CTE Teacher Spotlight – Robin Carter
January 24, 2025
The interesting thing about CTE is that the work we do is a continuous journey of growth and exploration for our students…
The Intersection of Academics & Mental Health
January 10, 2025
“You have to Maslow before you can Bloom.”
I heard this statement a few years ago and it has stuck with me. It often takes me back to my time as a first grade teacher. I was young, in my second year of teaching, and had a student in my class who would impact my view of education forever. Giovanni came to me as a first grader who, despite having attended Pre-K and Kindergarten, didn’t recognize the letter G. He would scream and cry and throw fits in the hallways, and my teammates felt sorry for me that I was his teacher (but were also glad they were not). The referral process for special education had been initiated.
Slingshot Challenge Educator Information Session
December 18, 2024
Watch this special educator information session to learn more about the Slingshot Challenge for students ages 13–18, brought to you by our partners at National Geographic Society. This session is an opportunity for educators to receive an overview of the Slingshot Challenge basics, hear tips from educators who’ve participated in the challenge, and have questions answered. We also explore practical ways for educators to incorporate the Slingshot Challenge into their classrooms. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the Slingshot Challenge and how to empower your students to participate in this engaging initiative!
Importance of Developing Your Students’ Use of Data and Map Skills
November 13, 2024
Newer technologies make map reading easier for students and adults alike! Having digital maps at their fingertips, our students may question traditional mapping activities or lessons. There are a few ways educators can implement engaging mapping skill practice for learners and integrate technologies at the same time.
Encouraging Student Engagement for All Learners
November 5, 2024
Student engagement is a crucial factor in academic success and fostering a love for lifelong learning. Engagement inspires students to practice and acquire the skills they need to succeed in and outside of the classroom. Research has demonstrated that engaged students tend to achieve higher academic performance, exhibit better retention rates, and cultivate strong communication skills. However, without adequate support and resources, students may become disinterested, or frustrated along the way. Through the implementation of interactive and hands-on activities and strategies, educators can create dynamic and meaningful learning experiences that ignite curiosity, promote self-discovery, and ultimately enhance academic achievement and success.
Supporting Teachers Online
October 4, 2024
Last fall, we launched a series of short training video playlists to help our customers better navigate their digital learning resources from National Geographic Learning. We have continued producing training playlists for programs in other subject areas, including AP and Honors math and social studies, and Career and Technical Education…
How My Teaching Experience Shaped My Current Role
September 18, 2024
As a 15-year veteran high school math teacher turned Associate Product Marketing Manager at National Geographic Learning | Cengage Group, I’ve had the privilege of channeling my passion for education in a new way. Here are some insights into how my teaching experience has shaped my current role.
The Importance of Differentiation and Scaffolding in K-12 Education
August 28, 2024
In today’s diverse classrooms, teachers face the challenge of meeting the varied needs of their students. Differentiation and scaffolding are two instructional strategies that work together to create inclusive and effective learning environments. Scaffolding provides temporary support to help students reach their learning goals, while differentiation tailors instruction to meet individual needs…
Empowering the Next Generation: The Role of Visual Literacy in Education
August 26, 2024
Declining scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) for U.S. History and Reading within primary education have ignited concerns among educators, policymakers, and parents. According to The Nation’s Report Card¹‚² a government website, the average U.S. history and reading scores for eighth graders across the United States are down 9 points since 2014. This trend not only highlights the challenges in traditional pedagogical approaches but also demands innovative strategies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes…
Take & Teach Lesson: National Geographic American Government | The Struggle for Voting Rights
August 21, 2024
Explore the evolving story of democracy in action through this lesson on the struggle for voting rights in the United States. Using primary sources, timelines, and classroom discussions, students examine how voting rights have expanded—and been restricted—throughout U.S. history.
Take & Teach Lessons: National Geographic U.S. History America Through the Lens | Women Fight for Rights
August 21, 2024
Explore the powerful stories of women who led the fight for suffrage and social justice during the Progressive Era.
Help Students Navigate Your Online Classroom
August 21, 2024
Here we go again. A new group of students walk into your classroom, eager to learn from you. You’ve worked hard to set up your classroom – both in person and online. You start the first unit and everything goes smoothly (or at least you hope so) and then you realize several of your students have no idea how to turn in your online assignments. This is of course puzzling to you because you know you have showed the class how to do this at least five times throughout the unit. To combat this issue, here’s a solution that may help.