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Learning Theories & Design Frameworks: The Research Driving Our Tools & Resources
We’ve come to believe that the single most important factor in a students’ learning is their level of engagement in their learning. Engaged students show up prepared, participate in class activities and projects, dedicate time and... Read More
Alliances Increase Our Impact
At Opportunity Education we’re committed to helping teachers engage their students in learning that gives them the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the world. In addition to the many resources we create in-house, we’re... Read More
Stages of Grief: an English Teacher’s First Encounter with AI
Rachel Jerez is the Director of Professional Learning at Opportunity Education. After more than ten years of teaching, her lens on the world of technology will always be shaped by her experiences as a high school English teacher. In... Read More
Engagement is More than Participation
Earlier this spring I was able to visit with students at Quest Forward Academy Santa Rosa. In passing, I heard a student mention their “participation” in class. I was reminded of my own experiences in school, which mostly centered... Read More
Teacher Spotlight: Catherine Dempsey
Quest Forward High Schools (QFHS) use Opportunity Education’s Quest Forward Learning to empower teachers with tools and resources that encourage students to engage deeply in their learning and take ownership of their growth and... Read More
10 Strategies for Developing Work Skills
In my last post, I described four essential work skills to help your students work smartly, efficiently and successfully. Those skills are: Focus Plan Make an Effort Document Today I’m going to focus on... Read More
4 Work Skills Your Students Need To Succeed
Today we’re going to focus on four work skills that will help your students work smartly, efficiently, and successfully. These skills emphasize executive functioning and are essential for students to succeed in school, career, and... Read More
Engaging in class, in school, and in the world
Learning happens everywhere, not just in school. To truly understand and support a student’s engagement in learning we need to look beyond the classroom. Engagement in learning can be seen from several perspectives: in class,... Read More