Author: Matthew Lynch
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What Do Grades Tell Us About Student Ability?
Back in grade school, I remember my teachers equating letter grades with intelligence and future success. This was always perplexing to me because I knew that ... -
What is College-Readiness?
“College-readiness” refers to the ability of a high school student to succeed in the pursuit of post-secondary education. To be college-ready, students need to be exposed ... -
The 3 Keys to Successful Reading Intervention
According to a study performed by the NAEP, 32% of 4th graders were performing below “Basic” levels of reading, along with 24% of 8th graders and ... -
How Is Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosed?
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a range of disorders characterized by significant communication and sensory issues, as well as social difficulties. The diagnostic process typically includes a ... -
Should You Teach at a Public or Private School?
Public and private schools have great differences in budgets, regulations, curricula, and student bodies. Because of this, teachers need to consider all of these differences when ... -
How to Connect Early Geometry to the Real World?
Applying early geometry and spatial reasoning skills in the real world is critical in the development of general mathematics skills. Many early education and lower elementary ... -
The Benefits of Being a New Teacher
The first year in front of a classroom can be intimidating, exciting, and challenging all at once. Nevertheless, new teachers bring unique perspectives to their schools ... -
These Trends Explain Why Teachers Go on Strike
In 2018, almost 400,000 teachers went on strike. From California to West Virginia, teachers are taking to the streets and to their state capitols to voice ... -
Effective Education Leaders Make the Right Decisions
Great education leaders can prudently and quickly analyze situations and act accordingly. Being decisive does not mean making a decision quickly; it means making the right ... -
Effective Education Leaders Lead Effective Meetings
Sadly, most meetings are never as fruitful as they could be. After all, if you are a leader, you usually get to work with people that ...