The rapid shift to online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic introduced both challenges and opportunities for effective classroom management. This review explores 20 empirical studies published between 2021 and 2025, examining how educators have adapted to the virtual learning environment. The findings highlight key strategies that contribute…

The number of emergent bilingual students in schools is growing, highlighting the critical need for effective and inclusive instruction. This Spotlight explores strategies to best support these learners in their language acquisition and academic success. From expanding dual-language immersion programs to overhauling instructional models for…

Climate change is amplifying existing inequities that disproportionately affect students of color, students from low-income backgrounds, and students with disabilities. Addressing these inequities and educating students about climate change should be a priority, as extreme weather events -- such as flooding, extreme heat or cold, severe storms,…

As global education evolves, the need for cultural competence training for English language instructors has become increasingly critical, especially in higher education institutions with diverse student populations. This study examines how cultural competence training impacts teaching methodologies, intercultural communication, and the creation of…

Recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are transforming language education by enabling more effective instructional practices and enhanced learning outcomes. AI-driven technologies--including tutoring systems, personalized learning platforms, and automated assessment tools--have the potential to revolutionize classroom instruction.…

Several scholars have examined the increasing influence of neoliberalism in TESOL/ELT, including pedagogy, curricula, and policy discourses. These neoliberal rationalities are, however, not detached from coloniality in Global Southern countries. Taking Pakistan as a case study, the present study examines how neoliberal subjectivities intersect…

The article addresses a key challenge faced by Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programs: how to reconcile the growing multilingual reality of society with the limited adoption of multilingualism in educational practice. It begins by providing an overview of ITE and some of its challenges. It then examines the importance of Critical Multilingual…

This study investigates the cultural adaptation of the 6-P framework -- comprising plan, prompt, preview, produce, peer-review, and portfolio-tracking phases -- for integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI) in academic writing instruction within Vietnamese universities. Through qualitative analysis of interviews, focus groups, and…

Introducing high school students to primary scientific literature in an accessible format fosters early scientific literacy and critical thinking. The AI-guided Scientist-mentored Primary Literature Adaptation for STEMM Education (ASPIRATION) program was developed to teach these skills through the creation of infographics. Over eight weeks,…

Introduction: Growing up in poverty increases children's exposure to adversities that undermine healthy development, impeding growth in the social-emotional and language skills that support adaptive coping and promote mental health (Yoshikawa et al., 2012). Head Start promotes preschool gains but benefits fade as children proceed into elementary…

This article addresses the challenge of teaching Jorge Luis Borges' complex literary texts in secondary school by focusing on students' global comprehension. It presents findings from classroom-based research in which students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds read Borges' story 'Theme of the Traitor and the Hero'. The research compares the…

Evidenced-based mathematics interventions are critical for supporting students with mathematics difficulties. In research and practice, collecting implementation fidelity is important for ensuring that all the core components of the intervention are implemented as designed. Historically, implementation fidelity has been defined as multi-faceted…

Evidenced-based mathematics interventions are critical for supporting students with mathematics difficulties. In research and practice, collecting implementation fidelity is important for ensuring that all the core components of the intervention are implemented as designed. Historically, implementation fidelity has been defined as multifaceted,…

"Seeing Green: CTE as a Catalyst for the Green Workforce" is a policy playbook that equips education and workforce leaders with actionable strategies to strengthen pathways into emerging green careers by leveraging the effective structures, mindsets, and collaboration provided through Career Technical Education (CTE). This policy…

This study explores the key factors influencing EFL teachers' transition to higher education, focusing on financial incentives, job security, professional development, and the reputation of academia. A qualitative research study was conducted and data were collected through semistructured interviews with 18 male and female EFL teachers who had…