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Writing

The Revising Stage: Everything You Need to Know

By Matthew Lynch
June 7, 2023

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Fun Facts

Jokes for kids November

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023

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Fun Facts

St. Patrick’s Day Kids Jokes

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023

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Fun Facts

Candy jokes for kids

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023

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Fun Facts

The best jokes for kids

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June 6, 2023

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Teachers

How to Develop Fluent Readers

June 6, 2023

Fluency in reading has to do with a reader’s ability to recognize words quickly and accurately. To become fluent, have students read and re-read articles and allow them to read ...

5 Positive Reinforcement Activities to Use in the Classroom

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
Fearful Avoidant Attachment: How It Develops & How To Cope

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
How Conferencing for Assessment Benefits Students During Hybrid Learning

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
Educational Expression: Creating Connections Through Stories

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023

Educational Leadership

Education Leadership

By Matthew Lynch

June 6, 2023

Participative Leadership Theory and Decision-making Style

Participative leadership theory emphasizes that leaders should foster a participative decision-making style to create a more effective and cohesive team. This style requires leaders to allow ...

A Guide to the Autocratic Leadership Style

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
My Thoughts on Transformational Leadership

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
3 Simple Ways to Use Pre-Unit Assessments to Promote Critical Thinking

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
The National Honor Society

By Matthew Lynch
June 5, 2023

Higher Education

Adult Education Higher Education

By Matthew Lynch

June 6, 2023

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a psychological theory that originally proposed that humans have a hierarchy of needs, with the most important needs at the top ...

Creating Meaningful Grading Policies

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
Police Seek Recruits at HBCUs

By Matthew Lynch
June 2, 2023
Building Pathways to the College Presidency for Women

By Matthew Lynch
June 2, 2023
5 Steps To Maximize Your Summer Internship For College Applications

By Matthew Lynch
June 2, 2023

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Writing

By Matthew Lynch
June 7, 2023
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The Revising Stage: Everything You Need to Know

Revising is the stage where students make necessary edits based on the reviews and corrections their teachers or peers have provided. Some of these edits may also be based on their own new opinions. Revising gives students an opportunity to reconsider their topic, their readers, and even their purpose for writing. Taking the time to ...

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Fun Facts

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
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Jokes for kids November

November is here, and it’s time for kids to enjoy some laughter and fun. We all know that kids love jokes, and making them laugh is one of the best parts of parenting or being a teacher. Jokes not only bring joy and happiness but also help develop children’s sense of humor, cognitive ability, and ...

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Fun Facts

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
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St. Patrick’s Day Kids Jokes

St. Patrick’s Day is a festive occasion celebrated with enthusiasm all over the world. It is a day of joyous celebration, parades, music, green clovers, and Irish beer. Apart from all the merry-making activities, kids can indulge in entertainment with hilarious jokes that are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day festivities. These jokes can bring a ...

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Fun Facts

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
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Candy jokes for kids

Laughter is the best medicine, and what better way to make children laugh than with candy jokes? Here are some sweet and funny candy jokes that kids will love. Q: Why did the M&M go to school? A: Because it wanted to become a Smartie! Q: What do you call a bear that doesn’t have ...

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Fun Facts

By Matthew Lynch
June 6, 2023
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The best jokes for kids

Laughter is the best medicine, and kids are no exception. Sharing a good joke with your child can be a great way to bond, spark creativity, and even promote language skills. However, not all jokes are created equal when it comes to younger audiences. To help you out, we’ve gathered the best jokes for kids ...

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Fun Facts

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June 6, 2023
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Why did the chicken cross the road jokes for kids

Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road Jokes for Kids? If you’re like most people, you’ve heard the classic “Why did the chicken cross the road?” joke at least a hundred times. You may even remember the punchline: “to get to the other side.” But have you ever wondered why this joke is so popular ...

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Special Education

A Guide to Special Education Process

Special education is a process that begins with identifying a student’s individual needs and progresses through the identification, evaluation, and placement of services that meet those needs. Special education services ...
Special Education

How to Find a Special Education Advocate

Finding an advocate for your child with special needs can be daunting. However, with the right resources, it is possible to locate the right person to help your child. Here ...
Special Education

What to Expect at a Special Education Mediation

If you are looking to resolve a dispute between parents and school officials about a student’s educational needs, mediation may be the best option for you. There are a few ...
Special Education

What Are Related Services in Special Education

Related services are important to help students with special needs access the necessary supports to be successful in school. Related services may include special education, communication, social, health and physical, ...
Special Education

IEP and special education terms

If you are reading this, it is likely that you are interested in special education. You may be wondering what it is, what it covers, and what services are available. ...

Mindfulness Neuroscience Psychology and Education

What Is Mental Well-being? A Psychologist Explains

Mental well-being is an umbrella term that refers to a person’s overall mental state, including their emotional state, thinking process, and physical health. There is no single definition of mental ...
Neuroscience

Neuroscience: Overview, History, Major Branches

Neuroscience is the study of the workings of the brain and spinal cord. It encompasses various topics, from the molecular and cellular level to the behavior and function of entire ...
Neuroscience

Serotonin vs. Dopamine: What Are the Differences?

