What if I told you that reading isn't cutting it anymore? For too long, schools have emphasized an information hierarchy, with reading at the top, and other critical skills at the bottom (if …
Curriculum and Instruction
5 Crucial Minutes: Establishing a Fun and Focused Routine to Start Class
Picture this. 8:30. The bell rings and your students are slowly walking to their seats. They roam around theroom, chat with their neighbor, and school through their phones. "Class is starting. Put …
8 Abbreviations that Will Make You an Expert ESL Teacher
Overview The field of language education has many acronyms and abbreviations. The acronyms all have specific purposes. Teachers should pay attention to using accurate language to describe their …
Are Map Skills Dead? A Compelling Argument for Teaching about the Compass
As map technology has improved and paper maps have been brought to the brink of extinction, many people have questioned the relevance of teaching map skills. The compass rose has been victim to this …
Lunar New Year, Chinese New Year, and How to Teach About It
Some countries in Asia celebrate the Gregorian New Year on January 1st. Some countries celebrate the Lunar New Year according to the Lunar Calendar. Some celebrate both. There are many names for …
The Four Thesis Statements You Need in Your Back Pocket
Regardless of the style of essay you are writing, strong thesis statements are a must. Thesis statements are simultaneously the most important and most challenging skill you will have to master. It is …