Nancy Frey's Blog
May 20, 2025
Thrive by Five: Why Mentoring New Teachers Matters More Than Ever
In today’s classrooms—spaces that are more diverse, dynamic, and demanding than ever before—new teachers are expected to hit the ground running. But here’s the challenge: far too many don’t stay long enough to hit their stride. Schools are not just facing a teacher shortage but […]
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How to Use Inquiry to Integrate AI Into Your Classroom
Do you want to understand how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance your students’ learning but aren’t sure where to start? Are you curious about AI’s rapidly growing role in education but feel overwhelmed by the options available? If these questions sound familiar, you’re not alone. […]
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Assessment as a Tool to Empower and Motivate Learners
In our last blog, we discussed the relationship between clarity and deliberate practice. We emphasized the need for teachers and learners to know the intended learning of the day and what success looks like so that teachers can design learning experiences and practice opportunities to […]
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May 12, 2025
What Happens When Education Leaders Learn to Think Differently?
In the realm of education, the tension between institutional structures and the individual needs of students has long been a subject of debate. Traditional educational models often emphasize standardized curricula, rigid schedules, and uniform assessment methods relying on hierarchical administrative models, departmental divisions, and standardized […]
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May 7, 2025
Finding Your Voice in Uncertain Times
I received an invitation in February to speak at an educational research symposium at a local university in April 2025. While excited, I was also nervous, given our current social and political climate. During this time of uncertainty, people are more mindful of how they […]
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April 15, 2025
Teach Fantasy Writing to Help Students Explore Personally Meaningful Themes
Art by Anzia Anderson from Teaching Fantasy Writing by Carl Anderson Teach fantasy writing? Why? It’s undeniable that many children want to write fantasy. Rarely, however, is a study of fantasy writing included in school curriculums. We can’t blame this omission on writing standards. In […]
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April 14, 2025
Creating Students Who Work with AI—and Don’t Let AI Work for Them
From self-driving taxis and autonomous trucks to 3D-printed houses and robot food delivery, technological advancement is reshaping our daily lives at an unprecedented pace. With the widespread adoption of generative AI, these changes are entering our classrooms and workspaces. While there is concern about AI-related […]
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April 11, 2025
The Urgency of Shared Educational Equity Language
Equity in education has long been a foundational principle for educators dedicated to ensuring that every student, regardless of race, gender, ability, or socioeconomic status, receives the resources, support, and opportunities necessary to succeed. However, in today’s political climate, equity work faces increasing challenges. Legislative […]
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Clarity and Practice Go Together Like Peas and Carrots
In 1994, Paramount Pictures released the movie, Forrest Gump. At the end of the awards season, this incredible movie racked up 74 nominations and 51 wins. Rarely does this movie come up in conversation that someone does not pull a favorite or memorable quote from […]
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April 10, 2025
The Importance of Clarity in Grading
When asked about their grades, students often respond, “I don’t know!”—not out of dishonesty, but due to a lack of clarity in grading. When you ask teachers what their biggest grading challenge is, they are likely to reply, “not enough time” or “I have so much […]
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