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A "Teachable Moment" in Post-Katrina New Orleans
Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:44:00 +0800
The New York Times takes a fascinating in-depth look at how Hurricane Katrina brought tragedy, and ultimately opportunity for renewal, to the New Orleans education system.
You'll be inspired and encouraged...
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My Favorite Ice Breakers
Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:19:00 +0800
It's natural for everyone to be nervous during Back to School time. That's why I use My Favorite Ice Breakers to thaw the group's first day jitters right off...
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Back to School
Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:11:00 +0800
Whether you're a teacher or a parent, or both, Back to School can be both exciting and stress-inducing at the same time. The guides here at About.com have come...
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Community Circle and Class Meetings
Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:42:00 +0800
As a new school year begins, it's important to set up routines that facilitate a happy, productive classroom. In my experience, Community Circle and Class Meetings have been a...
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Educational Stagnation is America's Biggest Problem, David Brooks Says
Sun, 03 Aug 2008 01:33:00 +0800
In David Brooks's recent New York Times opinion column, he points to America's lack of educational progress as the leading factor threatening our long-term societal and economic growth.
Specifically, the nation's...
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R Ur Kidz More Literate 2day?
Tue, 29 Jul 2008 03:18:00 +0800
The New York Times takes an in-depth look at whether casual online reading and writing merits consideration as a serious communication style. Some experts believe that while the younger...
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Manifesting Your Educational Philosophy This Year
Fri, 25 Jul 2008 03:08:00 +0800
So, you've defined your educational philosophy. Next, it's time to determine how this philosophy will be implemented in your classroom and put into action.
For example, if you believe that...
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Top Ten Teaching Mistakes
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 03:02:00 +0800
Nobody's perfect. But if you've spent the summer reflecting upon what worked well and what didn't in your classroom last year, you surely will be making some corrections as...
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Children's Books for the First Day of School
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:58:00 +0800
It's natural for young students to get nervous about the first day of school. My colleague Elizabeth Kennedy recommends a list of Children's Books for the First Day of...
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Tips for Designing a Successful Pen Pal Program
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 01:56:00 +0800
Once you've visited our Forum and matched up with a partner Pen Pal class, it's time to think about how you will design and implement your program in order to...
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