Evaluation plans – Key to the school improvement process
As my colleague Mckenzie Haines stated in her recent blog post, logic models are a great starting point for planning your school improvement strategy. Once you’ve taken this [...]
Personalizing education in your classroom or school
You already know that individual students in your classroom or school respond differently to different types of learning and subject matter. Whether students prefer remote learning, individual learning, [...]
Overcoming roadblocks in rural education research
Anyone who’s ever led a classroom will tell you that no two students learn the same way. Everyone processes information in a unique manner and at their own [...]
The value of logic models in school improvement
A logic model is a great way to get started in organizing and focusing your school improvement efforts. Developing a logic model can help you think about and [...]
K–12 and higher education partnerships: The time is now
K–12 and higher education are noticeably different structurally, operationally, fiscally, and in their governance. However, to achieve arguably their most fundamental, complementary purposes—development of an informed citizenry and [...]
Making use of assessments this Fall
As students, teachers, principals, and administrators transition from back-to-school season into the nitty gritty of the 2020/21 school year, there’s no shortage of pandemic-related issues to contend with. [...]
North Dakota’s investment in innovation yields early dividends
For the last several years, REL Central at Marzano Research and the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI) have worked together on multiple projects supporting innovative ways to [...]
Facilitating student mental health support systems
Only a few years ago, two South Dakota state agencies were faced with a challenge. With the third-highest teen suicide rate in the country, it was clear that [...]
Keeping (school) spirits high during social distancing
Creativity and innovation are valuable tools for an educator to have, and right now, these traits are more important than ever. Finding new ways to connect with students [...]
Teaching career and technical education remotely: It starts with choice
COVID-19 changed America’s perception of the importance of skilled workers. Rapid construction of medical centers, manufacturing of complex machinery, food preparation and provision, and healthcare support are seen [...]