Cultural celebrations are powerful bridges in today's diverse classrooms, drawing students closer through shared experiences and understanding. By… Read more
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- Cultural Celebrations in the Classroom: Embracing Diversity and Tradition
- Integrating Play-Based Learning: Not Just for Kindergarten Anymore
We typically associate “play” with early childhood education. Images of finger painting, building blocks, and dress-up come to mind. However, when… Read more
- Cultivating a Positive Classroom Culture
Creating a positive classroom culture is a crucial aspect of effective teaching. It sets the foundation for a classroom environment where students thrive… Read more
- Maintaining Work-Life Balance as a Teacher
Grading, lesson planning, faculty meetings, and researching new ideas are just a few parts of the job that can be overwhelming and time-consuming. Let’s not… Read more
- 25 Tips and Examples for Student-Centered Learning
The term “student-centered learning” has become ubiquitous in education circles. It conjures images of engaged students guiding their learning while a… Read more
- What Are the Benefits of Using Music in the Classroom?
Do you play music in the classroom? Even if you’re not a music teacher, there are many benefits to using music in your lessons.
Music can be a… Read more
- Facilitating Student Wellness Through Mindfulness
As an English teacher, I've certainly become accustomed to “the grind.” When I taught ninth-graders, I’d teach two units simultaneously: William Shakespeare’… Read more