The Last Frontier
“If I don’t pass the test, it will make you look bad.” The words stung me deeply as they left the mouth of...
05 June, 2013
Masonry
The basics teachers need in order to get students past the basics
When I took my teacher prep courses in the dark ages, 20+ years ago, the only class I took that had anything to...
29 May, 2013
The Biggest Misconceptions About Teachers’ Unions — Debunked
Unions are professional organizations. They provide services for teachers that cover an incredible gamut of purposes. Yet, despite all the positive work teachers'...
28 May, 2013
Technology in the Classroom
I recently attended a briefing on technology in the classroom. CQ Roll Call and Samsung sponsored the event, which began with guest speakers...
22 May, 2013
Common Core: Teachers Are Not Prepared
Simon & Garfunkel's "Bridge Over Troubled Water" is a classic. When I think about today's bridge over troubled water, I think about how...
16 May, 2013
Science Education Is About to Change—And That’s a Good Thing
It would be a mistake to think my job only entails the dissemination of diagrams and the creation of mnemonic devices to remember...
10 May, 2013
The Most Troubling Myths About Gifted Kids—Debunked
Teaching gifted students presents unique challenges and amazing rewards. Twelve years ago, when I was approached about teaching gifted students and creating classes...
07 May, 2013
Literacy and Academic Success
There is a disconnect between the skills and knowledge children acquire in P-12 schooling and the skills and knowledge children need to succeed...
01 May, 2013
Op-Ed: Teachers Aren’t Widgets That Can Just Be Replaced
May 7 marks the annual celebration of National Teacher Appreciation Day in the United States. Approximately 3.5 million teachers will be applauded by...
25 April, 2013