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A Head For Numbers
I was never a genius - my IQ would fall somewhere between 65 and 100, but people respected and admired me for what they termed my "head for numbers". I admit: even though I remember most things such as my business or telephone numbers, as well as those of others, some are more difficult for me to retain. Still, I was stumped when - according to my mother's prediction - kids my age and my college year were queuing up outside my door to assist them with a mathematical problem. Mathematics was not my favorite subject. Nevertheless, I managed to pass every year with flying colors. In any event, I took up a position as a temp in a prestigious school, teaching...what else? Before I accepted the position, I had to do a little refresher course into the more advanced aspects of mathematics.
By Robert Niemski5 years ago in Education
Honouring Black Academic Superstars 🙌🏾
As I co-planned Black History Month events at my university in February 2020, I found myself reflecting on the barriers to success for Black students in my immediate environment. The one that stood out to me at the time was financial barriers and their associated opportunities for relief or lack thereof. After perusing the list of financial awards available, I noticed that there was no award specifically for Black students despite there being awards for other identities. Being a Black student who dabbled in activism, I knew that I had to embark on a journey to change this promptly.
By Donziikinz5 years ago in Education
My First Year Teaching
"What are you doing out of class Melanie?" "Mrs. Anderson, my water broke!" So if this sounds crazy, it was. My first year as a teacher was anything but traditional. I had just graduated from college with my teaching certificate when I landed my first teaching job. It was at an all girls alternative school called the Teenage Mothers' School or TAMS for short. My students ranged in ages from 14 to 18 where I taught Freshmen English through Senior English. What a year it was! Besides just graduating from college, I had also just gotten married and now had to prepare four different lesson plans. My poor husband was lucky to see me before sundown most days. Still I had so much fun with my students. We all cried, laughed and learned together. The lessons went beyond English Language Arts and literature. I always used humor to lighten the mood and break the ice. So one April Fool's Day, I decided to play a joke on my students. However, little did I know that the joke would be on me.
By patricia anderson5 years ago in Education
The Best Way for Kids to Learn Coding in 2021: Cheap 1-on-1 Personalized Learning
Coding for kids is becoming more popular than ever. Many parents are looking to teach their kids coding outside of regular schooling. Coding classes for kids cover a range of challenging subjects. It's important that kids learn in the right setting to understand the material. Group classrooms can be beneficial but private lessons are a better way to teach coding to kids.
By Zihao Teng5 years ago in Education
In Honor of Black History Month
Throughout our history it is no secret that the views on race and racism have long been a big issue and topic of controversy. Primarily amongst the black members of our communities. The unfathomable war of racism still rages on to this day, as unfortunate as that fact is. But coming to the end of black history month in 2021, I'd like to show some recognition and love to some of the most beautifully brave, determined, strong, intelligent, talented, compassionate, inspirational and influential souls the world has ever had the pleasure of knowing. As much as I would like to list them all, that would be impossible. So I created a time line going by birth year or year of a relevant event. These are some of the ones that stand out to me. Let’s dive in!
By Haley Christine5 years ago in Education
