Checklist: CTE Curriculum Design

Checklist: CTE Curriculum Design

CTE Curriculum Design Checklist   The field of Career and Technical Education (CTE) has introduced new opportunities for students to gain experience and possibly earn certification in technical trades while earning a high school diploma.  CTE programs implemented...
Sample: Project-Based Learning Activity

Sample: Project-Based Learning Activity

Sample: Project-Based Learning Activity   Project-based learning (PBL) allows students to dive deeper into the learning process and shows students what they learn in the classroom is relevant and essential. How do you integrate activities in the curriculum that...
4 Tips to Integrate Project-Based Learning in STEM Curriculum

4 Tips to Integrate Project-Based Learning in STEM Curriculum

How often do teachers or administrators hear those dreaded words, “Will we ever use this again?” or “Why are we learning this?”. Learning skills separate from their real world situations can make it difficult for students to understand the post-academic applications....
3 Best Practices for Training Teachers to Talk Politics

3 Best Practices for Training Teachers to Talk Politics

Today’s polarized environment makes discussing politics in the classroom tricky.  Here are three important considerations to keep in mind when planning professional development for teachers to train them to handle discussions on politics in the classroom. Establishing...