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Quotes for Teachers’ Inspiration

I have come to believe that a great teacher is a great artist and that they are as few as there are any other great artists. Teaching might even be the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit. John Steinbeck

We must view young people not as empty bottles to be [...]

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Volume 3 Month 4 Day 13- Tips for Classroom Discipline and Management

Classroom discipline and management causes the most fear and consternation in new teachers. However, classroom management is a skill that is not only learned but practiced daily. Here are ten tips that can lead to successful classroom management and discipline. These tips can help you cut down on discipline problems and leave you with fewer interruptions [...]

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Volume 3 Month 4 Day 7- Joy of Geography

 

It is quite astonishing that adults know so little of the world around them. They possess a poor subjective understanding of History and little or no understanding of Geography. Science of course is elevated to a religious height with even less understanding. After fourteen years of schooling it is quite interesting to see how little has [...]

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Volume 3 Month 2 Day 25- Newspaper In Classroom

Why should newspapers be utilized in classroom?

They are inexpensive.
They are readily obtainable.
They are versatile.
They can be used for individual or cooperative activities.
They are a source of current information.
Using them in your classroom is a method of recycling.

Teaching and Learning Using Newspaper

Following learning activities can be performed in classroom by using newspapers:

Parts of Speech

When [...]

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Volume 3 Month 2 Day 18- Simulations and Games in Classroom

Simulations and games activities can be most useful as teaching tools. Indeed, they provide a variety of learning opportunities in the classroom. Such activities can create interest and relieve tension in difficult curriculum areas. Furthermore, students often find simulations and games fun.

Simulation is the presenting of an artificial situation or event that represents the reality but [...]

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Volume 3 Month 2 Day 16- Socratic Method of Teaching

The Socratic method of teaching derives its name from its ascribed adherent, Socrates. It is a technique of using a questioning-and-interaction sequence designed to draw information out of students, rather than pouring it into them. This method is purely verbal and interactive. Most teachers use the Socratic method to develop the content information.

The Socratic method, in [...]