85% of teachers say their job is "unsustainable." 55% plan to leave education sooner than planned. For experienced English teachers, these stats... more
"Back in the day, (before COVID) students could actually focus..." Every teacher has heard it. Many of us have said... more
In 1996, Michael Johnson won two Olympic golds by training less intensely than his competitors. Weird, right? Explore how the... more
Why do we design our teaching as if we'll never need coverage when (almost) every teacher needs it multiple times... more
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"I agree with what they said." It's possibly the most dreaded phrase in literary discussions. The polite nodding. The surface sharing.... more
In this episode, we go beyond the witches to explore how Macbeth offers insights into ambition, performance, and mental health—both... more
As October rolls in, join us for a haunting exploration of Gothic literature in the classroom. In this episode, we'll... more
Ever had a student crumple up their graded paper right in front of you? In this Curriculum Lab episode I... more
Let's look at the world of education's hidden curriculum to explore how common school policies can unintentionally manipulate student emotions.... more
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