Spread the love**The Edvocate is pleased to publish guest posts as way to fuel important conversations surrounding P-20 education in America. The opinions contained within guest posts are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official opinion of The Edvocate or Dr. Matthew Lynch.** Leon Sterling, Swinburne University of Technology Bill Shorten’s recent announcement that, if elected, a Labor Government would “ensure that computer coding is taught in every primary and secondary school in Australia” has brought attention to an increasing world trend. Estonia introduced coding in primary schools in 2012 and the UK followed suit last […]

Spread the loveThese are schools that are not funded or controlled by the government. They are able to select their students as they choose and receive the necessary funding from the tuition fees their students pay. A lot of private schools are affiliated with larger organizations that they share values or a mission with—often an affiliation with a religious group. Some private primary and secondary schools are established by religious institutions to incorporate religious teachings and beliefs into their students’ education, while integrating them with a traditional academic program. Some of the first religious schools in the United States were […]

Spread the loveHigh school teachers have specialized training for one, two, or a couple of subjects. They teach high school students from grades 9 to 12, who are typically aged 13 to 18 years. Their work is even far more specialized than the teachers in middle school. For instance, a high school biology teacher may have to teach different grades and different parts of a subject as it pertains to that grade. Usually, the subjects taught by high school teachers could be language, science, mathematics, art, history, English, music, or drama. A typical high school with rotations of five to […]

Spread the loveIntroduction Transitioning from primary school to secondary school is a significant milestone in a student’s educational journey. This shift often comes with new challenges, including adapting to a different learning environment, increased academic demands, and forming new social connections. Therefore, it is crucial for both parents and teachers to educate students about what secondary school entails to prepare them for this critical stage. This article delves into the importance of teaching students about secondary school and offers practical tips for educators and parents to do so. The Importance of Teaching About Secondary School 1. Alleviating Anxiety: Change can […]