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How to implement the 4Cs in education to teach 21st-century skills

December 4, 2023 Darri Stephens

4Cs education focuses on teaching students essential 21st-century skills. Explore how to use the 4Cs in everyday instruction with technology.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
5 Fun winter themed and holiday classroom activities for students

December 1, 2023 [email protected]

It’s that time of year again for winter themed activities and holiday classroom activities! Use these fun lessons to spread holiday cheer.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
7 STEAM education examples using Nearpod and Flocabulary

November 16, 2023 christinablanco

What is STEAM education, and why is it important? Explore project based learning ideas and lessons for STEAM education examples.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
ChatGPT examples to use artificial intelligence in education

November 15, 2023 Darri Stephens

Explore a guide to artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Use these productive and effective AI ChatGPT examples for the classroom.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Best practices to support MTSS instruction in education

November 14, 2023 Bridget McKnight

MTSS in education stands for Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. Explore MTSS best practices and examples for instruction in schools.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Curriculum tools for teaching history with primary source analysis

November 1, 2023 Darri Stephens

Explore teaching tips and engaging history lessons to incorporate primary source analysis into your social studies curriculum and classroom.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
10 Teaching strategies: How to improve students’ reading skills

October 16, 2023 Darri Stephens

What makes a good reader? Learn how to improve reading skills and teach students foundational reading skills using these teaching strategies.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
How to implement response to intervention (RTI) with examples

October 16, 2023 Julie Cobb

Response to Intervention (RTI) is a multi-tiered approach to support students’ learning needs. Explore RTI examples.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Halloween classroom activities for engaging students in learning

October 10, 2023 Carol Chinea

Celebrate Halloween in your school! Explore educational Halloween activities and lessons for your classroom to engage students in learning.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.
Why is digital citizenship important for 21st-century students?

October 10, 2023 Darri Stephens

Why is digital citizenship important? Explore tips and tools for educators and schools to empower students to be responsible digital citizens.

Darri Stephens
Darri Stephens is a dedicated LX (learning experience) designer, passionate about creating quality content and programs for kids, families, and educators. With MAs in Education from both Harvard and Stanford, and work experience at best-in-class ed tech organizations including Wonder Workshop, Nickelodeon, and Common Sense Education, she is steeped in the design thinking process and committed to agile and iterative project management, which has resulted in multi-award-winning programs and products.