THINKING TOGETHER
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Toys and projects from trash
Here is a link to great toys / projects from trash to nurture young scientists. Toys from trash Vishal Jain Comment
Teacher tips: How to use your voice as an effective teaching tool
by dpspanwar
July 21, 2011
One of the most effective tools you have as a teacher is your voice. Think back to your favorite school teachers – what was it about them that won your heart? Chances are, they knew how to catch your attention, make the subject interesting and inspire you to learn.You can... Comment
Patience may be the most important
by dpspanwar
June 10, 2011
There are several characteristics that all good teachers have in common. They are patience; concern for their students; willingness to adapt, and; knowledge of the subject being taught. If these characteristics are lacking, a teacher cannot be an effective educator.Patience may be the most important characteristic of all. It is... Comment
A good teacher relate to caring
by dpspanwar
June 8, 2011
Benjamin Lomax All the characteristics of a good teacher relate to caring. This means caring out their subject matter, caring about their students, and caring about the world. We have created a world where it is certainly not profitable to be a teacher financially, so the motivation to be successful... Comment
Teaching tips: Step-by-step guide to preparing students for presentations
Mumbling voice shuffling feet averted eyes fidgeting fingers on crumpling note cards These are the common elements of a student struggling to give an oral presentation in front of a class of their peers. As oral presentations and public speaking continues to be an important part of the curriculum at... Comment
Teaching is often a heartbreaking job
by dpspanwar
June 6, 2011
Every child deserves a good teacher. A good teacher knows and understands her subject, who has respect for her students and who is still learning with them. In fact she learns a lot from them and she is not too proud to let them know that learning is for all.... Comment
Subject knowledge is important
As a teacher I continually consider whether I embody the characteristics of a good teacher. Reflecting on practice, evaluating events and circumstances, is surely necessary for success in all professions but perhaps more so in teaching, where the future prospects of young people may be improved or impaired according to the skills of their teacher. Most people have... Comment
Why teachers should spend the summer developing their skills
The long awaited summer vacation can be a time for relaxation, but teachers also need to consider using this time to develop their skills. Summer can provide many learning and planning opportunities that will add to the qualities that a teacher brings to a school district. There are several reasons... Comment
Creating a positive learning environment
My first priority is to cultivate a positive, learner-centered classroom that focuses on active learning. Creating a positive learning environment is no mere academic exercise. To do so entails several core principles that I bring to the classroom: expertise of the subject matter, the promotion of active learning, an... Comment
