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It boggles the mind: A puzzling word game
Debra Josephson Abrams EducationThere is significant research on the efficacy of using games to teach ESL/EFL. Yolageldili and Arikan are among those who encourage game use: "Games have a special role in any foreign language teaching program because they facilitate foreign language learning especially for young learners." Gaudart concurs: "Using simulations and games are two of the most effective techniques for a teacher when he or she wants to allow second or foreign language learner practice in the target language."
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Forgetting to learn: Making room in the brain
Dorothy L. Tengler Medical & Allied HealthcareHuman memory is a complex, brainwide process that is essential to who we are. Experts say once you've learned to ride a bicycle or drive a car or swim, you never forget. But surprisingly, new research suggests that while learning, the brain is actively trying to forget.
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Is college the right choice for students with LD?
Tom Bergeron EducationParents and educators work hard to help prepare their children to become successful adults, and obtaining a college degree is typically seen as the path to success. But what about other avenues? This question is especially important for children with learning differences. Studies show varying graduation rates, but they all clearly indicate students with learning differences have a far more difficult time obtaining a high school diploma, and attaining the elusive college degree.
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Microcredentials provide educator personalization
Brian Stack EducationOur world is changing at such a rapid rate that our schools need educators with specific skills and experiences. Gone are the days when schools could supplement an educator's "general education degree" with a one-size-fits-all professional development model. Today's educators need access to professional develop that is highly personalized, competency-based and targeted to specific knowledge and skills.
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Hiding grammar lessons in content material
Douglas Magrath EducationA variety of activities will enhance language acquisition. Suggestions include articles, student presentations, discussions, role-plays, field trips and demonstrations. In a content-based approach, grammar still needs to be taught since the need will arise for the students to communicate using a specific structure (passive voice, for example). Grammatical accuracy still needs to be part of the hidden agenda of the course, especially for college-bound students, and it can be hidden in the readings.
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Do your classroom policies promote inclusion for all students?
Danielle Manley and Hailey Golden EducationEvery educator has a different approach to disciplining and motivating students, but not all approaches are successful for every student. For students with learning disabilities, like ADHD, Asperger's syndrome and dyslexia, discipline and motivation can be even trickier. You need to be prepared to handle these students while also maintaining a learning environment.
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States showing glimpses of change to US education system
Ronnie Richard EducationFrom Common Core to common sense, many educators across the country have echoed a common refrain in recent years: Get the federal government out of our classrooms. They finally got their wish with the passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
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New York battling obstacles to K-12 special education
Bambi Majumdar EducationA recent report released by the New York City Education Department said that close to 40 percent of New York City students may not be receiving the special education services for which they have been recommended. A lack of reliable data has compounded the problem further and now, even with the report at hand, officials are not sure exactly what percentage of students are being deprived of what they so sorely need.
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Determining the linguistic demand of tasks
Erick Herrmann EducationEach school day, students are asked to engage in a variety of instructional tasks that require them to utilize language in a variety of ways. Students are asked to read, write, listen and speak about content-area concepts, which are often complex and require students to use academic vocabulary and language.
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Infographic: Perfecting your CV and resume to get the job you want
Colin Cuthbert Healthcare AdministrationFor people who are out of work, job-seeking can be a frustrating process, as time and again you are politely turned down for vacancies. It is difficult to keep going after multiple rejections, but it may be worth considering whether you need to do anything differently — and that starts with reviewing your resume.
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