Inspirational Archives - Page 10 of 30

You must get to know your students at the start of the year. Not only will this ensure a smooth beginning to lessons that will undeniably be awkward, but it will also create a mutual sense of respect and understanding from the get-go. Learning about your students also increases something called group cohesiveness. Group cohesion […]

Behavior

The Difference Between Consequences & Punishments

Both parenting and teaching hold their unique brand of stress and frustration. Some days, things never go right " maybe your students aren't listening, shouting, or even fighting between children. At those times, it can be challenging to make the right choice when it comes to helping children " especially younger students " to understand […]

Teacher

I Need a Vacation from Teaching

I love my students. They're the best part of my job. But as a career teacher in America's woefully underfunded public school system, I can tell you – I need a vacation from teaching! Gearing up for this school year, I am reminded of everything I put into making my classroom a special place for […]

Well-being

Joyful teachers, Practice Joyful Habits (5 Tips)

Spreading joy in your classroom can sometimes feel like a losing battle. On those days when kids act up, assignments fall well below standards, and your classroom supplies seem to disappear magically, joy is the last thing on your mind. However, actively trying to spread happiness can sometimes make these days feel much less stressful […]

Motivation

Student Interest Surveys: Just Ask Them

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. […]

Well-being

16 Reasons Why Kindness is Important at School

Teaching kindness is vital to developing children's social and emotional faculties. It may seem a little cliché, but altruism and empathy come with a raft of emotional, physical, and mental health benefits that will set your students up for a fulfilling life full of strong friendships. If you need a few tips on teaching kindness […]

Inspirational

Teacher Survival Kit (A Must Need)

As any seasoned teacher knows, a well-stocked survival kit is a must. We’re not compensated for the following list. It’s a list we believe is a must! While you may be able to get through most days easily, there will come a day when you spill coffee all over a crisp new shirt, desperately need […]

Behavior

10 Brain Break Ideas to Help Your Students Focus

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 […]

Curriculum

15 Scientific Study Methods

We all like to think that studying comes naturally to some but is impossible for others " and our students are no exception. Whether it's looming exams, preparing for college, or moving up to high school, sharpening those study skills is key to getting your students through education. So if it's not all down to […]

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