Build in regular time for pulse checks and material recaps
At this point in the year, students will have gained a significant amount of content knowledge. Continuing to take pulse checks and recap content for students can help them keep the information organized in their minds and ensure that teachers know how students are keeping up.
We suggest implementing these strategies:
Explore Student Experiences Throughout the School Year
Click on each critical period to explore student experiences.
Strong Start
August/September
Keeping Up
November/December
Midterm Reset
January/February
Exam Prep
March/April
Due to varying school schedules and contexts, the exact timing of the critical periods will differ by school and even by class. The months provided are a guide for where teachers should be looking for experiences based on time of year.