Students can often explain a concept, identify a theme, or give the “right” answer, but that doesn’t always mean they’re engaging in deep thinking.

In this video, I share 6 simple shifts that can help move students beyond surface-level understanding and into more meaningful engagement with content.

These are small, practical strategies you can use right away. They do not require more planning time or additional materials. Instead, they focus on how we use the time we already have in the classroom.

This video is based on my published article with Edutopia.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-ways-to-add-depth-to-your-ela-lessons

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