A new study on the academic effects of homework offers not only some intriguing results but also a lesson on how to read a study -- and a reminder of the importance of doing just that: reading studies (carefully) rather than relying on summaries by journalists or even by the researchers themselves. Alfie Kohn explains.
While lesson planning this summer, educators might also take time to reflect on their core beliefs about learning and teaching.
It took a life-threatening condition to jolt chemistry teacher Ramsey Musallam out of ten years of "pseudo-teaching" to understand the true role of the educator: to cultivate curiosity. In a fun and personal talk, Musallam gives 3 rules to spark imagination and learning, and get students excited about how the world works.
Although the term “flipped learning” is almost universally recognized, teachers apply it in many forms, in all grades levels, and in various school environments. If you are a teacher using flipped …
One mom added an unexpected item to the middle school preparation checklist: a tube of toothpaste.
Start financial literacy lessons early — and I don’t mean as a Freshman in high school. “Parents’ influence on their children’s understanding of money management begins early…before they even start school.”* If you’re a parent, your child will invariably show interest in money before you drop them off for their first day of kindergarten. Your …
Blogger Rebecca Alber offers teachers valuable tips for instructional pacing.
The benefits of teaching children to include personal values among financial priorities, such as by supporting philanthropic ideals.
What would be the best legacy for a father to leave his children? The answer is crystal clear. Living a life of integrity, humility and generosity. I am one of the privileged few to have a father who embodies these three fundamental pillars to...
If you’re struggling with some kind of setback today, know that you’re not alone. I’m right here with you, presently struggling. And this too shall pass. We’ll get through it. We'll grow stronger. In the end, the hardest days make us who we are.
Why embracing defeat can be just as important as celebrating victory.
Identical twins separated at birth in a cruel experiment have spoken for the first time about how they found each other after a chance encounter at a pancake restaurant.
How To Add Rigor To Any Lesson, Unit, or Assessment.
Bible lesson ideas for Christian camp<br>When you are planning a Christian camp program, a theme can tie the activities and devotions of the week together. As you consider themes, think of ways you can teach lessons of the Bible and the church using hands-on projects that will leave a big impression in the minds of campers.<br>Live to Serve<br>Being of service, cleaning up the street.<br>A service theme can be tailored to the structure and time line of your program, whether…
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