Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Introduces Teacher's Corner, a First-of-its-Kind Online Professional Learning Environment that Empowers Educators in a Remote World

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On July 16, 2020, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMHC) launched Teacher's Corner, an innovative online platform for professional learning aimed at educators. Integrated with the Ed: Your Friend in Learning system, it provides access to a diverse library of resources including videos, podcasts, and live events. This initiative seeks to empower teachers as they adapt to new educational demands during the pandemic, offering practical tools and community support. Teacher's Corner is currently available for teachers using the HMH programs.

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• Launch of Teacher's Corner enhances HMH's offerings for professional development.
• Platform fosters community support and shared best practices among educators.
• Teacher's Corner provides diverse, accessible resources through various media formats.
• Addressing needs of educators during the pandemic indicates HMH's adaptability.

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BOSTON, July 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Learning Company Houghton Mifflin Harcourt today introduced Teacher's Corner™, a brand new online space that supports continuous professional learning for educators. Connected directly to HMH's curriculum solutions ecosystem via digital teaching and learning platform Ed: Your Friend in Learning, Teacher's Corner invites users into an easy-to-use, ever-growing library of on-demand professional learning resources within a bright, intuitive, and modern user experience.

Whether it's quickly prepping for a lesson, investing time picking up best practices for remote instruction, listening to a short podcast from a fellow teacher or joining a live event alongside hundreds of peers, Teacher's Corner provides trusted resources that empower educators.

"Educators are facing challenges that we have never seen before as we approach the Back to School season. The global pandemic has ushered in a new connected era of education, and laid bare the need for inspiring professional learning that centers teacher agency and adds deeper value to day-to-day teaching," says Amy Dunkin, General Manager and EVP of Professional Services at HMH. "Teacher's Corner is at the heart of our ongoing shift to virtual delivery of on-demand, flexible professional learning opportunities that meet educators where they are, create community and support effective curriculum implementation."

Leveraging video, text and interactive media, Teacher's Corner offers intuitive access to research-based insight from a connected community of practicing teachers, coaches, program authors and renowned learning experts. Reflecting a new kind of professional learning experience, the platform prioritizes educators' voices and needs, ensuring resources are relevant and inspiring, and creating opportunities for best practice sharing, real-world advice, and actionable tips.

Sample content includes:

• Regular video series from learning experts and thinkers, including "Hip Hop Teacher Moves" from Dr. Chris Emdin and special content from HMH literacy, math and science program authors, who walk through how their research meets practice in the curriculum.
• Authentic, original resources from more than one dozen practicing teachers, like the how-to video series "Real Rap with Reynolds," where ninth-grade Philadelphia-based English teacher CJ Reynolds offers guidance on building engaging, noteworthy online learning, as well as program-specific teaching tips and model lessons from educators using HMH programs.
• Live events featuring instructional coaches, experts and fellow teachers in real-time online sessions with active participation and feedback, including "Phonics Fit," a yoga meets foundational reading session, and "The Power of AND," which steps teachers through the process of recognizing both their own and their students' needs, and creates connections and community across remote learning environments.
• A virtual "Breakroom" where educators can stay inspired and share ideas, new lesson resources and weekly reflection.
• Content rooted in social emotional learning that prioritizes educator well-being, including support in navigating remote learning and the challenges of the unique Back to School experience ahead.

"I'm so excited to be a part of Teacher's Corner," notes LaNesha Tabb, an Indianapolis-based kindergarten teacher and Teacher's Corner ambassador. "What an amazing opportunity for educators to come together to share expertise. I love when the voices of educators are amplified, and there are bite-sized resources at my fingertips!"

Teacher's Corner is available now via Ed: Your Friend in Learning for teachers with programs on the platform. Bringing together assessment, insights, professional learning, instruction and practice for core, supplemental and intervention solutions, Ed provides a connected experience at point-of-use for today's educators.

About Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (NASDAQ: HMHC) is a learning company committed to delivering connected solutions that engage learners, empower educators and improve student outcomes. As a leading provider of K–12 core curriculum, supplemental and intervention solutions and professional learning services, HMH partners with educators and school districts to uncover solutions that unlock students' potential and extend teachers' capabilities. HMH serves more than 50 million students and 3 million educators in 150 countries, while its award-winning children's books, novels, non-fiction, and reference titles are enjoyed by readers throughout the world. For more information, visit www.hmhco.com.

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Contact
Katie Marshall
Communications Manager
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
617-351-5057
katie.marshall@hmhco.com

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FAQ

What is Teacher's Corner by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt?

Teacher's Corner is a new online professional learning platform launched by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, designed to support educators with resources and community engagement.

When was Teacher's Corner launched?

Teacher's Corner was launched on July 16, 2020.

How does Teacher's Corner support educators?

Teacher's Corner supports educators by providing access to on-demand resources, video series, live events, and opportunities for sharing best practices.

Is Teacher's Corner free for teachers?

Teacher's Corner is available to teachers who are utilizing the HMH programs on the Ed: Your Friend in Learning platform.

What types of content can educators find on Teacher's Corner?

Educators can find video series, podcasts, live events, and original resources focused on best practices, social emotional learning, and curriculum implementation.