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The History and Origin of the Latin Language

John Garger
Categories : Tips for learning & translating latin

The Latin language has survived in one form or another for over 2,000 years. It is both the cognate and parent of many modern languages. Learn about …

Try This Pantomime Drama Game to Teach Cooperation to Your Students

Beth Taylor
Categories : The arts in middle school

This drama game is both useful on its own and is a necessary part of leading students in the process of dramatizing and developing stories for …

A Positive Review of the Video: “What’s Wrong with Methamphetamines?”

goldwriter
Categories : Lesson plans for high school science

“What’s Wrong with Methamphetamines?” is a video distributed by Discovery Education. Designed for high school students, this video …

About Jigsaw and STAD Reading for Mixed Ability Classes

Doritsas
Categories : High school english lesson plans grades 9 12

Jigsaw reading and STAD are two types of cooperative learning activities that teachers should be encouraged to use in their mixed ability classes. …

An Introduction to the ACT for Teachers, Students and Parents

Linda Hinkle
Categories : Test taking techniques for all grades & ages

Good information about ACT test prep is important for students, parents, and teachers. This article introduces the various topics discussed in this …

Body Language and Sign Language : What are They, and How do They Differ?

Rebecca Scudder
Categories : Miscellaneous languages

Body language and sign language are means of communication without the use of the spoken word. Learn what they have in common, what distinguished them …

Constructing their Robots: Session Two on Teaching Kids in the Classrooms About Robots with Lego Mindstorms NXT

Sean Fears
Categories : Lesson plans for middle school science

After constructing the TriBot in Lesson One, your students should be ready to move on to Lesson Two: construction and programming of a more advanced …

Extensive Reading Tips and Activities

Doritsas
Categories : Teaching methods, tips & strategies

Every elementary and junior high school teacher needs to know how to differentiate reading instruction by incorporating a wide range of reading tasks …

Importance of Teaching Robotics Education in School

Sean Fears
Categories : Lesson plans for middle school science

Science and technology are extremely popular with today’s youth; they are also a pathway to career opportunities in the future. Engaging in …

Introduction to the Concrete Random Learner: A Case Study of a Student with Learning Disabilities

Barbara
Categories : Inclusion strategies for mainstreamed classrooms

Sasha’s IEP (Individual Education Plan) doesn’t mention her learning style anywhere in the legal document. The trial and error approach of her …