The acquisition of information—however brief or extensive—remains inferior to the development of genuine understanding. No ...

High-quality instructional materials (HQIMs) are educational resources designed to effectively support student learning. They can include textbooks, lesson plans, digital resources and other materials ...

This qualitative case study looks closely at an elementary teacher who participated in professional development experiences that helped her develop a hybrid practice of using inquiry-based science to ...

The Hechinger Report covers one topic: education. Sign up for our newsletters to have stories delivered to your inbox. Consider becoming a member to support our nonprofit journalism. Educators have ...

On a bright, sunny day, a group of first-graders eagerly begins a science investigation called “Shadow Town.” The teacher gathers them in a circle and asks, “What causes shadows?” It’s a good question ...

St. Thomas' School in Dwarka has opened 'Eureka', a new Science and Mathematics Park. This initiative promotes hands-on ...

I once saw a sea turtle dying because of a straw stuck in its nose. It made me think about the suffering marine animals go ...

Transform math learning with an approach that empowers students to become active, engaged learners. In this webinar, an expert panel will dive into how inquiry-based learning fosters critical thinking ...

One of the joys of being an educator is embracing all the differences every student brings to the classroom, while teaching them to celebrate those unique traits in themselves and each other. Yet, ...