Tag: k12
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Listening Is the Start of Everything
A student shares how moving away from the competitive speech of debate and towards Generation Global’s philosophy of dialogue has helped him in the classroom and ... -
Why bullying needs more efforts to stop it
Jonathan Todres, Georgia State University The tragic consequences of bullying have become a regular part of the news cycle. In April, an eighth grade girl in ... -
Explainer: What is wrong with America’s civic education
Peter Levine, Tufts University Any election demands knowledge, attention and wisdom from the whole electorate. When a campaign season does not seem to be going well, ... -
Philosophies of Education: 3 Types of Student-Centered Philosophies
Student-centered philosophies are another essential philosophy that educators should be aware of. By focusing on the needs of students, teachers are able to assist and teach ... -
Why Mr. Johnson’s Classroom Is More Fun Than Yours
An elementary educator’s own academic struggles inspired him to use a project-based approach that simulates real life—and boosts test scores. By Anthony Johnson Some kids dream ... -
Reading to your child: the difference it makes
Peggy Albers, Georgia State University If you are a parent or a teacher, you most probably read stories to young children. Together, you laugh and point ... -
Should parents ask their children to apologize?
Craig Smith, University of Michigan Have you ever felt deserving of an apology and been upset when you didn’t get one? Have you ever found it ... -
14 Signs of Cyberbullying in the Classroom
By Gabe Duverge One of the biggest trends affecting education across the country is the migration of bullying to digital media, which is commonly referred to ... -
How We Finally Left No Child Left Behind
Eight years past its expiration date, No Child Left Behind is finally gone. How and why did this happen? Read on to find out about the ... -
3 Reasons Not to Adopt Year-Round Schooling
I have long been a proponent of year-round schooling. In the past, I have often discussed why I feel that teachers should get behind the push ...