With textbooks taking a back seat, many teachers now turn to the internet for lesson materials. But what happens when a resource that looks “good enough” ends up hindering learning instead of supporting it?
In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, Christina shares a classroom story that highlights why ease and effectiveness aren't always the same—and why it’s time to rethink how we select online resources. If you've ever hit “print” before pausing to reflect, this one’s for you.
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