The learning process can be very intimidating for some students. Maybe they've struggled in previous courses, doubted their intellectual abilities or had a hard time concentrating in class. Regardless of their reason for struggling, every student deserves the chance to be in a positive learning environment. Creating a culture of learning in the classroom can require some work upfront, but once that environment is established, teachers will see joy and success from their students. To help teachers create a culture of learning, we have compiled seven tips to help you foster learning … [Read more...]
5 Automatic Ways to Bring Laughter to the Classroom
While I was student teaching at a high school, I was paired with my humorous college classmate Tony. He always cracked jokes and could light up the room with his master storytelling. He would introduce himself as “Toe-Knee” while pointing to his toe and knee, which got an immediate laugh out of students. As we began student teaching together, I wondered how his antics would affect the students’ perception of him as a teacher. Would they take advantage of him? Would they refuse to take him seriously? Would they gravitate towards his teaching? All these questions lingered in my mind as we … [Read more...]
5 Helpful Tips for Teachers to Transform School Curriculum Over the Summer
Once school is out for summer, teachers are able to take a small break from their daily grind and enjoy the summer sun. However, unlike students, teachers really do not typically kick up their feet for the entire summer “vacation”. In fact, many teachers end up teaching summer school, attending conferences, redesigning their curriculum, going to school/district meetings or even picking up a summer job. Redesigning school curriculum is typically on every teacher’s summer agenda. With standards changing, new classes being taught, and a desire to fit student needs better, there is something … [Read more...]