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Are You a Teacher? Best Ways to Stay Organized
Teachers are often underappreciated. They put in a lot of effort to provide a great learning experience for children that are in their classroom each year. They can have very hectic schedules, and it can become difficult to stay organized when there are so many students to pay attention to during the course of the day.
By Damien Justus7 years ago in Education
Individualized Education Plans vs. 504 Plans
Many different students have IEPs, and others have 504 Plans. It is important to know what each of those are and when it is necessary to set up an IEP versus setting up a 504 Plan. There are many similarities and differences to IEP’s and 504 Plans. Each of them has multiple different components that complete them.
By Elizabeth Van Ingen7 years ago in Education
This I Believe
I believe in kids. I believe that kids can teach us some valuable lessons, whether or not they intended to. They can impact us and challenge us to think differently. Kids teach us that not everything has to be so complex, that life can be simple. They are always honest about their opinions. If they do not want to do something like a certain craft, they will tell you. Or if they will tell you if they like you or not. Kids also show others how to live a carefree life, and not worry about every single detail. Kids also have a great imagination, and dream big whenever they think about the future. All kids believe that they can make it to a major league sports team, or become the president of the country. Whatever it is that the child wants to do, they will go out of their way to do it, or at least have a lot of knowledge about the subject. These are just a few things kids teach older people, rather the other way around.
By Elizabeth Van Ingen7 years ago in Education
The 'High School Musical' Experience
For my final drama class in high school, a few of my friends and I decided to direct the school’s musical of the year. This would start the worst semester of my life, academically and emotionally. We started the semester with the plan to put on Peter Pan Jr. It was an easy musical for the talent level in our class, and we were excited about it. That is, until the issue of the Indians were brought up. This is obviously a very racist depiction of Native American people, and we had a few ideas, some of which were making the Indians another group of Lost Boys, or scrapping them all together. We ultimately decided that we couldn’t do Peter Pan, and it was back to the drawing board.
By Alexis Ionescu7 years ago in Education
11 Tips to Ace Your SAT Exam
The most difficult test of any student’s life is the SAT exam. It is designed in a way that tests the student’s aptitude and knowledge in three subjects: English, math and reading. The test is relatively easier too; however, the only thing that makes it extremely stressful and difficult is time. Therefore, here a few tips and strategies to keep in mind while giving your SAT exam:
By Umair Hassan7 years ago in Education
Checklist for Your New College Freshman
Three Tips for Freshman Year Summer is here and you have just graduated. Soon enough, your mother will be crying and your father will be proud as you make your way to college. For most of us, our college freshman experience is the same. We party too much, study too little, and hate living in the dorms. But by following this checklist, you can cut the negatives out of your first year at college!
By Sasha McGregor7 years ago in Education
How to Teach Students Effectively
If you are a teacher who is just starting your career and wants to learn a little bit more on how to teach a class effectively in a classroom that is very noisy and that has many distractions, you should consider getting a teaching credential which helps your ability to run a classroom well. Getting a teaching credential and being a substitute teacher for a high school classroom can give you the confidence you will need to teach students who do not want to learn but instead go to school because they have to by law.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Education
High-Vibe Teaching
Most educators today are familiar with or have actively engaged in the teachings of Carol Dweck's Mindset. There are so many facets to her research, but the power of the word "yet" is one of the main components of transforming a "fixed mindset" to a "growth mindset." For example, if you say "I can't do this," you have a fixed mindset and will probably give up and never learn to do it. You will believe you are not capable of the skill or concept, and that will become your truth. However, if you say "I can't do this yet, but I will try," you will give yourself the momentum to get through any obstacles to learn the concept or develop the skill you wish to acquire. This is true in your own learning and the learning of your students. If you have not read about Dweck's Mindset research, I highly recommend it for your own growth and the growth of your students. In addition to using the power of the word "yet," I want to introduce you to six more phrases that can foster a growth mindset, and bring positive energy to your classroom.
By Marci Brodock7 years ago in Education
5 Ways to Continue Learning After Graduation
Is Graduation the End of Learning? Often times, we think of graduation as the end of our education. But it doesn’t have to be. Learning and keeping your brain sharp can be a lifelong journey. It’s well worth it. There is so much out there to learn. It’d be a shame to ignore it, and there are many ways to learn outside of traditional school.
By Mikkie Mills7 years ago in Education
Charter and Private Schools Are Not Thinking About Violence
Allow me to start by clarifying my expertise in this matter. I am a former police officer and a medical professional. I have degrees in criminal psychology, criminal justice, emergency management, and public administration. I own a security, preparedness, and safety consulting and contracting firm. I specialize in mass shootings for schools and hospital, and medical facility and large complex safety. That being said, I have noticed there are some places that are not eager to seek the services and or training needed to make themselves better served to protect their students, patients, and patrons. They all share the common thought, that it can't happen to them. Unfortunately, we live in a time when there are no more impossibilities.
By Bradley Perry7 years ago in Education
College Students Dealing with Stress Can Be Healthy With Life-Style Changes
How can college students find ways to cope with stress? It’s no secret that today’s college students are feeling burned out due to our fast-paced society. Many students are depressed, restless, and are agitated on a weekly basis. Some students who cannot handle stress turn to alcohol, smoking, and drugs. Although they may feel that it will give them a form of relief, it will only make them feel worse, but it will soon give them more unneeded stress. No college student is immune from stress, but there are ways for them to deal with it.
By Mikkie Mills7 years ago in Education
