One of the main criticisms of the No Child Left Behind Act was that it put too much focus on preparing students to take assessments, limiting schools' ability to innovate and try new ways of teaching content. Teachers stuck with what they knew, fearing the risk of...
We've all heard the complaints from students about how they don't believe math will be useful in their lives after school, but what about their parents? How do they value math as a subject worth learning, particularly in relation to other skills? Survey Results A...
We love to hear from teachers who are using Wowzers in their classrooms. Today, we will be featuring Rita Minster, a veteran teacher of sixteen years who has been using Wowzers for three years! Currently, she teaches a classroom of fifth-graders at McCollam...
If you're like most teachers around the world, technology is on your mind. With so many new solutions available – from classroom management systems to digital curriculum to test prep programs – there are thousands of ways to make teachers' lives easier. However,...
As we prepare to release students into the freedom that the summer months bring, one thing on every teacher's mind is the summer slide: the tendency for students to forget much of what they learned over the school year. These worries are quite valid, as research has...
As students prepare for high-stakes testing, their stress levels are more likely than ever to skyrocket. To make this process as smooth as possible, here are some tips on how to get your students to de-stress. Relaxation Techniques As class begins, have all students...
Teachers around the country often share their stories with us, as each classroom finds a slightly different solution in using Wowzers. Today, we will be featuring Cory Davis, a sixth grade math teacher of seven years. Currently, he works at Humes Preparatory Academy...
When we talk about blended learning classrooms, we often mention how students today are “digital natives,” but what does this really mean? Increasingly, children are growing up using technology and playing video games as a form of entertainment. In fact, the average...
\ We hear you loud and clear: Digital and personalized education is the focus in school districts around the country. Surveys show that teachers are prioritizing technology in the classroom this year, but how will ESSA accountability plans, potential E-rate changes,...
The beauty of Wowzers is that it can be used in so many different ways. From time to time, we like to share how a particular teacher has found the perfect solution for their classroom. Today, we will be featuring Nancy Lee, a Special Education teacher with over 33...