Daniel D. Pratt presents five perspectives on teaching gathered from several years of research across five different countries. These perspectives are presented in both theoretical and practical forms ...

My students were constantly teaching me new things from novel ways to explain or apply a concept to creative solutions to difficult problems. The most rewarding part of this experiment with discovery ...

Example: After completing an assignment, students might reflect on whether they understood the key concepts or if they need to revisit certain topics. Why it Matters: Metacognition enables learners to ...

Universal design for learning, or UDL, is also supported in a reauthorization measure sponsored by Sen. Joseph I. Lieberman, I-Conn. and co-sponsored by Sens. Norm Coleman, R-Minn., and Mary L ...

More Q&As from "Inside Digital Learning" Strategies for better assessment in online courses. Two digital learning devotees evaluate their progress. Techniques for creating an online doctoral program.

By teaching foundational knowledge and up-to-date skills, universities will provide students with the future-proof skills of lifelong learning, not just get them “job-ready.” ...

High-tech classrooms are being rebranded as "learning studios" and will function more much like college lecture halls at the new Compton High School. Will the concept catch on?

This course examines concepts and issues in the field of sociolinguistics, with the main focus remaining on second language teaching and learning. Topics covered include the sociology of language, the ...

A version of this article appeared in the February 23, 2005 edition of Education Week as Concept of ‘Work Readiness’ Credential Gains Supporters ...