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What Is Whole-Group Instruction?

Discover why whole-group instruction is an effective teaching strategy to deliver information to a group, as well as strategies to make it work in your classroom.

Zoe Del Mar
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Why Is Data Important in Education?

Explore why data is important in education through effective collection, analysis, and data-driven instruction that supports student success.

Dr. Stephan Knobloch
Sr. Director Academic Planning & Analytics, HMH

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5 Strategies for Differentiated Reading Instruction

Learn about differentiated reading strategies you can use to drive better learning outcomes.

Ellen Ullman
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Adam Hartman
Principal Content Designer, Literacy Content Solutions, HMH

Julie Richardson, M.S. Ed.
Lead Instructional Designer, HMH

Amanda Partida
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Veejay Jadhaw
Instruction and Leadership Coach Teaching Vocabulary with Enthusiasm

Alisa Braddy
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Theresa Atchison

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Reading Achievement Is on the Rise in New Haven Public Schools

Reading scores for Connecticut's New Haven Public Schools reached what officials called a “crisis.” Three years later, the numbers are starting to turn around.

Brenda Iasevoli
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What a New Teacher and a Veteran Teacher Had in Common About Tech

Read more on why, when designed thoughtfully, technology shouldn’t be a barrier. Instead, it should bridge the gap between curriculum and teacher needs, ensuring that both new and veteran teachers have the tools to succeed.

Jim O’Neill
President, Core and Supplemental Solutions

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Julie Richardson, M.S. Ed.
Principal Content Designer, Literacy Content Solutions, HMH

Amanda Partida
Lead Instructional Designer, HMH

Stephanie Nash
Product Marketing Director, 6-12 ELA and K-12 ELD

Adam Hartman
Principal Content Designer, Literacy Content Solutions, HMH

Julie Richardson, M.S. Ed.

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Stephanie Nash
Product Marketing Director, 6-12 ELA and K-12 ELD

Adam Hartman
Principal Content Designer, Literacy Content Solutions, HMH

Julie Richardson, M.S. Ed.
Author and Keynote SpeakerSeeing the Potential in Every Student

Kyle Greene
Instruction and Leadership Coach Teaching Vocabulary with Enthusiasm

Alisa Braddy

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What Is ESL in Education?

ESL (English as a second language) is English instruction for non-English speakers who are living in an English-speaking environment. Learn more about the purpose and importance of ESL in schools.

Stephanie Nash
Product Marketing Director, 6-12 ELA and K-12 ELD

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Adam Hartman
Chief Technology Officer

Veejay Jadhaw
Instruction and Leadership Coach Creating Connections in Classrooms

Leah LeComte
Product Marketing Director, 6-12 ELA and K-12 ELD

Stephanie Nash
Lead Instructional Designer, HMH

Amanda Partida
Principal Content Designer, Literacy Content Solutions, HMH

Julie Richardson, M.S. Ed.

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How to Align Instruction with the Science of Reading 

Miah Daughtery, EdD
NWEA VP, Content Advocacy-Literacy, HMH

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ELL vs. ESL

Although both the acronyms ESL (English as a second language) and ELL (English language learners) relate to English language learning, they are not synonymous. Read to learn about the differences between the terms ELL and ESL.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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2025 First-Day-of-School Icebreakers for All Grades

As you return to the classroom for back-to-school, try these 2025 first-day-of-school icebreaker activities to develop a sense of normalcy among students and build community.

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Bill of Rights Activity to Celebrate Bill of Rights Day with Your Students

Explore our Bill of Rights activity and lesson plan idea to engage students in civic learning through persuasive writing.

Brenda Iasevoli
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