In recent years, educational experts have debated the concept of differentiation—that is varying/altering curriculum, content, and teaching methods to meet the individualized needs of students.

Let me join this conversation by saying that first, I believe differentiation can work to various degrees but requires much training and knowledge. Like education, it is inherently flawed and poses many challenges. I agree with Dr. Jim Delisle when he points out the incredible challenge of...

When you think of an Early Childhood Classroom, what do you see? Do you see bright colors? Welcoming faces, smiles, and bulletin boards that are decorated with fun themes? There are so many things that young children need to learn and develop in a successful way. Early Childhood teachers can do this and help children become productive citizens. 

Here are few things to think about or revisit as you begin...

Teaching is a very stressful profession. I have personally experienced the demands of being a teacher and observed colleagues also deal with the stressors of the job, ranging from high-stakes testing, demanding parents, increased paperwork, disrespectful students, increased diversity and differentiated learning needs, and lack of creativity and autonomy.

As a teacher educator, who works with student teachers, I believe that serving in a practicum setting where student teachers gain...