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Practical teaching ideas for the AI era
September 15, 2026
Brisk Features
Print It, Project It, or Skip the Screen: How Brisk Fits Any Classroom
Brisk provides teachers with a variety of ways to support student learning, even when they’re focused on scaling back screen time in their classrooms.
September 11, 2026
Thought Leadership
Brisk in New White Paper on AI's Instructional Impact
Brisk founder Arman Jaffer shares his key takeaways from Whiteboard Advisors’ new white paper on measuring the instructional impact of AI in the classroom.
November 5, 2024
Tips for Teachers
5 Steps to Teach Civil Discourse with Brisk
Equip students with civil discourse skills using Brisk and Boost tools for respectful dialogue. Foster critical thinking with structured discussions, ground rules, and engaging activities.
October 21, 2024
Science Resources
Teaching the Plant Life Cycle: A Dynamic Lesson for Young Learners
This lesson on the plant life cycle is designed for second grade students and blends interactive learning with clear, structured instruction. Grounded in the principles of inquiry-based learning, it enables students to explore how plants grow and change while meeting Common Core Standards. Through video observation, group discussions, and creative activities, students will build a foundational understanding of biological processes in a way that fosters both curiosity and academic achievement.
October 17, 2024
Brisk Features
Why Brisk Teaching AI is the Best AI Tool for Teachers Using Google
Brisk Teaching AI simplifies classroom tasks for teachers, from creating Google Forms and interactive slides presentations to auto-saving everything to Google Drive. Save time with this powerful AI tool!
October 17, 2024
Reading and ELA Resources
Teaching Point of View to Fourth Graders with a Childhood Classic
Have you ever noticed how two people can tell the same story differently? The way each person sees things can change the story completely! In this lesson, we’ll explore different points of view in storytelling and practice writing from multiple perspectives, giving us a new way to experience familiar tales.
October 17, 2024
Science Resources
Show your students the Impact of Climate Change on Plants and Animal Cells through this Lab
Through this lesson, students learn fundamental biological concepts by comparing plant and animal cells while connecting this knowledge to a real-world issue—climate change. By linking cell structures to environmental changes, students develop a deeper understanding of how climate affects living organisms. It promotes critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and environmental awareness. Additionally, the lesson is culturally relevant, as many students come from regions disproportionately affected by climate change, helping them connect their personal experiences to scientific inquiry.
October 17, 2024
Math Resources
Operations & Algebraic Thinking Classwork for Fifth Graders
This worksheet is designed to guide students through foundational concepts in operations and algebraic thinking. Through a mix of direct questions, word problems, and pattern recognition, students will explore how addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are used in problem-solving. The goal is to develop not only their computational skills but also their ability to recognize patterns and use simple algebraic expressions. By the end of the activity, students should feel more confident in using numbers and symbols to solve problems and start seeing math as a tool for everyday life.
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