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What is an IEP? IEP is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that refers to a special-education study program incorporated into a school's curriculum. Linked to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a U.S. federal law, the IEP becomes a legal document establishing the child's eligibility. The disability must affect functioning at school for the […]
Encouraging students to become more creative is very important to their learning process. Over 80% of educators surveyed in the U.S believe creativity is a learned skill that should become a standard component of student learning. Creativity is important to the learning process because it encourages students to become more active and engaged with their courses. […]
As a teacher, it is your job to inspire and develop the next generation of thinkers, workers, and leaders, which can often prove challenging. Teachers can often find themselves struggling to relate to younger people and might find staying relevant something of a challenge. One solution is to ask them and use student interest surveys. […]
If you’ve been a teacher for a long time, there’s a great chance that you’ll be used to using data to drive instruction to improve outcomes. However, if you’re a fairly new teacher or else set in your ways, perhaps you won’t have heard of such a method. Data-driven teaching can open the door to […]
Sometimes, a break is exactly what's needed to get your class back on track. It's been scientifically proven that a break in learning and 'doing' can make all the difference to how our minds process things, and brain breaks for kids are no exception. According to Amanda Morin of Understood, improving focus, enhancing concentration, and […]
Helping kids succeed in school is at the top of the to-do list for every parent " whether it's back-to-school time or anytime! Kids struggle with new classroom environments, lesson topics, changing social groups, and peer pressure every year. Moreover, somewhere in the back of our adult heads, we think our kids are strong, smart, […]
Second graders are at a pivotal time in their young lives and an exciting place educationally. They are working hard to do well in school and make more sense of the greater world around them. Many teachers love to teach 2nd grade for various reasons. Here are our nine reasons why 2nd grade is the […]
Most teachers tend to feel strong affection for the grade that they teach. Whether you're educating cute kindergarteners or hormonal high-schoolers, charming features can be found in every age group. Third-graders, however, are particularly special. Past the stage when they need help tying their shoelaces or zipping up their coats, yet still in an adorable […]
Teaching is a challenging enough job on its own. But when it comes to teaching high schoolers, there's more pressure than ever to provide your students with the tools for their future. After all, the next step is college or the working world " so we're the last point at which kids can turn over […]