Teaching Today

Early childhood language acquisition, paired with foundational literacy instruction in elementary school, provides students with the skills they need to learn how to read and write. What happens when this learning is interrupted? How can we utilize early childhood literacy practices when teaching older students? And how can teachers and families support basic reading and writing skills during a pe...

It can be easy to slip into simplifying your instruction during hard times, but students are more likely to maintain engagement when their tasks are intellectually engaging, highlight curiosity, and offer student choice. Special guest: Dr. Adele Bruni Ashley, Teachers College, Columbia University

Culturally relevant curricula plays an essential role in capturing student interest and increasing engagement — especially during COVID-19, when the distance between students and teachers is greater than ever. Special guest: Dr. Marcelle Mentor, Teachers College, Columbia University

Student-to-student discussions are an essential aspect of the learning process, but how are they possible during a time of remote or distance learning? Special guest: Dr. Marcelle Mentor, Teachers College, Columbia University

Outreach, engagement, and age-appropriate ways to stay connected with students and families during a period of distance or at-home learning. Special guest: Lauren Ardizzone, ELA Teacher

Using one of our favorite protocols, we’ll look at the What, So What, and Now What of COVID-19 and its impact on education spaces around the world. Special guest: Veronica Thomas, Office of Digital Learning at Teachers College, Columbia University