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Finally, students research the four design principles to flesh out their understanding where needed, and possibly correct any misconceptions. From this research, students create their own graphic organizer of the four design principles for future reference and to help them remember.

teachers are the most important school-level factor in students’ learning, especially in schools serving students from high-minority, low-income communities. Research also shows that the quality of teachers varies greatly.

After four years, the 50 teachers we studied made career choices that were consistent with national patterns:  approximately 1/3 left teaching, 1/3 moved to new schools, and 1/3 remained in their original school.

Understand the four types of homework. Know when and why to have students practice: Memorization of basic rules, algorithms, or laws so the skill becomes rote. Increase in skill speed, used for improving students' abilities to apply these skills in more complex problem solving. Deepening understanding of a concept—providing students time to read further, elaborating on a new idea and expanding their understanding. Preparation for the following day's learning, such as an advance organizer or cue to increase readiness for new information.