I walked into the high school… I was 22 years old, about to teach 18-year-olds. How could anyone think that was a good idea? I knew no one and was surrounded by so many veteran teachers who had been around for such a long time. It was a mix of emotions—excited, nervous, curious, unsure—but, I had landed my dream job and I was ready for whatever came to me.
Maybe you remember that feeling from a few years ago, or 30 years ago, or maybe this is you now. If you’re in your first year of teaching, congratulations and thank you! You’ve got a great year ahead of you. And, even if you’re not new this year, every year is a fresh start to try new things in your classroom and connect with your students in new and creative ways.
At the heart of Discovery Education is the desire to support teachers—new and veteran—in finding creative ways to engage students in their learning. So, whether you’re brand-new this year or returning, here are some effective teaching strategies and resources to help you in your classroom this year.
