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Jill Anderson
Jill Anderson is the creative content producer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Research Stories
Teens in a Digital World
With empathy and curiosity, teachers and other adults can help teens navigate social media pressures, texting etiquette, viral challenges, and other elements of their very online lives
Jill Anderson
August 19, 2022
Civics and History, K-12, Learning and Teaching, Parenting and Community, Social-Emotional Wellbeing
a young teenage girl staring at her phone
Research Stories
The Problem with Being Really Stressed and Having a Fixed Mindset
New study shows that it’s better for stressed mothers to believe their children’s abilities can change
Jill Anderson
November 9, 2021
Early Childhood, K-12, Mind and Brain, Parenting and Community
Mother and child line drawing
Research Stories
5 Ways Educators Can Start Innovating
Project Zero authors show that making change doesn’t have to be daunting
Jill Anderson
August 20, 2021
Early Childhood, K-12, Learning and Teaching
Pop art illustration of lightbulbs
Perspectives + Opinions
5 Ways to Become an Equity Detective in Your School
Irvin Scott says you need to investigate and go after inequality
Jill Anderson
July 22, 2021
Diversity and Inclusion, K-12, School Leadership
Magnifying glass illustration
Perspectives + Opinions
5 Ways to Support Equity Leaders
Necessary steps to ensure the success of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in your school or district
Jill Anderson
June 28, 2021
Diversity and Inclusion, Education Policy, K-12, School Leadership
Pop art illustration of leader
Research Stories
The Effect of Spanking on the Brain
Spanking found to impact children's brain response, leading to lasting consequences
Jill Anderson
April 13, 2021
Early Childhood, K-12, Mind and Brain, Parenting and Community, Social-Emotional Wellbeing
Brain illustration
Perspectives + Opinions
Exploring Equity: Class
How educators can push back against hidden curriculum and the inequalities they may reinforce in the classroom
Jill Anderson
February 26, 2021
Diversity and Inclusion, K-12
Diverse group of kids hiding behind books
Perspectives + Opinions
A Nuanced View of Screen Time
Even media that's not specifically educational can spur learning and connection, with an intentional approach
Jill Anderson
November 2, 2020
Early Childhood, K-12, Learning and Teaching, Parenting and Community
Parent looking at laptop with child
Perspectives + Opinions
Making the Most of a Summer at Home
Low-pressure ways to create fun and meaningful moments of learning
Jill Anderson
June 26, 2020
Learning and Teaching, Parenting and Community, Social-Emotional Wellbeing
A father and daughter reading at the beach
Perspectives + Opinions
To Better Serve All Students
When planning for reopening, schools should keep issues of race and equity in focus
Jill Anderson
June 24, 2020
Diversity and Inclusion, K-12, School Leadership
multicolored arrows pointing up
Perspectives + Opinions
Family Coping During the Coronavirus
Small adjustments that can take the pressure off families — and let them enjoy the added time together
Jill Anderson
April 16, 2020
Early Childhood, K-12, Parenting and Community
Mother reading to son and daughter in play tent
Perspectives + Opinions
Share a Meal with Friends and Family
Host a virtual dinner party, make a simple pantry recipe with kids, or play charades with a friend over dessert
Jill Anderson
April 7, 2020
Parenting and Community
Family cooking dinner
Perspectives + Opinions
Keeping Classroom Connections Alive
Three ways preschool educators can ensure that the relationships built in their classrooms continue
Jill Anderson
March 27, 2020
Early Childhood
Preschool children
Perspectives + Opinions
When Campus Closes
Early and accurate communication, with clear connection to resources, will help vulnerable students — and all students — navigate disruption
Jill Anderson
March 15, 2020
College and Career, Education Policy
A walkway and buildings on a typical college campus
Research Stories
The Gift of Teacher Time
Making teachers' time a valued resource in your school
Jill Anderson
September 17, 2019
K-12, School Leadership
The Gift of Teacher Time

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