Each Friday we compile a list of our favorite education posts from the week.
The 50/50 Rule: Read Ted Caron’s post about balancing literary with informational texts in the classroom.
Staying warm during “cold” reads: Timothy Shanahan explains the benefits of cold reading.
The burden of boredom: Mark Bauerlein discusses the importance of students coping with boredom in class.
Legacy of the civil rights movement: The NEH has announced their “Created Equal” initiative, designed to give schools free access to civil rights resources, including documentaries.
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