During young adolescence, many youth develop strong identities in relation to science, technology, engineering and mathematics with computing (STEM + C). One way to design for student engagement in STEM + C is to create project-based units that leverage students' interests. We created one such unit, called the "smart greenhouse project".…

This paper examines a professional learning (PL) program for upper elementary teachers focused on developing instructional practices to support multilingual learners (MLLs) in science. The PL sought to support teachers' praxis, which we describe as their sense of agency to critically analyze and take action against barriers to MLLs' opportunities…

This study examined the impact of a U.S. federal teacher professional learning (PL) Fulbright program on computational literacy and artificial intelligence (AI) education for K-12 teachers (n = 21) from resource-constrained countries. Occurring shortly after the rise of generative AI in November 2023, the program may have further accentuated AI's…

This literature review examines the effectiveness of explicit morphological instruction in improving vocabulary knowledge and reading comprehension for middle and high school students. Socioeconomic disparities in early language exposure contribute to a significant word gap, limiting students' ability to access complex academic texts.…

This article uses a healing research methodology to describe how school counselors create, implement, and facilitate psychoeducational Educator Social-Emotional Learning (EduSEL) interventions. Using individual and small group interventions, school counselors sought to improve educators' social and emotional competence, which fosters healthier…

As Australia's population becomes increasingly diverse, this paper examines how adult education can foster belonging, community, and empowerment for CALD learners -- a critical issue with broad societal implications. While Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) adult education aims to empower learners, this paper uncovers the complex…

The objective of this study is to analyze literature research on the lesson study model of English teachers and their entrepreneurship competencies. So, systematic review approach was used in the study. The systematic research was conducted in Web of Science and Scopus databases, covering studies between 2019 and 2024. The systematic review…

Students in U.S. elementary schools continue to experience difficulty learning to read, with some attributing these difficulties to a lack of alignment with the Science of Reading (SOR). Social media plays a prominent role in disseminating information about the SOR, serving as a platform for discussion and debate that reflects many tenets of…

While the potential of curriculum materials in mediating teacher learning has gradually been recognized, few existing studies have explored how this takes place in EFL instructional settings. The study adopts a qualitative case study method to investigate one EFL teacher's learning through material use under the background of a new round of…

Teacher leaders influence their peers by introducing innovative instructional methods and enhancing teaching quality. They have proven invaluable to school principals as they prioritize comprehensive teacher development, bolster teacher effectiveness, and promote teacher retention. Despite their importance, little to no research--prior to the…

Preparing teachers for instructional change is no easy task. For content areas already under the national spotlight, such as mathematics, transitioning to new curriculum materials while concurrently enacting instructional reform creates both a challenge and an opportunity. This paper discusses how professional development (PD) partnerships between…

Executive Function (EF) is crucial for early childhood development, supporting cognitive abilities and selfregulation. However, many early childhood educators lack the necessary training to foster EF skills in the classroom. This study aims to evaluate the impact of a training curriculum designed to enhance early childhood educators' competencies…

Professional learning (PL) programs increasingly rely on the expertise of instructional coaches in supporting teacher learning and instructional change. To continue to improve the use of coaching as a lever of teacher PL, it is important to understand how both coaches and teachers understand and view their interactions in the context of such PL…

Background/purpose: In this systematic and bibliometric review, we aim to document the approaches and methodologies used to evaluate the impact of educational programs in high schools. Focusing on the main components, such as teacher training, student support, and technology integration, the study explores the different evaluation methodologies,…

Introduction: Out-of-school time (OST) programs can have a positive impact on youth outcomes, including academic achievement and social-emotional development. However, there are vast inequities in program accessibility and quality, with low-income adolescents being particularly underserved. This study synthesizes research on OST programs serving…