Edutopia…A Great Resource for All Teachers! | Ashley’s Blog

Edutopia, published by the George Lucas Educational Foundation, is a great resource that offers valuable information on many education-related topics. The website caters to various groups including students, parents, teachers, and administrators. The website focuses on six core learning strategies. These include comprehensive assessment, integrated studies, project-based learning, social and emotional learning, teacher development, and technology integration. In terms of student engagement, there are articles and videos on inquiry-based learning and the importance of incorporating technology to keep students motivated. As well, there are many articles and posts about effective strategies to implement in the classroom. In particular, the website emphasizes student autonomy and the use of activities that are relevant and related to student interests. Including these strategies in classroom activities will reinforce intrinsic motivation and allow students to make the most of their learning. Overall, this website is a great resource for all teachers, whether they have been in the field for years or are just beginning their careers.

George Lucas Educational Foundation. (2016, March 1). Student Engagement. Retrieved from: http://www.edutopia.org/blogs/tag/student-engagement