Generation Z, the Internet Generation, Digital Natives — these are a few of the names used to describe children born between the mid 1990s and the present. They grew up with computers and the World Wide Web, and they’re comfortable with all kinds of technology, from smart phones to MP3 players to iPads. Most of them conduct their social lives …
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Creative Ways to Get Parents Involved
Today, with the help of technology, there are many novel ways that parents can become involved in the educational process without necessarily coming to school. This is not to say, however, that traditional classroom participation by parents is unnecessary. Any way you do it, getting parents involved in the classroom and in their children’s education is a powerful method of …
Best Apps for English Teachers
If you’re a teacher with an iPad, you’ve probably already discovered lots of fun apps, as well as a few that can boost your productivity. But did you know that several apps that can help you teach English language skills, reading and composition are also available? Here are some of the best apps for English teachers that we’ve found:
Stanza
This free …
Privacy Settings on Facebook for Teachers
Nowadays, an increasing amount of teachers are becoming friends with their students on Facebook. Some educators use Facebook to make themselves more accessible to students. Others use it to strengthen relationships or to connect with former students. Many classrooms even have a Facebook group for students to connect with and help one another.
Facebook is a wonderful tool for teachers, but …
Teaching Online Classes
Teaching in a classroom requires a passion for education, dedication to your students and creativity and teaching online classes is no different. It takes a great teacher to successfully translate his or her teaching abilities to an online forum. A great teacher exudes confidence and energy in the classroom, and to be an effective online teacher, you must maintain that …
