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May 23, 2018
Good teachers make a tremendous difference in the lives of students. Learn about the qualities that top teachers and students agree top-notch teachers possess.
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May 14, 2018
The teaching profession is in the midst of a shift, thanks to changing technology, policy, and various societal factors, such as growing inequality. One thing hasn’t changed: It is a profession of highs and lows—of intensely heartening moments and deeply challenging ones. For many teachers, this intensity is a major part of the appeal. For others, it’s reason enough to leave the role.
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May 14, 2018
For years, it’s been widely thought that the ticket to professional success was a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) education. A new approach, however, adds the study of arts to the formula for success and stretches the acronym to STEAM. According to the latest survey results, a STEAM education is proving to be more effective in positioning students for success beyond the classroom.
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May 11, 2018
As a US veteran, you have spent years serving your country and gaining a wealth of knowledge along the way.
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May 4, 2018
Professional development for teachers is a necessary part of the job. At its best, professional development (PD) helps teachers integrate the newest findings about what works for students, connect with and learn from their peers, and sort through challenges and boost morale.
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April 29, 2018
While many teachers report a high level of job meaning, they often feel their paychecks are insufficient. Beginning in late February, teachers throughout the country staged walkouts and strikes in order to secure more pay and increased funding for school resources.
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April 22, 2018
All teachers are leaders, but not all have inherent leadership abilities. Learn how teachers can cultivate their leadership abilities.
April 21, 2018
Students in the United States today face numerous challenges on campus among their peers. One of these challenges, unfortunately, is bullying.
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March 29, 2018
Due to different teachers’ credentials standards in the U.S. teachers are being held back and kept out of the profession by the current system.
An apple above three books.
March 27, 2018
Teacher Appreciation Day can be a way to cultivate appreciation for education more broadly and to reflect on the many ways the current system works.