As an adoptive mom of biracial children, I’m not too fond of hoodies. I seriously feel like they make kids look like thugs and gang members. And in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, plus living in the South, I find myself getting fearful as my 8-year-old starts to look more and more […] More
Practical problems call for practical solutions. When students attend school, they have a variety of materials they’ll need in order to learn efficiently. Generally, they’ll carry all of these supplies in a book bag or backpack – and picking out a new backpack can sometimes be a highlight for the new school year. Some schools […] More
Educational psychology deals with how people learn. However, it’s not limited to only education. It can address emotional, social, and cognitive learning; whether it’s a child, teen, or adult. That said, what is the importance of educational psychology? In a world full of accessible information, learning has become a critical and necessary skill in order […] More
America’s educational system has been in the hot seat for years. Many teachers and administrators have felt unheard as they share their feelings on state regulations, mandates and milestones in order to accommodate standardized testing. This leaves some families and educators looking to switch lanes and find another way to educate their students. In recent […] More
In one of my favorite films ever, Auntie Mame, the title character’s nephew, Patrick, has fallen under Auntie Mame’s care upon the untimely death of his father. In one explosive scene, Patrick’s straightlaced “trustee” and educational overseer bursts into Auntie Mame’s home, outraged, and explains that he has pulled Patrick out of school because when […] More
The question, “Is education a right or a privilege?” is a very debatable topic depending on the way that one looks and perceives the world. Education is one of the most important industries all over the world because of the benefits and outcomes that education provides. However, there are different opinions on whether it should […] More
Accepting a teaching position in Dubai can be one of the most significant career moves that you make. Dubai, one of the biggest populations in the United Arab Emirates, is one of the most unique and eye-catching locations in the whole world. It is generally regarded as a place of high-luxury living. That being said, […] More
There are a lot of successful people in this world. Some came up with great ideas and were born geniuses. Others needed the education to get them to where they are today. Lastly, some are thousands of dollars into student loan debt while others are born into a life of wealth and luxury. All of […] More
Congratulations! You’ve finished school, have that degree of education in your hands, and are ready to get into a classroom and start teaching. You begin scrolling the job boards and quickly realize you have options – a lot of options. With public schools, private schools, and charter schools to choose from, you might wonder how […] More
After more than two decades teaching in a middle school classroom, the door to retirement is beginning to open. I would love to retire as soon as I am eligible, so what kind of pension do teachers get? Since my career has been spent shaping minds and teaching middle schoolers how to read and write […] More
Teaching is a very in-demand profession and teachers have a lot of choices when it comes to the type of school they work in. Each type of school environment has its pros and cons but what are the pros and cons of teaching at a charter school? There are significant pros of working in a […] More
When I was in high school in the 80s, there weren’t nearly as many clubs as today. I remember being involved in the art club and the ski club, but at my school, that was about the extent of my interests. However, nowadays, there are so many different things kids can experience in an afterschool […] More