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Designing a Multi-Level Theory of Change
A theory of change is a visual representation of a defined set of activities, outputs, and outcomes based on an evidence-based framework or theory. This collaborative tool helps state, system, and school communities identify not just actions and...
Six Check-in Ideas to Build Community in College Classrooms
This Faculty Focus article shares six research-based check-in strategies instructors can use to build community, reduce stress, and strengthen students’ sense of belonging in college classrooms.
Building Connections in Virtual/Hybrid Dual Enrollment Classes
Team-building activities intentionally connect students with one another, helping them form supportive peer relationships that reduce isolation, build communication skills, and provide resources for navigating the challenges of dual enrollment.
Self-Assessments for Student Growth
Self-assessments prompt students to reflect on their confidence, effort, and strategies. By pausing to evaluate themselves, students strengthen self-management and a growth mindset while providing instructors with valuable insight into how students...
Community Schools Case Study Project
Introduction We know that there are many models of innovative learning aimed at systems transformation. This case study series aims to explore the work of community schools, who take a whole-community approach to education that aligns with the...
Mere Engagement: Reflections about the Connections Between Online Learning, Student Agency, and Student Engagement
School leaders mustn’t lose sight of the need for student agency and student engagement as they contend with the myriad challenges posed by COVID-19. In fact, they must reimagine what agency and engagement can look like in cases when students are...