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When it comes to teaching in middle school, there are significant benefits to utilizing self-directed learning. Self-directed learning (SDL)...

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Teaching figurative language in middle school can be so fun! With a little imagination, it is something that you can definitely get your stu...

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Trashketball is a classic game that is easy to set up in your ELA classroom. While you can adjust the rules for your class, the basic rules ...