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All about teachers and the world of teaching; teachers sharing their best and worst interactions with students, best teaching practices, the path to becoming a teacher, and more.
3 Aspects Early Childhood Education Should Consider
They have chosen those institutions because they are conveniently located, employ great professionals, don’t cost too much or for any other logical reason. Also, most parents hope that their kid will receive the best possible education, apart from simply being looked after while their parents are at work. But how realistic are those expectations?
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Education
How to Make the Most Out of Your Teaching Career
As a teacher, it is easy to get burnt out and feel the grind of teaching every day. However, there are many different ways to make the most out of your teaching career. When you are really pushing to the next level, you will find that your possibilities are virtually limitless in your field.
By Mikkie Mills7 years ago in Education
Tools, Tips, and Tech for Homeschooling
Did you know that homeschoolers perform better in studies than traditional schoolers? In the US alone, there were about 1.5 million kids being homeschooled, according to the 2012 statistical survey by the US Census bureau.
By Caitlyn Bell7 years ago in Education
Being an Archery Instructor Completely Changed My Life
It's not like anyone really plans to become an archery instructor, or at least, I didn't. It more just fell into my lap when I was training to be a camp counselor, and happened to be the best during our archery instructor training (thanks to USA Archery, but more on them later). So, after being surprised into being the archery instructor, I got another surprise. We teach to a camp of all Autistic children, as well as multiple other camps, which meant I had to have multiple sets of equipment to keep track of, and be prepared for, setting up multiple ranges at each camp.
By Kristen Barenthaler7 years ago in Education
Mrs. Nelson
Mrs. Nelson was my fourth grade teacher. She was single, and almost 40. Back in those days, that was not common. Most teachers were either too young to be wed, or almost old enough to retire. Mrs. Nelson was neither. She didn’t fit the mold, in any shape or form.
By Maria Ayala7 years ago in Education
How to Organize Your Classroom Better
Organizing a classroom is about more than just aesthetic value, or personal preference; the organization of a classroom can affect the way your students learn. While planning a classroom, keep both the needs of your students, and your own needs in mind. Your classroom should be both relaxing and encouraging, designed to help improve class performance. Little details like the color scheme, lighting, and posters can make a big difference. Take some time (not necessarily money), and set up your classroom in the best way possible by using these tips:
By Mikkie Mills7 years ago in Education
4 Tips on Organizing Your Classroom
Have you ever watched your class leave at the end of the day to look around the room you use and see a disastrous mess? It looks less like a classroom and more like the aftermath of the Godzilla movie. You’d love to put everything right, but you’re already exhausted and have too much else to do before the day is done. Well, there are a few things you can do in your classroom to get the place organized and tidy before you leave for the day. This article will review what larger changes can influence easier daily tidiness.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Education
The Importance of Finding the Right Early Childhood Education Programme
It’s widely accepted that what happens during the early years is of the utmost importance for every child’s development. At the same time, it’s a period of amazing opportunity, but also of susceptibility to negative influences. Unfortunately, so many children are unable to reach their full potential due to their family’s income status, geographical location, religion, or sexual orientation. If not provided the right nutrition, care, and education, children fail to reach their potential.
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Education
Creating A Proper Piano Lesson Schedule
To be a successful and professional music instructor, you need to create, and keep, an adequate schedule that you can easily follow. Since a piano teacher’s class plans can get a little hectic, it’s easy to forget when student’s classes are, as well as when you have reserved time off to run errands, if you don’t have a proper lesson schedule in place. Below you’ll learn a few tips on how to create your own piano lesson schedule to stay on track. These tips will also help you to decide when you should offer lessons during the week.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Education
5 Reasons Why Furthering Your Education Can Help You Become a Better Teacher
If your dream is to become a teacher, you have a special role to play in shaping future generations. Therefore, you ought to make sure that you attain all the required skills to do so effectively. For example, if you studied arts and want to become a teacher, you may have to get a teaching degree to become good at molding students. You can either enroll at an institution of higher learning or apply for online degrees that specialize in teaching. Here are more reasons why you should further your education to follow your teaching dreams:
By Mikkie Mills7 years ago in Education
Ending the School Year Right
As I sit in my office counting down the minutes until the end of day bell rings, I began to think about a few things. The first one was what I was going to have for dinner but after I got over that craving, I asked myself two questions.
By Alex Taillie7 years ago in Education