Serotonin and dopamine are two important neurotransmitters that play a role in various activities in the brain. The main difference between serotonin and dopamine is that serotonin is mainly responsible ...
Neuroscience

Left Brain vs. Right Brain

Regarding the brain, people think of left and right as two separate entities. But in fact, they are two halves of the same whole. The left brain is the logical, ...
Neuroscience

An Easy Guide to Neuron Anatomy

Neurons are the cells that communicate with each other in the brain and spinal cord. They are responsible for all brain functions, from thinking to moving. To understand how neurons ...

Policy & Reform Teachers

How Conferencing for Assessment Benefits Students During Hybrid Learning

When it comes to assessment, it is essential to find a way to capture student work in an accurate and timely way. Conferencing for assessment offers educators the perfect solution- ...
Policy & Reform

Ron DeSantis Is Running for President. What Will That Mean for Education

Ron DeSantis, the Republican governor of Florida, has recently been making headlines as a potential presidential candidate for the 2024 election. As education is a critical issue for many Americans, ...
Policy & Reform

What are the Working Conditions for a Veterinarian?

Becoming a veterinarian is a rewarding and challenging career choice. Veterinarians are responsible for the health and well-being of animals, and their work takes place in various settings, from clinics ...
Equity Policy & Reform

The Civil Rights Act of 1964: Everything You Need to Know

In the month of June, 1963, President John F. Kennedy asked Congress for an all-inclusive civil rights bill. His move was induced by enormous resistance to desegregation and Medgar Evers’ ...
Policy & Reform

Title I: Everything You Need to Know

This is the federal legislation that provides funds towards the improvement of the education of children from low-income backgrounds. Title I was created to help close academic gaps and ensure ...

STEM

17 Engaging Taxonomy Activities

In the education world, teaching taxonomy can be a challenging task. After all, categorizing living things according to their characteristics is not something that can be easily done by students. ...
STEM

20 Marvellous Microscope Activity Ideas

Looking for exciting activities to enhance your student’s learning experience in science class? Look no further than these 20 marvelous microscope activity ideas! 1. Explore pond water – collect samples ...
Math Education STEM

How to Calculate Percent Error

Percent error or percentage error is a percentage of the variation between an estimate or measured value and an accurate or known value. It is employed in science to report ...
STEM

Difference Between Independent and Dependent Variables

The two significant variables in an experiment are known as the independent and dependent variables. An independent variable is a variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment to observe and test the effects ...
STEM

Memorizing the First 20 Elements on the Periodic Table

If you must take a chemistry course, there is an exceptional chance you will be required to learn the names and order of the elements of the periodic table. Even if you don’t ...

Equity

Universities Must Help Create an Antiracist World

Universities have long been seen as important centers of learning, research, and knowledge production. They are places where young people can develop critical thinking skills and explore new ideas and ...
Equity Policy & Reform

The Civil Rights Act of 1964: Everything You Need to Know

In the month of June, 1963, President John F. Kennedy asked Congress for an all-inclusive civil rights bill. His move was induced by enormous resistance to desegregation and Medgar Evers’ ...
Equity

The College Degree Attainment Gap Between Whites and Minorities is Getting Worse

The United States has long prided itself on being a land of equal opportunities where anyone, regardless of their race, color, religion, or ethnicity, can achieve the American Dream. Education ...
Equity

The College Attendance Gap Between Whites and Minorities is Getting Worse

In the United States, the higher education system has long been held as the key to upward socio-economic mobility. However, a significant disparity between college attendance rates of whites and ...
Equity

How Education Leaders Can Respond to Anti-Black Rhetoric

Education is a key weapon against racial discrimination and social inequality, but it is not always enough to combat anti-Black rhetoric. In recent years, anti-Black rhetoric has increased, and it ...

Assessment Career Readiness Psychology and Education

Catastrophizing and Decatastrophizing: A Comprehensive Guide

Catastrophizing is defined as a mental process of overemphasizing the potential negative consequences of a situation and developing a pessimistic outlook. This can lead to feelings of fear and dread, ...
Assessment Psychology and Education

Measuring Self-Efficacy with Scales and Questionnaires

Self-efficacy is the belief that one can complete a task or achieve a desired result. It can be measured in various ways, including scales and questionnaires. One common measure of ...
Assessment

What is an “Authentic” Assessment?

Authentic assessment is a form of assessment that emphasizes real-world tasks and situations to evaluate a student’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is designed to reflect the types of skills ...
Assessment

Authentic Assessment in Action

Authentic assessment is a method of evaluating student learning that goes beyond traditional, standardized testing. Instead, it assesses students’ ability to apply what they have learned in real-world, meaningful situations. ...
Assessment

Courageous Conversation: Formative Assessment and Grading

Assessment and grading are critical in evaluating student performance and providing feedback for growth and improvement. However, discussing students’ grades and assessment results can be challenging and sensitive, often requiring ...

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