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Ryan Duncan

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July 10, 2019 Secrets, Clues, and the Art of Teaching

Everyone loves a good secret. The allure of hidden knowledge has a way of sharpening our minds and drawing us into a world of mystery.…

July 3, 2019 A Run in the Rain

I’m a runner. There’s nothing I love more than a brisk jog in the early morning with a cool wind at my back. Unfortunately, Mother…

June 18, 2019 You Don’t Teach Reading; You Teach Students

A few years ago, back when YA dystopias were all the rage in literary circles, a friend of mine suggested I read Divergent. Divergent’s…

June 12, 2019 Kindness Goes a Long Way

It all began when my car gave a slight shudder as I drove down the interstate one cold, dark evening. Now, in terms of things…

June 5, 2019 Not All Who Wander Are Lost

There’s a bit of wisdom in J.R.R Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring which the hobbit Bilbo shares with his companions, “Not all those who…

May 8, 2019 Let's Talk! Practical Strategies for Student Collaboration

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Many hands make light work.” It’s a reminder that even the most daunting tasks can be accomplished with a…

April 24, 2019 More Wonder, Less Fear! Boost Student Curiosity and Risk-Taking in Your Classroom!

If you’ve ever watched The Magic School Bus, you’re probably familiar with Miss Frizzle’s favorite mantra, “Take Chances.” “Make Mistakes.” “Get Messy!” These words represent…

April 17, 2019 Bringing the Field to the Classroom with Becky Schnekser

The mission of the Van Andel Education Institute is to bring hands-on, comprehensive learning to classrooms across the country, while also empowering teachers with the…