Author: John Meehan

What if your everyday, ordinary classroom ran like Disney World? Learn how five lessons from the Disney Institute can help you turn everyday instruction into an immersive, story-driven experience where everything teaches—and every student feels like the hero of the story.

Back where it all began. Last week, John Meehan returned to the KTI Summit in for his fourth keynote — and the energy was electric. From action-packed games to classroom-ready takeaways, this was PD done right. See why 100% of attendees called it valuable and inspiring!

Long before there were classrooms, there were couch cushion wrestling rings. This week’s blog tribute explores what Hulk Hogan taught us about performance, presence, and the immortality of real-life superheroes — especially teachers. Whatcha gonna do with your legacy?

Every summer, Shark Week makes millions care about marine biology. Why? Because it turns content into a must-see event. What if your lessons did the same? Dive into jaws-ome tips (and some fin-tastic EMC² tools) to turn everyday instruction into an unforgettable spectacle.

EMC² Learning just got a major shoutout on the one and only Edutopia! Our Personal Record Rubric resource is featured in an incredible article on visual rubrics by Eileen Ng. See how playful design can power deeper learning—check out the full piece and celebrate with us!

When chatbots go too far, what’s a school to do? From Grok to Gemini, the latest AI misfires reveal deeper truths about teaching in an artificial age. In this blog, we explore how EMC² Learning helps educators reclaim authenticity in an age of overwhelming artificiality.

In just a few short weeks, GRITC 2025 is bringing the heat to Mobile, Alabama—and I’m thrilled to be this year’s keynote speaker! From AI to game-based learning, check out all four sessions I’ll be leading at the Gulf Coast’s premiere PD event for teachers. Check it out!

The results are in! We surveyed 10,000+ educators from around the globe, and the 2025 State of the YOUnion is officially live. See what teachers are loving, where they want more support, and how EMC² Learning is responding—at the speed of life. Read the full report now!

What do colorful birds, hungry vampires, and lawn-obsessed neighbors have in common? They all inspired classroom-ready ideas at this year’s EMC² Summer Summit! Take a peek behind the curtain as we unpack the game mechanics that sparked serious ideas for playful pedagogy.

Six years ago, a little book called EDrenaline Rush changed everything — for my classroom, my career, and eventually, the launch of EMC² Learning. Take a look back at the book that started it all and discover why it’s still igniting student engagement around the world.

The annual EMC² Summer Survey is LIVE! All month long, we’re inviting 10,000+ Engagement Engineers worldwide to sound off and shape what’s next. What should we build? What do you need? And where are we headed? See how you can help us build the future of playful pedagogy!

In 1957, an aspiring Beach Boy turned in a little ditty called Surfin’—and got an F. Almost 60 years later, his school changed the grade. But what are we really grading—fame, polish, or potential? Catch a wave of variable-based grading, creativity, and the power of growth.

Big news, folks! EMC² Learning’s very own John Meehan has been selected to join the Pulitzer Center’s AI Teacher Advisory Council — a national cohort exploring AI, ethics, and education. Learn how this incredible honor will help shape the future of teaching and tech!

Every Memorial Day, CrossFitters around the U.S. tackle “Murph” — a brutal workout honoring Navy Lt. Michael Murphy’s ultimate sacrifice. This blog isn’t about PRs. It’s about humility, showing up, and remembering what it means to serve something greater than ourselves.

Let’s be real: May and June can feel like a long, slow fade to summer. Between locker cleanouts, field day chaos, and that inevitable “can we just watch a movie?” chorus from students, it’s easy to lose momentum in those final weeks. But what if you could flip the script?

We did it! EMC² Learning just hit 1,000 fully editable resources — and they’re all ready to rock your classroom. From review games to STEM challenges, every resource is built for engagement, backed by research, and ready when you are. Come see what the buzz is about!

We don’t talk about crypto… but maybe it’s time we should. From economics to ethics, currencies like Bitcoin open the door to real-world learning opportunities across all sorts of content areas. See how EMC² Learning helps teachers and students unlock classroom magic!

What’s in a name? When the newly elected Pope Leo XIV chose his papal title, it sent a quiet but powerful message to educators everywhere. In this post, we unpack how a centuries-old legacy can shape tomorrow’s classrooms — and why even secular teachers should take note.