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Teaching the "Right Kind" of Competition

We can teach children the "right kind" of competition. But modern educators seldom do so.

Tips for Parent-Teacher Conferences

The year-end drama of conducting Parent-Teacher Conferences heightens about this time of year. This is when campus leaders begin collecting the names of students that you may not promote to the next grade level.

Family Education Network Resources

Pearson Education offers plenty of resources on its Family Education Network site.

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Education Week: Sign Up - Keep Posted - Especially through the Summer!

Education Week offers a free newsletter service that can keep you informed about news that impacts the teaching profession. Take advantage of this offer.

Time-Savers for Managing Teaching Strategies that the Internet in your Teaching

Here is a list of methods that can streamline the use of the Internet in your teaching.

April First Foolhardy? Try NuSpell on your Students

Students have a sense of humor that is commensurate with their age. And, some of your colleagues failed to grow up. So, expect April Fools jokes to be rampant on the "Day that Pranks Begot!"

Professional Surveys: Outside the Scope of a Teacher's Work?

Data Driven Instruction is a…

• Cliche


• Catch Phrase


• Snippet of Meaningless Jargon


• Meaningless Term


• Unattainable Ideal


• Useless Concept for Teachers


• Outside the Scope of a Teacher's Authority

There may be a bit of truth (reality) in all of these choices.

Pacer Kids against Bullying

Bullying is a problem anytime that it rears its nasty bulk and stinking frame.

Designing our Experience: We have a Lot More Control than we "Think"

Does what you believe have a direct effect upon your life? And do your beliefs support your goals and intentions for your life?

Teacher Time-Savers

The Classroom Toolkit Website presents a full complement of structured materials that save time and enhance classroom planning.