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• Working as a School Counselor: Tips and Information to Help Students
  Counselors who work in a school setting see students with several different issues, such dealing with traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression and bullying. So how can a counselor help? These articles on information and strategies for the school counselor provide different ideas to help students.
• Teacher Guide to Creating Effective Partnerships With Parents
  Many teachers simply want to focus on teaching and don't want to be bothered with communicating with parents. However, good relationships with parents can be extremely helpful in educating your students. Find articles and ideas on effective conferences, planning open house events and much more!
• Great Graphic Organizers and Rubrics to Use in the Classroom
  Do you need help using graphic organizers and rubrics? This article offers a variety of both for a teacher of any age group in the K-12 school.
• Tips and Tools for New Teachers: How to Survive the First Year
  New teachers need to be prepared just as much as their students. If you need useful tutorials, tips and advice from experienced educators, then you have come to the right place. Use these resources to help you survive the first few months of school and give your teaching career the best start.
• Do You Know Your Students' Learning Styles?
  Ever ask yourself why some students seem to excel while others struggle? The truth is not every student learns the same way making different teaching methods necessary. Discover more about your students' learning styles to help them become successful learners!
• Putting the New Bloom's Taxonomy into Practice
  Using Bloom's Taxonomy in lesson plans will help teachers to make sure we are teaching higher order thinking skills. An example of how to put Bloom's Taxonomy into practice is included.
• How to Make Collaborative Learning Work in Your Classroom
  Collaborative learning fosters new ideas and challenges students to explore opinions. Educators must have a good deal of hands-on control of the learning environment, enforcing discipline as needed. Learn how to find a balance between discipline and collaborative learning for maximum effectiveness.
• K-12 Student Learning Outcomes in General Education
  Before beginning to plan your lessons, first develop a list of learning outcomes for your class. The more specific and focused the outcomes, the better you will be in designing lessons that are on track and enjoyable for both you and your students.
• Parent-Teacher Communication Ideas for a Great Year
  As a new teacher, you may not be focused on communicating with the parents of your students. Start the school year off right by introducing yourself to the family and having a welcoming spirit; keep it going all year long by representing yourself well.