The Future of Substitute Teaching: What Will It Look Like Tomorrow?
In a world filled with budget cuts and lack of funding, school districts are looking for ways to reduce expenses. How will this affect substitute …
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The Common Core Standards are meant to assist our students in meeting college and work expectations while preparing them to succeed in our global …
Continue ReadingUsing Pinterest to Manage and Organize Your Lesson Plans
Sure, Pinterest is a great place for finding new recipes and home decorating ideas, but can it also be used as an educational resource? You bet!
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How tough is it today to find good student teaching placements for up-and-coming education graduates? Are education reform efforts making this an even …
Continue ReadingProposed Changes to the DSM V in Diagnosing Autism: What Does This Mean for Students?
One of the proposed changes to the DSM V includes updating the criteria for diagnosing Autism. Many are worried that the new standards will no longer …
Continue ReadingWhen Using an iPad in the Classroom Will Do More Harm Than Good
Sure, new technology is great, but not all teachers are well-equipped to use brand new iPads right away. In fact, there are times when the technology …
Continue ReadingSeven Causes of Inattention in Students: Working with an Inattentive Child
There are many different reasons for a child having difficulty paying attention in class or completing their homework. Instead of simply slapping a …
Continue ReadingIssues That Bring About Teacher Strikes: More Than Just the Money
The eyes of the entire nation watched the collective bargaining efforts and subsequent 2012 strike of the Chicago Teachers Union. Some rallied in …
Continue ReadingAmerica's Perceptions of the Nation's Public Schools: Are We More Pessimistic Than We Should Be?
How would you grade the nation’s public schools? Do you think the schools in your local area are doing better than the national average? Results …
Continue ReadingIncorporating the Common Core State Standards into your Teaching Style
Your school has recently adapted the Common Core State Standards. How does this affect you as a teacher? Here are some tips on making the “Common Core …
Continue ReadingCreate Your Own Person Food Guide Plate: A Fun Food Guide My Plate Lesson Plan
Looking for ways to teach children about the MyPlate food guide? Here students enjoy creating their own MyPlate and displaying their work in the …
Continue ReadingMiddle School Lesson Plan on the Human Brain: Neurons in the Brain
Teaching your class about the parts of a neuron and the function of a neuron? This lesson plan goes over the neurons in the brain, including the parts …
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