As great as the internet is, it is also filled with danger and content that is not suitable for children and teenagers. That is why it is essential that you treat your students like adults and to give them a few tips on how to stay safe online. Social Media Most social media accounts should, […]
Having a safe space and a nurturing environment is important, but classrooms are still filled with competition. Whether it is to present the best essay, the best group project, the finest athletic abilities, or the best grades. Competition exists in many aspects of school life, just like in, say, sports, where people even use things […]
Easily the biggest challenge in an average classroom is keeping the attention of your students and improving their concentration and focus. I say ‘average’, because I’ve had a few colleagues with exceptionally unfortunate schools, students, and situations, but I digress. Lessons seem to drag on, with very little information seeming remotely interesting. How can we […]
One of the more controversial topics of my teaching days was whether or not homework is truly necessary. Homework has been part of the teaching method for a very long time, but is that an argument for it or against it? Here are 4 reasons why students need to do their homework and 4 reasons […]
Being a teacher is a tough and semi-grateful job that requires dedication and sacrifice. I would truly not recommend teaching if your heart is not in it, as it needs a lot of love and patience. If you do, however, decide to teach and are having a few problems with your class, here are five […]