by Benjamin Joseph Tanner
Jul 2, 2010
Study Skills 2810 Views
It can be difficult to motivate struggling readers. However there are many proven methods that you can use. Encouraging fun, informal reading might seem counter intuitive, especially to parents of struggling readers who tend to focus more on reading accuracy. So here are some great tips on how to motivate your child this summer.
Jul 2, 2010
Speaking/Listening 3410 Views
Vocabulary (Lexis) Vocabulary is essential to convey meaning. A student can't convey all that much without grammar, but can't convey anything without the use of vocabulary. A tourist visiting an English speaking country will be able to effectively communicate a request for directions by merely saying to a person "train!"
Jul 4, 2010
Teaching Methodology 7971 Views
In recent years a debate has developed over which approaches to structuring, planning and implementing lessons are more effective. Theorists and practitioners are constantly arguing about how language acquisition takes place and how best to facilitate this. Many approaches and methods have been developed which have had a substantial impact on language teaching.
Jul 4, 2010
Teacher Training 3871 Views
It is difficult however to strictly categorise teachers under certain headings as teachers will find various aspects of each category true for them and their own particular personality types. These categories therefore have very vague lines...
Jul 6, 2010
Other 2692 Views
With all the pink slips going out this year, I can't help but being reminded of a story my mentor told me about when she first began her teaching career. She received her first pink slip in the mail from our district "Postage Due." That's right. She had to pay money in order to receive the news that she no longer had a job.
Jul 6, 2010
Teaching 3580 Views
I've said it before. In public education, there are more sad stories than happy endings. Even so, after graduation this year I have to admit that the happy endings might outweigh all that bad stuff. Well, not really, but at least for one glorious day, you can take a look at what accomplishment looks like.
by Sarah Elaine Eaton, Ph.D.
Jul 9, 2010
Study Abroad 3015 Views
Finding super host families for home stay students is key for a successful home stay program. Here are the top things that the best host families do.
Jul 9, 2010
Learning Methodology 3542 Views
Education is in a state of flux. The traditional learning techniques of a teacher standing in front of a class full of students referring to notes and a 'standard' textbook are beginning to feel a little dated. While this may provide an excellent method that facilitates examination methodology and coaches children to store enough basic knowledge to pass a series of questions on an exam paper, it isn't how people actually learn.
Jul 12, 2010
Teaching 3997 Views
Do you consider yourself "name-learning challenged?" Do you find it difficult to think of a student's name when the two of you meet? Or is it harder for you to match faces with the names of students on your class roster?
Jul 12, 2010
Other 2804 Views
Schooling is an important and major phase of every individual. A strong and sound base can build and shape the future of tomorrow's citizens. Education gives the best results when it is made interesting and truly purpose-oriented for the child's overall development.