Why do you read books about different cultures? You may read books about culture to get an intimate glimpse into other cultures. You may love to learn from inspiring industry leaders, hone the way you …
Professional Development
6 Types of Literacy Students Need for the 21st-Century (That Aren’t Reading)
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 they're …
My Secret Sauce for Staying Informed without Anxiety, plus 5 Tips
Imagine this scene: You are scrolling through Facebook and you see a headline. BREAKING NEWS: SOMETHING TERRIBLE HAS HAPPENED. But you don't react. You don't feel your shoulders tense up. Your …
Why You Should Beware of Binary Thinking and Four Tips to Think More Clearly
Having a spectrum of choices is what makes life colorful, so why do humans have the tendency to get stuck in two binary and opposing viewpoints? People love to divide and categorize. We do it all …
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
OverviewThe 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 …