Matthew Lynch
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Year-Round Schooling: Why it’s Time to Change
When public schools first started popping up in the U.S., they were considered secondary to other hands-on pursuits. Learning to read, write and perform ... -
Teachers: 7 Ways to Start a New School Year
Establishing a well-managed classroom should be a top priority for all new teachers. Beginning a career in teaching is greatly aided if you are ... -
Educators: What You Should Know About Ethnic Minorities in the United States, Part II
In Part I, we discussed the importance of ethnicity in the United States and what African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans have experienced in ... -
Strategies for Seamlessly Integrating Technology into Your Classroom
Words like “technology,” “digital devices,” and “modern media” sound flashy and attractive. Of course teachers want to have those buzzwords in the classroom! But ... -
5 States That Have Had Issues with Common Core
Developed by state governors, Common Core Standards are about creating a baseline of knowledge and skills that translates across all states in the nation. ... -
Three Important Critiques of Standardized Assessments
While there’s no doubt that standardized assessment has become a driving force in education, it’s not yet universally agreed that this is a good ... -
The Five Attributes of Successful Schools
Students across the globe need effective schools. While the American school system as a whole may be falling behind international standards, there are still ... -
College Football Obsession: Sending the Wrong Academic Message?
This past weekend, it seemed that every social media newsfeed was full of people cheering on their alma maters or sending shout outs to ... -
Stop Racism in the Classroom with These 2 Must-Have Tools
Despite legislative changes that have made schools accessible to everyone, the mindsets of individuals who attend or work in schools have been slower to ... -
Educators: What You Need To Know About Cell Phones
Cell phones: good or bad? There’s no denying they’ve made modern life much more convenient. Communication happens at the drop of a hat – ...
