Comprehensive vs. Supplemental Instructional Materials What is the difference between comprehensive and supplemental learning materials? What are comprehensive instructional materials? A comprehensive curriculum, also called core and basal, is a primary instructional resource designed for a specific content area. It is a full course that addresses all, or nearly all, of the standards and foundational…
12 Hispanic Heritage Month Activities for Elementary Students It is time to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month! What is Hispanic Heritage Month? National Hispanic Heritage Month is when we celebrate the culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans. It began Sept. 17, 1968 when Congress passed a law proclaiming the week of September 15 and…
How School Leaders Can Support New Teachers New teachers have so much to offer your school. They bring a fresh perspective on education, knowledge of modern teaching strategies, and a desire to start their career with a bang. When supported by school leadership, new educators can dramatically improve student performance. While all teachers need support,…
5 Ways School Leaders Can Boost Team Morale You’ve hired a talented team to help your district increase student achievement, but how do you keep them motivated throughout the school year? Team morale refers to the enthusiasm educators have for their jobs, their pride in their schools, and their interest in increasing academic achievement, according…
How Is the New Studies Weekly Online Different from the Old One? Studies Weekly Online has a new look for a new school year. As educators like you turned to Studies Weekly Online for remote learning during the pandemic, we received a lot of feedback on how we could improve the platform. We took this…
Set Up a Classroom in 7 Easy Steps The new school year is almost here! That means new students and maybe a new school or classroom too. If this is your first year teaching, then all of this is new. One of the most important things you’ll do to prepare for school is set up…
Studies Weekly Online Tutorials for Parents and Students How can parents support their child as they use Studies Weekly Online? Studies Weekly tutorials show parents and students how to navigate a student’s account dashboard, track their progress, and enjoy online learning games and features that increase engagement. Parents can read these tutorials with their child…
Boost English Language Arts Skills with Studies Weekly Extended Learning Program Are you looking to give students more reading and writing opportunities and refine their English Language Arts skills? Studies Weekly’s Extended Learning program – which focuses heavily on ELA standards – gives you four weeks worth of extra content that teachers can use at…
3 Reasons to Offer Early Childhood Education Is early childhood education worth your school’s time and investment? A chorus of research studies says “Yes!” Early learning programs set students on the path to academic success by developing the skills they’ll need to excel in school. What is early childhood education? Early childhood education (ECE) includes…
Why Teachers Need Curriculum-Based Professional Development to Improve Student Learning You find a stellar curriculum that will take your district to new heights, but how do you guarantee your teachers will use it? A study published in Professional Development in Education shows that teachers implement a new program better when they receive curriculum-based professional development…