As a teacher, there are constantly new questions popping up that have answers that fall very much in the gray area. Things can get very tricky. Let us help guide you through some of those not so simple questions and answer them with our teaching career articles.
Maybe you’ve been wondering about summertime pay or have questions about overtime; this is the place to come. Read through as we discuss some hot topics in the world of teaching, with new articles being posted regularly, keeping things fresh with the times. Not only will you find answers to your questions, but you are sure to find answers to questions you didn’t even know you had!
On April 20, 1999, two students went to their high school in Littleton, Colorado, and murdered 12 of their peers and one teacher. They wounded 21 others. Though the shootings at Columbine High School are not the first mass school shooting to occur, they seem to have set the stage for an emerging way kids […] More
Teaching is one of the most important professions that a person can undertake. Teaching a skill or subject to a group of students is noble and improves our society and the future little by little. Many teachers sacrifice parts of their lives to adhere to standards, administration rules, and evolving technology. But for most teachers, […] More
Special education services, as well as associated programs and services, are offered to students who require special accommodations, according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Based on the extent of needs of an individual student, there are multiple solutions to guarantee that they enjoy a quality education that helps develop and nurture their […] More
In the last 70 years, South Korea has seen an incredible economic turnaround. Visit South Korea in 1950 and you would find an uneducated, impoverished population mostly engaged in farming. Today South Korea has the world’s 12th largest economy and one of the most highly educated populations. Analysts point to South Korea’s focus on […] More
According to the Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, homeschooling is on the rise in America. The pandemic, coupled with teacher shortages and other public school challenges, have resulted in many families seeking alternative school options. Homeschooling is becoming a popular choice. Fortunately, homeschooling is not new and many students have successfully gone to college after […] More
An online class is not just about a student-teacher interaction or a question and answer interaction. It combines video recordings and put-up lectures with course reading and tests. They are customarily supervised using a virtual portal that helps students collect reading materials, inspect grades, keep track of their progress and interact with teachers and classmates. […] More
I lived in Japan for about ten years. I worked in a wide variety of teaching jobs, including international kindergartens, public elementary and junior high schools, ran my own educational business on the side, and private English classes. While living there, I had the unique experience of working with many wonderful Japanese and foreign educators. […] More
Making the distinction between simply being a teacher and becoming a good teacher is critical to success. Successful teachers exert significant influence over pupils and urge them to continue their education throughout their life. A positive influence on the life of a child of any age may be made by a skilled teacher. Taking a […] More
When the discussion of school uniforms is approached in education and in homes, some may feel the enforcement of uniforms achieves academic success. Others that discuss school uniforms may see the lack of progression it has regarding youth development. What are the pros and cons of school uniforms? According to the most recent findings from […] More
One of many controversial socio-political topics, even factoring into the last election, is the issue of free college. Various notable figures from celebrities to politicians have expressed opinions about the debate. When dealing with a discussion as polarizing and politicized as this has become, however, it is important for us to step back and consider […] More
Since the pandemic, many of us tumble out of bed and stumble onto Zoom. We work, shop, and even learn online. Many schools and employers have transitioned some or all of their learning options to an online platform. This trend is unlikely to change and many predict this trend will become the predominant mode for […] More
Education is a key factor to one’s growth and upbringing. We spend a great deal of time learning and improving on our skills, whether you are a student or an adult. During that time, we come in contact with a number of educators who dedicate their lives to building up their students’ confidence and abilities, […] More