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Quality Vs. Quantity: It’s Not Just About the Minutes for Chicago Public Schools
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Literature Circles Motivate Students to Read
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President Obama Addresses Education Reform
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Benefits of Becoming a Graduate Teaching AssistantBecoming a graduate teaching assistant is one of the most beneficial things you could do in graduate school. Here are some of the reasons why!
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Kentucky Educational System vs. Creationist Theme ParkGovernor Beshear pushes for new cuts to the education system budget in his $19 billion plan but leaves the tax break of a controversial Creationist theme park alone.
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Multi-Genre Research Projects: Re-inventing the Traditional Research PaperMulti-genre research projects are a new trend in education. Instead of the traditional alphabetic, 5-paragraph essay, teachers are having success with multi-genre research projects. What exactly is a multi-genre research project?
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A Three-Step Approach to Prepare Students for Standardized TestsThese three low-stress events help teachers prepare high school students for state testing. This article shares a Michigan teacher's approach to preparing students for the MME (Michigan Merit Exam.) -
5 Quotes Not to Say to Your Child's Teacher During ConferencesInsert. Foot. Here. This is a list of 5 phrases that, during a parent conference, makes educator's ears bleed.
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Room Parent Tips: Unique Class Activities for Valentine's DayAre you an awesome room parent? Longing to organize a memorable Valentine's Day party for your kids class? Why not suggest one of these innovative class activities for Valentine's Day?
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Four Approaches to Incorporating Cultural Diversity Into Classroom CurriculumWith the ever-increasing diversity among students in the classroom, it’s important for teachers to create a culturally diverse curriculum. Here are ways for teachers to bring culture into the classroom. -
Study Suggests Math Homework May Be PointlessA new study suggests that more math homework may be contributing to lower student test scores.
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Studying Abroad: Oxford CallingA look back at a three-week study abroad summer course at the University of Oxford.
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Legislators Should Protect LGBT Children at SchoolWe lose LBGT students to depression and suicide every day. The public now has a chance to put a dent in the wave of harassment that is plaguing gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender school children.
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Identifying the Student with Obsessive-Compulsive DisorderStudents with obsessive-compulsive disorder may exhibit some of the following behaviors in the classroom.
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Teacher POV: Grading Students on Weight a MustFrench dietitian, Pierre Dukan is pushing for his government to implement grading practices based on students' weight. The United States' rapidly growing obesity rate among children suggests a program like this is critical here, too.
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Kids Caught Up in Perfect Storm of Colorado School Funding IssuesA lack of funding and an increase in mandates collide with a hard economy to create a storm of school funding issues that have no easy answers.
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Teachers Need More Feedback, Better AssessmentsThe general consensus among educators seems to be that to do their jobs properly, teachers need quality feedback, and more than just once a year. A new report confirms this, and offers a different approach to traditional teacher assessments.
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Naptime Helps Toddlers LearnWhile all children possess different internal clocks, and families have their own schedules, the rules often change once toddlers are in a school environment. Toddlers who take naps may have an easier time learning.
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Are High School Teachers More Qualified to Teach Than College Professors?While high school teachers pass through extensive requirements to become educators, college professors should have to jump through even more hoops to prove their educational prowess. But is that actually the case in the real world?
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Great Job for New College GradsMany countries offer English jobs for college grads. South Korea is a great place to find such jobs. They offer furnished apartments, medical insurance and a nice salary. Teaching experience is not required but would almost guarantee a job.
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Great Ideas to Help Homeschooling Kids Burn Off Winter EnergyWhen homeschooling kids are stuck inside due to winter weather, there are loads of things parents can do to help them get important exercise. Keep them physically fit with these easy and fun ideas to do while homeschooling.
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Defaulting on Private Vs. Federal Student LoansThere's a layer of confusion when it comes to student loans in default: the difference between Federal student loans, which are guaranteed by the government, and private loans, which can carry higher interest rates and offer fewer borrower protections.
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The Most Basic Misconception About EvolutionWhether you personally believe in evolution or not, learn the truth about the theory's biggest misconception. It may just help you understand what everyone's been talking about.
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Teaching Your Preschooler to Read Now Will Produce a Good Student LaterTeaching preschoolers to read well early is one of the most important gifts a parent can give to their child. A former homeschooler of almost two decades tells a simple way to begin the process without paying a penny.
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Homeschooling Doesn’t Have to Be ExpensiveIn today's economy, saving money is a priority for most families, and that includes those who homeschool. Learn some great tips from a veteran homeschooler on how to teach your kids at home without breaking your budget.
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Degrees of AdjectivesLet's face it, English is hard to learn. This is because it is not something you can learn without the right guidance. The approach that was used to teach me English is called Shurley English. It differs from typical English classes in many ways.
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Order of Adjectives in a Sentence and MoreAdjectives can be found in many different variations. But there is actually a formula to a grammatically correct sentence. Here is how to ensure that your sentence remains grammatically correct by paying attention to the placement of your adjectives.
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Nouns and the English LanguageLearning the parts of the English language can be a challenge. But there is a different style of English that can help you through the tough times. Rather than feeling like you are beating your head against a wall, try Shurley English.
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Adjectives and the English LanguageAdjectives can be tricky to learn. But they do not have to be. In this article, I will cover adjectives in general. Tackling it all at once can be overwhelming. Remember, take it piece by piece.
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No Child Left Behind Leaves 10 StatesNo Child Left Behind was intended to genuinely be a law to help improve the odds of your child getting an education. What it did is lower the universal education standard and create a principle of "just made it."
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10 States Released from No Child Left BehindPresident Obama spoke about the decision to grant 10 states waivers for the No Child Left Behind law in a White House event at 1:55 p.m. EST on Feb. 9, 2012.
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When it Comes to Your Money, the Little Things Really CountLittle things often matter more than big things when it comes to your family budget. Change your routine and see how it changes your money picture.
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Top Five Concerns Parents Have when Starting to HomeschoolWhen you first start homeschooling, you can sometimes feel like you are out on a limb all by yourself.
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What Happens when Your Country Goes BadThere is something to be learned and taken to heart from history, overly trusting others, even your own government, can be fatal. The more trust you place in something other than yourself, the more risk you are personally accepting.
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Leadership: Economic Constraints, Votes that Don’t CountEconomic theory is based on analytical thought but reflections within our society show there is still lacks a reality check. The perfect market economy describe is not in existence, therefore we still need to take actions.
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Confidentiality: Protecting Yourself and Your StudentsYou are responsible for the extremely difficult task of making sure that the next generation receives a quality education, while at the same time, having to comply with extensive federal privacy regulations that many are not even aware exist.
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Multilingualism is Becoming a Social Phenomenon Governed by the Filipino Students' Needs of Globalization and Cultural OpennessThis language diversity expands the foreign learners' linguistic and cultural awareness, adding to the richness of the academic experience.
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Malcom X Speaks AgainRecently, an audiotape of Malcolm X's 1961 speech surfaced after 50 years of silence. This Malcolm X speech was rediscovered by 22-year-old Brown University student Malcolm Burnley.
