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Lessons in Perseverance and Dedication
"Keep doing what you do even if you're only interacting with a few students," said Vincent Villella, speaking from his experience as the director of North West Area Health Education Center (AHEC) in Nome, Alaska, during his appearance in the School Success...
Investing in Education: The Importance of Teacher Training Programs
The phrase "a good teacher can change a student's life" is often used to illustrate the profound impact that educators can have on the lives of young people. But what makes a teacher genuinely effective? It's not just a matter of subject matter expertise or...
Breaking the Mold: The Importance of a Dynamic and Collaborative Learning Environment
Education plays a crucial role in building a better future. It equips children with the essential skills needed to confront the challenges of our world today. But as the world evolves, education must evolve with it. In this blog post, we delve into the...
Is There a Teacher Shortage in the US?
“Teaching is not a lost art, but the regard for it is a lost tradition.” — Jacques Barzun The teacher shortage in the United States has been a serious issue debated for many years. Even though education is one of the most important sectors for a country's...
Navigating Uncertainty: Challenges and Opportunities for Charter Schools During the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted global education systems, including charter schools in the United States. This article will look at charter schools' challenges and opportunities during the pandemic and how they adapted and responded to changing...
The Role of Assistive Technology in Education
The term "assistive technology" refers to any software or hardware used to help a student with a disability overcome a learning barrier and improve their abilities. Using individualized lesson plans, assistive technology ensures that all students have access to a...
The Five Principles of the Montessori Method
Google founder Larry Page was quoted to have attributed his success to his training when he went to Montessori. He said, "... I think [our success] was part of that training, not following rules and orders and being self-motivated, questioning what's going on...
Homeschooling as the New Trend
The most common method used by American parents to educate their children at home is through homeschooling. Parents educate their children at home as opposed to enrolling them in public or private schools. However, homeschooling does not imply that all of the learning...
Problems with Providing High-Quality Education
The primary purpose of education is to establish systems that provide each student with exactly what they require. Stephanie McConnell, co-author of Win Time (Fearlessly Transforming Your School), agrees. For a long time, school administrators and teachers have...
What’s Best For My Child, Charter School or Public School?
It’s no secret that education is a hot topic in the United States. As parents, we want what’s best for our children and are constantly searching for the right school to fit their needs. However, choosing the right school for your child can be challenging. There...