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“Fun” vs. Rigor in the Classroom: At Odds?

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“Learning can’t be all fun and games!” As a classroom teacher, have you heard (or perhaps expressed) this sentiment? Many educators may associate “fun” in the classroom with games and activities that are engaging but not necessarily rigorous or standards-aligned. Some even see a trade-off between engagement and rigor. But is this trade-off real? It … Read more

A health scare sees Modern Family musing on death (in a fun way!)

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There’s a lot of potential in “Dear Beloved Family,” an episode that, early on, sees Phil Dunphy rushed to the hospital with inexplicable and sudden stomach pain. After the episode gets past its rather silly, paint-by-numbers cold open—Phil has weird ideas for family traditions and Jay generally hates him, we get it—and into the meat … Read more