UEN Teacher Tips

In Connecting Ideas with Hexagonal Thinking and Lucid, Braxton Thornley explores how hexagonal thinking—a collaborative strategy using concept-labeled hexagons—can deepen classroom discussions and critical thinking. By leveraging Lucidspark through Canvas, teachers can create dynamic, student-led activities that promote meaningful connections between ideas and texts, sparking rich dialogue and insight.

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Adobe Express Graphic Organizers
April 22, 2025
Boost Learning with Graphic Organizers in Adobe Express! Easily create and customize visual tools that help students organize ideas, deepen understanding, and stay engaged—right from Adobe Express.

Boosting End-of-Year Engagement With CCR-Centered Skills & Strategies
April 8, 2025
Keep students motivated by linking learning to real-world experiences and career readiness. Use creative strategies, soft skills development, and career-focused insights to make lessons meaningful and engaging until the last day of school!

Connect, Collaborate, Create
March 18, 2025
In this UEN Teacher Tip, you'll discover how to transform your traditional classroom into a space where students take ownership of their education through engaging STEM resources and activities.