Archive for the 'Concepts' Category

How to Boost Self-Confidence

Friday, June 15th, 2007

I’m always very critical of myself, and often times I feel insecure about my abilities in areas I’m not familiar with. I’ve always been that way. If you’re like me, check out this article called 8 Steps to Self Confindence. It’s sort of general, but it’s easy to relate to a lot […]

New Teacher?

Friday, April 13th, 2007

This is a great site full of survival tips for the new professional- from financial to moral advice. Read all about how you can make the best out of your first year here:

Becoming (and Remaining) a Good Teacher

Friday, April 13th, 2007

I found this and thought it was just a really nice page. Read on these qualities about what makes a teacher a teacher…and why.

Classroom Jobs for Children

Thursday, April 12th, 2007

Here are some tips for classes K-8 on how they can help around the classroom. It establishes a sense of responsibility (and also keeps you from doing all of the work!)

Thank Your Substitute

Wednesday, April 11th, 2007

Here is a nice tip for how one teacher thanks her sub for putting in hard work and long days:

America Responds- Classroom Resources

Wednesday, April 11th, 2007

It can be difficult to introduce and discuss the topics of tolerance, war and patriotism in a classroom. This website offers topics related to the middle east, and breaks it down into classroom age range discussion. This can be a very helpful guide in discussing current events appropriately.

Teacher Tunes and Good Joke

Monday, April 9th, 2007

This is an old post that I found, but was rather entertained by. I didn’t realize there were so many songs about teachers! Also, a funny joke to follow…check it out here!

No Child Left Behind

Wednesday, April 4th, 2007

Learn how to test children with disabilities fairly and accurately. These pointers help to appropriately assess such children, and also provide an explanation of common terms and the best questions to ask.