The Importance of an Open Mind When Evaluating Teaching Methods

How do new teachers navigate the transition from structured college classrooms to the diverse and often chaotic real-world teaching environments? As they step into contemporary classrooms, they're met with unfamiliar teaching styles, unexpected challenges, and the need for effective observation and adaptation. With various learning styles and teaching methods at play, how can educators ensure they're embracing the best strategies for genuine student engagement and growth?

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Navigating the Future of Education: The 360° Power of Mentorship

Addressing challenges faced by new teachers can be a challenge. What are the effects of mentoring and induction programs on teacher retention, highlighting studies by Smith and Ingersol It emphasizes the importance of carefully selected mentors, their active engagement, and the benefits of collaborative support in enhancing novice teachers' experiences and commitment to the teaching profession.

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Top 4 Ways Students Can Have A Voice In Your Classroom

When students feel like they have a say in the classroom, they are more likely to be engaged and motivated learners so what are you doing to ensure they have a voice?

Why You Should Focus On Improving Your Lesson Plan First

Improving teacher performance can be a challenge if teachers are alone in the classroom. There are four steps to making sure lesson plans are meaningful.

Moving Coursework Online: Considerations And Strategies Explained

Many schools and parents are choosing to implement digital learning as part of a child's learning experience we must remove barriers for students to access our content.

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The Biggest Trends In Self-Critique We've Seen This Year: A Teachers Growth Tool

Teachers aren’t restricted to simply being video consumers either, now more than ever creating your own videos just gets easier and easier. How are you perfecting your craft and getting better?