Every teacher has been there: one class period, 25 students, and what feels like 25 different ability levels. Some students breeze through the content, others need extra support, and a few are somewhere in the middle: bored, confused, or disengaged.

We all know there’s no such thing as a free lunch. But sometimes, there are free-to-you resources—like Stossel in the Classroom—that are rock solid and valuable to teachers, saving you time and providing excellent materials for your classroom.

Equip your students with an entrepreneurial mindset. Teach problem-solving, creativity, and resilience with engaging lesson plans and free classroom resources. Explore free videos, lesson plans, and real-world examples to inspire the next generation of innovators.

As the school year winds down, it’s the perfect time to encourage students to reflect on their learning experiences. Whether they’re in elementary school, high school, or somewhere in between, reflective writing can be a powerful...

Your students are frequently assigned research-based tasks, yet they must navigate a constant stream of misinformation, especially from social media and influencers who often misquote or misinterpret information...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world around us and education is no exception. As educators, we’re constantly adapting to new technologies—whether it was overhead projectors, smartboards, or online learning platforms.

Socratic seminars offer a way to engage students in thoughtful discussions, fostering critical thinking and deep learning. Rooted in the teaching methods of Socrates, these seminars focus on asking and exploring questions rather than delivering direct answers.

Writing an essay can be daunting for students, especially when staring at a messy rough draft filled with half-formed ideas, awkward sentences, and incomplete thoughts. But as teachers, we know the rough draft is just the beginning of the process. It’s where the real work—and the real improvement—happens.

Political cartoons have been a staple of public discourse for centuries, offering quick, visual, and often satirical commentary on current events. For students, they present a unique opportunity to engage with important issues in a way that’s both thought-provoking and fun.

Engaging students can be challenging, especially in complex subjects like social studies, economics, and government. Fortunately, platforms like Kahoot! are changing the way educators teach, adding excitement and interaction to the classroom through gamified learning.

As the winter break approaches, many teachers wonder how to keep their students engaged in meaningful activities during their time off. While it's important for students to recharge, encouraging them to stay mentally active over the break can make a big difference in their academic success.

The Dissident Project is a non-profit speakers bureau that connects immigrant speakers who fled authoritarianism with American High School students at no cost. Their speakers hail from countries like Venezuela, Hong Kong, Eritrea, North Korea, the People’s Republic of China, Iran and many more.