A classroom for some, perhaps It sounds like the first line of a joke: “A group of cognitive scientists go to a wine tasting…” but it actually happened. The punch line “and then they end up having a discussion about the role of knowledge in perception and learning” isn’t […]
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Will We Even Try to Keep Students and Teachers Safe from Gun Violence? Or Just Keep Preparing for the Worst?
“Teachers, we are operating on a lockdown. Make sure you maintain your doorways locked until eventually we inform you it has been lifted.” Prior to me a sea of wide eyes and terrified faces. I bit by bit walked towards the door continuing the lesson I had been giving ahead […]
WIOA Funding for Teachers – American Board Blog
The teacher shortage has taken keep throughout the country and state leaders in all places identify the want for much more terrific educators. Several states have created moves to support men and women transitioning into the teaching subject. One particular illustration is the use of WIOA funding for teachers. What […]
How some teachers are gaming the education system
One might consider golf a silly sport. In simple terms, golfers get up early to hit tiny balls with big-headed sticks, then chase them long distances only to hit them again. They don’t develop speed, strength or agility. Mostly, they just walk and talk. When you put it that way, golf […]
UL groups hold drive to help new teachers
Two UL groups are hosting a classroom supply drive to help new teachers get ready for school. The drive is hosted by the UL Lafayette Educators Rising Collegiate Chapter and the College of Education Alumni Chapter. “Teachers are the heartbeat of education, and classrooms can be rich and bustling learning […]
Parents and teachers gauge risks for children attending Tokyo Games
TOKYO, July 6 (Reuters) – Olympic organisers have capped the number of spectators allowed into venues, but will offer Japanese students special access under a programme that would let hundreds of thousands of children see the world’s best athletes compete. Tickets are cheap and COVID-19 countermeasures are in place. Many […]
Teachers: Thank you for inspiring students in their learning
At a glance: We send a heartfelt “THANK YOU!” to all the teachers around the world for the incredible work you continue to do, finding new ways to engage and inspire students despite continuing challenges and uncertainty. During remote and hybrid learning, teachers have innovated by integrating technology and learning […]
Gov. Wolf and COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force Announce Plan to Vaccinate Teachers, Other School Staff
Wolf administration, national guard and local IUs partnering to administer the J&J vaccineClassroom learning and nutritious meals are important, especially for our youngest students As part of the priority to safely and quickly get more students back in the classroom, Governor Tom Wolf and the COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force today […]
Schools rarely teach climate change outside of science class. Teachers are changing that.
Schools rarely teach climate change outside of science class. Teachers are changing that. There’s a pretty good chance you remember all of those early, iconic lessons learned in school, from the fetching utility of Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally to the way your mind was quietly blown with the […]
Belleville Teachers Union Leery As Schools Prepare To Reopen
BELLEVILLE, NJ — “Teachers want to teach. We just want to do it safely.” This was the sentiment among union members in Belleville on Thursday night, as the public school district prepares to move ahead with its plan to reopen amid the coronavirus crisis. According to the restart plan, there […]