The hottest Teachers Substack posts right now

If a child is being seriously bullied, the right move is to remove them from that environment or find a different school, not to tell them to toughen up; staying often makes things worse.
Phones in class are a major attention sink, and strict bans with real enforcement tend to reduce disruptions and raise engagement and test scores after an initial adjustment period.
Don’t automatically defer to education 'experts' — parents can use homeschooling, microschools, tutors, or AI effectively and should evaluate options rather than assume traditional schools are always best.

The author is grateful to teachers who shared their thoughts about the DOE's possible changes. It's important to acknowledge the valuable input from educators.
The author has learned a lot from the teachers' responses about classroom challenges. This shows how complex education issues can be.
The author is still replying to teachers and values their insights. Ongoing communication is key to understanding problems in education.

Many teachers are worried about low reading and math skills among students. A lot of fourth graders can't read well and only a few twelfth graders are good at math.
At a recent teachers' union meeting, some members felt the focus was more on political issues than on improving teaching. They wanted to talk about better ways to teach but were told there was no time for that.
There seems to be a strong desire among teachers to prioritize fighting political figures and ideas over tackling the pressing educational challenges faced in schools.

The author is looking to talk with public school teachers about recent changes announced by Donald Trump regarding the Department of Education. They want to hear teachers' opinions on these ideas.
They are inviting teachers and professors from federally funded schools to share their insights privately. This conversation aims to gather real experiences and thoughts about the education system.
The author promises to keep the discussions brief and offers an email for teachers to reach out. It’s a chance for educators to contribute their voices on important educational issues.

The post discusses the Science of Learning for English teachers.
The course covers understanding student comprehension and desirable difficulties.
It emphasizes the basics and explores teaching strategies like TAPPLE.

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K-12 education should include more hands-on experiences like field trips and creative classes such as art and music. Students learn better when they can explore the world around them.
Schools need better schedules and healthier environments. Later start times and more recess can help kids focus and stay active during the day.
Teachers should have the freedom to teach in different ways, and they should be well-qualified in their subjects. This creates a better learning experience for students.

Teachers can have a big impact on our lives. One teacher taught lessons that stayed with me long after class ended.
Exploring poetry can be really meaningful. A poet's words can connect deeply to experiences like love or historical events.
Sharing different writing techniques can help people express themselves better. Teaching a writing course can inspire creativity and improve skills.

The episode focuses on education policy and what shapes schooling decisions.
Josh Cowen appears as the guest to share expertise and perspectives on education policy.
It’s presented in the American Conversations format, a conversational interview style that digs into policy issues.

Kids, parents, and educators are eager for schools to reopen due to challenges like screen time fatigue, multi-role balancing, and new teaching methods.
Plans for school reopenings should prioritize strict social distancing until widespread testing, contact tracing, and vaccine availability improve.
Flexibility and preparedness are key for schools to navigate potential reopening challenges, like altering schedules, increasing cleaning, and being ready to close if infection rates rise.

The current education system is based on outdated methods of grading and testing.
Assessment in education should focus more on application of knowledge rather than just understanding or problem-solving.
Teachers need to adapt to the changing landscape of education by assessing and teaching on a higher level, and a new business model may be needed for them.