Classroom Organization Tips

cprovini — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:19:25 +0000

Drinking Up Inspiring Words

admin — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 22:28:35 +0000

Drinking Up Inspiring Words

Who hasn't smiled at the memory of a favorite teacher, student, or teaching moment? Teachers and their admirers share inspirational stories in the book, A Cup of Comfort for Teachers.

Five Strategies to Enhance Math Instruction

cprovini — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:27:54 +0000

Strategies to Enhance Math Instruction

Thanks its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present this tip from Mathematics Coaching Handbook: Working with Teachers to Improve Instruction, by Pia Hansen. The book serves as a reference to help prepare and support effective math coaches.

Wary of Classroom Games? Have No Fear

cprovini — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:56:39 +0000

Wary of Classroom Games? An Expert Addresses Concerns

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present this blog post by Rebekah Stathakis, author of A Good Start:147 Warm-Up Activities for Spanish Class.

Teacher Appreciation: Your Best Compliment

cprovini — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:22:55 +0000

Teacher Appreciation: What’s the Best Compliment You’ve Received?

Teacher Appreciation Week is a time for recognizing the talent and tireless efforts of educators everywhere. Teaching is often a stressful and thankless job, so kind words from students and parents can go a long way.

Set Boundaries, Not Rules

cprovini — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:07:09 +0000

Boundaries Are More Effective Than Rules

EducationWorld is pleased to present this professional development resource shared by Dr. Jane Bluestein, an expert in relationship-building, positive school climate and effective instruction.

Rules certainly are familiar in a classroom setting. But there are simply too many places where the methods and dynamics of rule-making and enforcing just don’t fit in with my idea of win-win.

EducationWorld Community Enhances Search Tool for Educational Content

cprovini — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:21:24 +0000

Education World Community Enhances Search Tool for Educational Content

April 26, 2013

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Education World has updated its teacher collaboration platform, the Education World Community, to make searching for educator-shared content easier and more precise.

Set Speaking, Listening and Thinking Goals

cprovini — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:33:31 +0000

How to Define Speaking, Listening and Thinking Goals

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present these instructional strategies from Teaching Critical Thinking: Using Seminars for 21st Century Thinking by Terry Roberts and read more

5 Low-Tech Skills Kids Always Need

cprovini — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:44:14 +0000

Five Low-Tech Skills Students Need for the Workforce

EducationWorld is pleased to present this article contributed by Mary Fineday, a freelance writer for online publications including OnlineColleges.com. She has worked in teaching, consulting and reporting, and her interests include organizational strategies, leadership and management, and business education.
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Total Reader Aligns Student Progress to Common Core Lexile Bands

cprovini — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:31:22 +0000

Total Reader™ Aligns Student Progress to Common Core Lexile Bands

March 12, 2013

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Need Student Assessment Items?

cprovini — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:14:48 +0000

Get Help With Student Assessments

With assessments taking center stage these days, wouldn't it be nice to get your hands on some fresh test and quiz items?

EducationWorld is exploring the possibility of making Common Core and state standards-aligned tests, assessment items and questions available for sale to educators. Please help us improve our potential product offerings by sharing your thoughts on a short (3-minute) survey.

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Boston Tragedy: Discussion Resources

cprovini — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:10:12 +0000

Following Boston Marathon Tragedy, Student Discussion Resources Available

On Monday, April 15, two powerful bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, killing three people, including an 8-year-old child, and injuring more than 100. The FBI then launched what it described as “a criminal investigation that is a potential terrorist investigation.”
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Stay Cool as a Cucumber in Class

cprovini — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 13:59:23 +0000

Classroom Management Essential: Maintain Your Composure at All Times

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present this tip from Annette Breaux's book 101 Poems for Teachers.
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Boost Student Social-Emotional Development

cprovini — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:41:55 +0000

Three Ways to Promote Social-Emotional Development in the Classroom

EducationWorld is pleased to present this article contributed by Aimee Hosler, a writer for onlineschools.com and mother of two. Passionate about education and workplace news and trends, Hosler holds a B.S.
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Complex Texts Increase Rigor

cprovini — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 13:54:56 +0000

Select Complex Texts to Increase Rigor

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present this tip from Rigor is NOT A Four-Letter Word, 2nd Edition, by Barbara Blackburn.
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