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How tos for the learners and the learned; tips and tricks to help you study effectively, survive your school years, impress your teachers and more.
Making Plans for Virtual Learning
Preparing to virtual school for the first time can be a daunting task. Unlike homeschooling, in which the parents have the final say in choosing a curriculum, virtual school is a different experience. Students will complete curriculum and activities based on the school district’s planning, and students and parents have to adjust to those expectations. Virtual schooling does not have to be stressful, however. These tips can help to make it a more palatable and productive experience for everyone.
By Brandi Brown6 years ago in Education
How to Survive Online Class
Online classes have become the new normal due to covid-19. And it does not seem to be changing anytime soon. And yes, it is easy to slack off because you are not in a formal school setting but there are some ways that will make you motivated and concentrate during your online class.
By Maria Kalafatis6 years ago in Education
7 Reasons To Request School Books With Black Lead Characters
Change is a great feeling to feel in the air, but for some, the magnetism of it can feel daunting and disruptive. For those who are "woke" and on a mission, this feels like a golden hour and for many who have just been awakened to the notion that "it is time for change", this moment can feel like a fork in the road.
By Keysha Jordan6 years ago in Education
Dan Browns Top 9 Tips For Writing Great Dialogue
Dan Brown’s mastery of suspense is rooted in the craft of writing effective dialogue. Brown’s lines of dialogue relay exposition, character development, backstory, and subtext, all while controlling the pace of the narrative so that the reader can tear through a hundred pages without feeling like they’ve done any work.
By Silas Martinez Lopez6 years ago in Education
Educational Equality and COVID 19
We live in extremely turbulent times. We know, one way or another, the world as we have previously known it, has forever been changed. Our biggest obstacle is the desire to return to “normal”, back to the world we have become both accustomed to and comfortable with, but change is always inevitable.
By Glenda Davis6 years ago in Education
Curiosity - An Ethical Endeavor
We've heard how curiosity killed the cat, but before this feline blunder, we never got the chance to see how it used curiosity to learn, develop, and survive. Numerous mid and late 20th century psychologists made it a focal point. The dedication of this research has shown the many benefits, uses, and sources of this tool. Sir Ken Robinson, a great mind of education, has spoken on how curiosity is vital for students, and their ability to grow. He has said that we can even consider it an ethical endeavor that must be integrated into our educational system.
By Keane Neal-Riquier6 years ago in Education
How to Reinvigorate Your Life and Find Purpose Through Education
For many of us, when we first planned out our professional path, we were young and had very little experience. We may now be realizing that the career path that we once chose may not be offering us the same level of fulfillment that it once did. As we age, we may recognize that our professions are not mentally stimulating or satisfying. Through this realization, it may be time to reassess our lives. If you want to find a whole new purpose and energize your professional life, consider these tips on how to make changes to your career.
By Damien Justus6 years ago in Education
The kids aren't alright
I’m a teacher and a parent. I’m a parent and a teacher. I’m a parent and a teacher and an uncle and a cousin. I am surrounded by teenagers and children and parents of teenagers and children and the overall message coming out of Lock-down and online learning is:
By Damian Perry6 years ago in Education
