboration Isn’t Just “Working Together”: Build Real Collaboration Skills in Your Classroom
Collaboration isn’t just teamwork. Learn practical strategies to build collaboration skills that promote connection and deeper learning.
Kristy Lathrop
Apr 16, 20217 min read
Top Resources to Support Inquiry-Based Learning in Your Classroom
Find top resources for inquiry-based learning to spark curiosity, critical thinking, and make learning more meaningful in your classroom.
Kristy Lathrop
Jan 22, 20213 min read
Encouraging Dialogue vs Debate in the Classroom for Richer Discussions
Learn the difference between dialogue vs debate in the classroom, and how dialogue leads to better outcomes with empathy and collaboration.
Alicia Peletz
Jan 8, 20214 min read
Encouraging Student Reflection with the Open Mind Learning Strategy
Encourage student reflection and growth with the Open Mind strategy, a process that builds metacognition and self-awareness in the classroom
Gina Olabuenaga
Nov 24, 20203 min read
Inquiry-Based Learning Strategies to Spark Engagement: Try a Reading Frenzy in Your Classroom!
Another month in the school year has nearly passed and I have countless friends who are implementing a new schedule, and some are on...
Alicia Peletz
Oct 30, 20202 min read
Give Families More Superpowers!
It’s no secret that remote learning has come with new challenges for learners and their families. It can be difficult to clearly define...
Kristy Lathrop
Oct 17, 20203 min read
How to Make Your Classroom Inviting for All Learners: Inclusive Classroom Strategies
Foster an inclusive classroom with reflective strategies for positivity, growth mindset, and meeting student needs. Make learning inviting!
Alicia Peletz
Oct 2, 20204 min read
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