Category Archives: Education

Teaching Students to Tell Time

Elementary teachers and students have to work by a schedule. How else will there be time for snack, play time, story time, math, and science activities during your day? It’s very helpful for students to learn about time, so here are a few suggestions to help you as you develop your lesson plans. read more

Kindergarten Games That Will Keep Them Learning

Everybody remembers kindergarten as one of the times in our lives when we just had fun. We spent hours it seemed just playing games and enjoying one another. The truth is, all of those kindergarten games we played were really aimed at teaching us some random skill. The best kindergarten games are the ones that kids enjoy, but that still teach them how to do something. Here are a list of super kindergarten games that will keep them happy, but keep them learning at the same time. read more

How to Deal with Disruptive Students

Dealing with a disruptive student can be a difficult task throughout an entire school year. Sometimes as a teacher you can try to ignore the problem or punish the student. As a disruptive student myself, I constantly found myself shoved in a corner away from all other students. This solution was neither good for my self esteem or my learning. You see as soon as I was shoved in a corner my mind would completely shut off and I would be angry at the teacher. Even though she/he was doing the best they could with my behavior. In this article I will cover this specific problem and how you as a teacher and parent can better address it. read more

5 Areas for Online Degrees That Promise Good Job Placement

As unemployment rates across the country continue to hover near double digits, the prospect of finding fulfilling work in an increasingly competitive job market seems more daunting than ever. On the upside, the job crunch has created a greater acceptance of Online Learning Programs as a credible means for individuals to increase their chances of being hired. Still, the time and monetary demands of online learning programs can be substantial, so it’s best to focus on areas associated with the highest potential for job growth. With that in mind, here are 5 areas for pursuing online degrees that are showing long-term promise for solid job placement. read more

Top College Degrees For Adults Returning to School

If you are an adult who is returning to school, it is important to make sure that you choose the correct degree. You will want to find a career that is in high demand and that also will earn you a decent salary. Choosing a degree that requires minimal schooling is also a very good idea. Here are some of the top college degrees for adults returning to school. read more