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Struggling Readers Statistics
For many teachers, attempting to transform your struggling readers into book-smart whiz-kids can seem a difficult, if not an impossible, task, especially for those with larger classes to teach. But it can make all the difference in going that extra mile for children struggling with reading. Reading is essential for children to have a bright […]
Motivation
How to Motivate Students
Motivating students to study hard and focus can be difficult at the best of times. This is particularly true at the beginning of a new semester when kids are still in the mood for a summer vacation. Fortunately, some things can be done to tackle short attention spans and get kids excited about learning new […]
Teaching
I’m a Traditional Teacher (Teaching Methods)
When it comes to teaching, sometimes the old ways are best. After all, if they've been working for generations, what needs to be changed? As an old-school teacher, I understand all the new and exciting ways modern teaching can help students. But injecting a little bit of tradition into the classroom can go a long […]
Inspirational
Teaching & Staying Motivated!
The further we get into the school year, the harder it is to muster up that same level of motivation we have in those first few new weeks. This is especially true when it comes to educators who have taught for more than a few years. After a while, it can feel like each year […]
Teaching
10 Ways to Introduce Social-Emotional Learning
Social and emotional learning (commonly referred to as SEL) is vital to a young person's development. SEL helps a child build the requisite skills and behaviors to effectively deal with everyday challenges and tasks related to ethics, social interaction, and self-management. Indeed, according to the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), SEL can […]
Technology
Needed Teacher Apps!
While the use of mobile phones in class might once have been frowned upon, advancements in technology have meant that smartphone/tablet technology can now be useful for making education more interactive or exciting. The benefits of using technology in the classroom include the following: Independent learning is encouraged Student engagement is improved Life skills are […]
Classroom
10 Tips to Introduce Positive Language in the Classroom
Regarding the responsibility of demonstrating good behavior and positive language to children, it's vitally important that teachers do their part. As educators who play a huge part in how our students develop and grow, showing them how to behave is just as important as teaching them their A-B-Cs or 1-2-3s. Changing language to something more […]
Teacher Resources
Parent-conference Tips
While no one considers teaching children a breeze, often one of the most stressful times of the year isn't kid-centric at all. Instead, it's the times when you have to interact directly with your student’s parents that can be a real cause of stress " especially if you're not prepared ahead of time. Parent-teacher nights […]
Parent Resources
What is Berkeley Parents Network?
The Berkeley Parents Network is a nonprofit website that allows parents in the San Francisco Bay area to connect. It hosts an interactive forum and a newsletter, allowing local members to share advice and tips about successful parenting on a grassroots level. Through the Berkeley Parents Network, guardians and parents of Bay Area children can […]

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