The link between summer vacation and learning may not be readily apparent to most people. However, rest is a critical component of the learning process. Similar to how an athlete…
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Reaching the end of the school year is a significant accomplishment for both students and teachers alike. However, it is common for students to lose motivation in the weeks leading…
Over the last few months, it seems as though working from home has become the norm. While there are certainly positives to being able to work at home, it…
With the spread of COVID-19, many schools have moved their curriculum online. Of course, the safety of students and teachers alike is of the utmost importance right now, but in…
The rise of technology in the classroom is double-sided; new programs and devices can be exceedingly useful in helping students learn. However, phones and laptops can be huge timewasters and…
Clear verbal communication is perhaps the most critical aspect of being a teacher. So much so in fact that nonverbal communication often gets eclipsed. Nonverbal communication impacts the tone of…
The start of the new decade usually brings with it the desire to join the parade of people with their New Year’s Resolutions. As a teacher, it may seem like…
As Christmas Break draws near and students begin studying for the end of the year tests, classroom stress and student lethargy are on the rise. This time of year can…
With Thanksgiving break coming up and Christmas break not far behind, the routine of school becomes daunting and tedious, as students begin to count down the days until they…
Feedback is an essential part of the learning process and it comes in a variety of forms: positive, negative, constructive, written, verbal, the list goes on. At its best, feedback…