Discover what motivates teachers to stay or leave their jobs. This study of 425 Wisconsin teachers reveals key factors influencing teacher retention, including job satisfaction, school leadership, and relationships with students and colleagues.
Read MoreEven if we had the most top-of-the-line, innovative devices and software in our classrooms, student learning all depends on its quality of use. Technology is here to stay but we must be effective with our usage.
Read MoreAlthough there are many exciting advantages there are also things we should keep in mind about Edtech, which is paving the way in an ever-increasing world.
Read MoreNo longer does a student need to scramble to look up content in an Encyclopedia for information or scroll through the pages of a textbook. Now with a simple search, students can access a vast array of information… but with internet information, there are drawbacks.
Read MoreWhen I was a teacher, every holiday season I spent about $200. Yes, this seems like a lot but, gift-giving was a part of our school culture. Here is the breakdown below:
Read MoreCan you imagine writing on a digital table and sending it to your email? Well, it’s happening! Digital aids in integrated learning of print and digital material include Smart tables that are essentially digital, interactive displays as tables rather than wall displays.
Read MoreAcross the US, students are demanding their rights to be recognized by their school administrators as students want more control over their education.
Read MoreTraditionally, students were not included in conversations that directly affected them even in the classroom setting but now School districts are incorporating student voice in everything they do!
Read MoreKeeping Up with School Assignments, Projects, and Deadlines are just a few things that students go through during middle school; at a time when feeling socially insecure and emotionally vulnerable are at its peak.
Read MoreDigital badges or micro-credentials is a way to recognize professionals who demonstrate skills and competence in specific areas of their field.
Read MoreBeing a change agent can be tricky but with a little help, you too can change a school’s norm. Yes, teachers and staff can shift a culture.
Read MoreMost of the teachers I know genuinely want to change the world but once we arrive in predominantly white schools we are faced with adversity.
Read MoreEngaged students became more proactive in their learning, rather than just participating in classes which formed the basis of the previous understanding of engagement.
Read MoreRather than punishing students, there has been ways that researchers have been looking into bringing in programs to not only bring down student conflict in schools, but to also give students tools to be able to handle conflict
Read MoreAlexa, the virtual assistant is a fun way to increase engagement in the classroom.
Read MorePrograms for wellness actively engage students in activities which alleviate anxiety, stress and other mental health wellbeing that can impact upon the learning experience for students.
Read MoreFlexible seating in educational classrooms is paving the way for a change in the future direction of teaching styles and student learning experience.
Read MoreWhen teacher uses bite-sized chunks to share informational content everyone wins. Students enjoy learning when teachers break an activity down into digestible pieces.
Read MoreProfessional Development is not functional for traditional teachers. Most schools, make traditional teachers look for opportunities outside of their job.
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