After reviewing decades’ worth of studies on fidgets, researchers say: Proceed with caution. Here’s how educators can take an evidence-based approach to handling them at school. 🌀
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We share evidence-based learning strategies that empower you to improve pre K-12 education. Edutopia is an initiative of the George Lucas Educational Foundation, an operating foundation dedicated to finding effective and creative ways for pre K–12 students to acquire and apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to thrive in their studies, careers, and adult lives. As one of the leading sources for change-makers in education, Edutopia inspires people to improve the learning process, enabling them to find, share, and adapt what works in education. To find and share solutions, visit Edutopia.org. You can also engage with our communities on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
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https://www.edutopia.org
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- Education
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- 11-50 employees
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- San Rafael, CA
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- Nonprofit
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- 1991
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- Education Videos and Media, Education Research, Education Strategies, Education Technology, and Education Community
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PO Box 3494
San Rafael, CA 94912, US
Employees at Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation
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Thomas Berger
Experienced Editor | Content Strategist | Team Leader
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Stephen Merrill
GM and CCO, Edutopia | Digital Transformation | Content & Media Product Strategy
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Scott Taylor, Ed.D.
Chief Program Officer for YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
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Kenie Richards
CMO, Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation
Updates
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We asked veteran teachers for advice that can help new teachers set healthy emotional boundaries—caring about students’ problems without overburdening themselves. Here are some of the top insights:
How New Teachers Can Set Healthy Emotional Boundaries With Students
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New research is unequivocal: Financial literacy lessons have an “overwhelmingly” positive impact on students’ future financial habits. Read our dive into the research—and check out some financial literacy activities to try this year.
Teaching Kids to Manage Money Yields Big Returns, Research Says
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What happens when schools move away from self-care-based models and toward collective care and collaboration? 🤝 Even small shifts can help improve teacher wellbeing, leaders say.
Leaders Must Address Teacher Wellbeing with Action, Not Just Self-Care Talk
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First came a wildly popular podcast: Sold a Story. Then came tectonic shifts in how we teach kids to read in schools. We spoke to the creator about the national reckoning the podcast has sparked—and where we're still getting it wrong.
How a Podcast Toppled the Reading Instruction Canon
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Our resource collection for new teachers is here! 🤩 Educators—both veteran and new—share what they wish they knew on day 1 about classroom design, assessment, working with families, and more. Check it out and and pass it on!
A Starter Pack of Resources for New Teachers
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Is professional development a pain point at your school? The go-to model often involves a visit from an educational consultant, author, or thought leader who provides a single-day workshop on a designated topic. But that’s not the only way to do things. Setting up consistent internal PD—facilitated by a staff member, with multiple sessions and opportunities to give and get feedback—can motivate teachers and staff, encourage deep learning, and improve performance. To better understand this approach, Edutopia contributing editor Brittany Collins, M.Ed. spoke with Dr. Danny Mendez, 2023 NASSP Indiana State Principal of the Year, who’s been a leader for 18 years at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. #ProfessionalDevelopment #Principals #SchoolLeadership National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)
The School Leader’s Guide to In-House Professional Development
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🦉 On a lark during an excessively busy summer, I pitched a piece to Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation about teachers connecting to nature for their own wellbeing – and parlaying those strategies into their pedagogy. Please check out "Nature-Based Learning Routines for Teachers and Students" - https://lnkd.in/dVMBGMjn Thanks Brittany & Thomas for the opportunity to work with you. 🙏 🌟 Shout outs in the piece to lots of researchers including Cathy Jordan + Youki Terada, Aran Levasseur, and Children & Nature Network. Sarah Richard Will Benjamin Justin Charlotte Liza Nora Anna Trevor Laura Erin Ben Eileen Karen Kate Khadija Spings Ochi Elena Fredrick Calum R. Scott Victoria Thom Melissa
Nature-Based Learning Routines for Teachers and Students
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This year, English teacher Chanea Bond will enforce a strict no-AI-use policy in her classes. Why? To encourage her students to develop original ideas, write in their authentic voices, and build critical thinking skills, she told Edutopia. ✍️
Why I'm Banning Student AI Use This Year
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