When working in the classroom science lab, it’s essential to ensure your students’ eyes are protected. But how much protection is necessary, and under what circumstances should each type of protective eyewear be used? This post will help you determine which safety glasses or goggles are suitable for your classroom based on the environment in […]
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Media Centers – Not Just for Books
Over the past few decades, what were once libraries transformed into media centers. This change reflected an increasing reliance by students on media and technology and a decreasing reliance on books. The inventory of books was thinned out as research started coming from CD-ROMs, and eventually the Internet. Somewhere along the line, the media […]
4 Great New Year’s Resolution Activities for Your Students
It can be hard to come back to school in January. After all the excitement around the holidays has passed, it feels like there’s a long slog through the winter slush and lots of homework—for both students and teachers. Don’t let winter get you down! Start your semester off right with some fun, motivating New Year’s […]
Super Humans Don’t Exist: Letting Go of Perfect
“I don’t know how you do it all!” “Wow! This is amazing! You’re a better man than I am!” Those kinds of compliments feel amazing. And, there is nothing wrong with basking in praise of a job well done. However, for teachers who struggle with perfectionism, those kinds of comments can fuel the feelings […]
Computer Learning Spaces: Flipped Learning 101
It seems as if technology has touched every facet of education—even the concept of homework. That’s where flipped learning comes in. What is flipped learning? The concept of “flipping” a classroom starts with students acquiring background knowledge at home through interactive or video presentations, as opposed to sitting in class listening to a lecture. […]
Tech on a Budget: Ways to Outfit Your Classroom Without Breaking the Bank
So, it’s the beginning of another school year, and you’ve been told that your school’s technology budget has once again been cut. While this might mean that your school won’t be seeing any fancy, interactive whiteboards any time soon, it doesn’t have to mean that you or your students have to suffer. In fact, […]
Your Holiday Break Checklist So You Can Enjoy the Holidays
Students aren’t the only ones who look forward to the holiday break. Teachers and administrators also enjoy spending time with family and friends. Many educators spend part of the break preparing their classrooms for the return of students in January. A proactive approach will allow you to truly enjoy your holiday break while being […]
4 Tips to Stay Creative Over School Breaks
As an art teacher, it’s your job to develop and nurture a student’s creative side, assist with bringing more dimension and understanding to core subjects like math and science and help students express their individuality. That’s much easier done when you yourself are bright-eyed and bushy-tailed about the prospect of creation, right? Well, there’s […]
STEM, STEAM, CTE & Lab Spaces
In efforts to make our students more competitive in the global economy, educators and leaders have renewed focus on science, technology, engineering, and math—the areas in which America is seen as falling behind other countries. Those concerned with balance advocate for incorporating the arts into STEM. Then there is career and technical education programs, […]
10 Tips for an Attitude Adjustment
The holidays are nearly here and odds are teachers are really ready for a break! Months of being “on”—giving your very best to every art class and every student every day—may have taken a toll on your attitude and maybe even your self-esteem. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, undervalued, or just plain worn out heading […]
Not Tech Savvy? Ways to Incorporate Technology into Your Classroom without Being an Expert.
Believe it or not, there are some people who — for various reasons — do not race to a computer during a break or when arriving home from work. However, it is important for teachers to find a way to put your personal feelings about computing and technology aside to make sure your students […]
Top 5 Secret Santa Ideas
It is time for that Secret Santa thing — some people love it and some people hate it. But the Secret Santa game is a great way to put some fun in this time of the school year for teachers and staff. Why? Because it really is enjoyable to get gifts, and it feels […]
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