Scavenger Hunt: A Fun Way to Introduce Staff

admin — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 22:29:31 +0000

Scavenger Hunt:
A Fun Way to Introduce Staff

Staff scavenger hunts are a fun way to kick off the year and help new and returning faculty members get better acquainted. Armed with a list of descriptions, staff members "hunt" for the person who matches each item on the list. Included: A list of 25 items for which to hunt.

Ten Great End-of-Year Goals

cprovini — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:51:25 +0000

Ten Goals for Wrapping Up the School Year

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present the following blog post by PJ Caposey, author of Building a Culture of Support: Strategies for School Leaders.

Prevent Lawsuits Over Food Allergies

cprovini — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:34:43 +0000

Prevent Lawsuits Over Food Allergies

Following allegations that Lesley University’s policies and practices concerning students with food allergies violated Title III of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), in 2012 the U.S. Department of Justice reached a settlement agreement with the University.

How to Emotionally Prepare for an Interview

cprovini — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:55:35 +0000

Getting Emotionally Prepared for an Interview

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present this professional development blog post by PJ Caposey, author of Building a Culture of Support: Strategies for School Leaders.

COPPA: What Do the Amendments Mean?

cprovini — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:34:33 +0000

COPPA: What Do the Amendments Mean?

The COPPA Rule went into effect in 1998 when Congress passed the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. The Rule, enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), mandates that Web sites serving children under the age of 13 protect children’s privacy, particularly in terms of their personal information (name, address, email, etc.).

Next Generation Science Standards Released

jason — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:27:40 +0000

Next Generation Science Standards Officially Released

On the heels of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), which govern math and language arts, a new set of standards aimed at science is being released.

Ask Dr. Lynch: School Systems and Business Models

jason — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:46:37 +0000

Ask Dr. Lynch: School Systems and Business Models

Privacy Issues: The Harvard Email Scandal

cprovini — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:28:07 +0000

Harvard Email Scandal: Right to Privacy?

EducationWorld is pleased to present this article contributed by C.M. Rubin. The piece is part of Rubin's online interview series Global Search for Education, in which she joins thought leaders as they explore big-picture education questions.

What Sets Great Principals Apart

cprovini — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:40:16 +0000

What Great Principals Do Differently

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Educaton, EducationWorld is pleased to present this infographic from What Great Principals Do Differently (2nd Edition): Eighteen Things That Matter Most, by Todd Whitaker.

Internet Scavenger Hunt: Easter and the Bunny Answers

jason — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:42:52 +0000

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Easter and the Bunny

Answer Key

1. Christians celebrate Easter Sunday to honor the day that Jesus Christ was resurrected (rose from the dead).

2. Some say the Easter Bunny used to be a bird that belonged to the pagan goddess Eostre.

3. Children roll eggs down hills.

4. Other popular activities include egg hunts and special dinners.

5. The white lily has become a symbol of Easter.

Ask Dr. Lynch: The State of U.S. Education

jason — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:07:36 +0000

Ask Dr. Lynch:The State of the U.S. Educational System

Rutgers Case: Prevent Abusive Coaching

cprovini — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:42:34 +0000

Rutgers Case Prompts Tips to Prevent Abusive Coaching

Rutgers University men’s basketball coach Mike Rice was a hot coaching prospect in 2010 and was the first big hire made by new Rutgers Athletic Director Tim Pernetti.

To Improve Rigor, Manage Data

cprovini — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 21:03:22 +0000

To Improve Rigor, Manage Data Better

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present these tips from Rigor in Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders, by Ronald Williamson and Barbara R.

Engaging Teachers at Faculty Meetings: Top 3 Tips

cprovini — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 20:43:29 +0000

Engage Teachers at Faculty Meetings: Three Tips

Thanks to its partnership with publisher Eye on Education, EducationWorld is pleased to present this administrator advice from The 6 Keys to Teacher Engagement: Unlocking the Doors to Top Teacher Performance by Cathie E.

Teacher of the Day: Sabina Nalic

jason — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:29:36 +0000

Teacher of the Day

Name: Sabina Nalic

School: Jovan Mikic

Subject: English as a second language

State: Serbia

What or who inspired you to become a teacher?