It is no secret that students are under a lot of pressure. From standardized tests to high-stakes assignments, students are constantly under the gun to succeed. While it is important for students to work hard and achieve their academic goals, it is also important for them to find ways to relax and enjoy life. …
The word “with-it-ness” is often used in the context of mindfulness, or the state of being present in the moment. However, “with-it-ness” can also be thought of as a quality of awareness that extends beyond the self. When we are with-it, we are open and receptive to what is happening around us. We are…
You might be thinking of what cultural capital is and why it is important for education. The concept was first introduced by Pierre Bourdieu in his book “Distinction” (1984). He defined cultural capital as a set of skills that are acquired through socialization into an elite group or class. These skills include knowledge about art,…
A curriculum is a set of courses and learning materials used by educational institutions and organizations and their students. The curriculum supports classroom management in two ways: it sets out the subjects to be taught, what topics are covered in each subject, which techniques an instructor will use during instruction, and what evaluation practices are…
As a newbie teacher, you might be thinking of how to teach and do that effectively. You might also be feeling less confident when you think of how to apply what you have learned in class in the field. Don’t worry you are not alone in that situation. Every experienced and effective teacher has been…
Classroom management is a critical part of formal education. That is, you can increase the level of success of your students if you are able to manage your classroom successfully and effectively. Teachers, both experienced and beginners, work extremely hard to become masters in classroom management. At the beginning of my career, there were some…
It’s hard to have a classroom that is conflict-free, but there are ways of dealing with students who fight. In some cases, you may need to remove the student from the classroom and let them cool off for a bit. In other instances, you can try talking it out with both parties involved in the…
I’m sure that you’ve had your fair share of episodes with students acting out in class. It’s never an easy situation to be in, but it can happen to anyone. If you’re unsure how to handle these situations, read on for some tips and tricks to help the next time a student is acting out…
It’s no secret that students who habitually call out in class are disruptive and can be distracting to other students. Yet, teachers often hesitate to address the issue with the student because they fear it may cause the student to withdraw or act out angrily. What should you do? What is Calling Out in…
When was the last time you had a really great day at school? You know, when everything went according to plan, nothing felt rushed or stressful, and there were no surprises? Those are my favorite days. But unfortunately, they’re not very common. That’s because schools don’t have enough routines and procedures in them to make…
