Spread the loveStudent names are indicative of the learner’s identity and cultural background. It is an essential part of who they are. It is therefore important that the teacher learns to pronounce the name properly, however difficult it may be.  Student names are an important aspect when creating a culturally inclusive classroom and are often an indicator of the child’s ethnicity. We have often heard of students being on the receiving end of ridicule simply because of their names, and sometimes it may arise from improper pronunciation. Learners may resort to nicknames that may sound a lot like English names […]

Spread the loveTo be considered a competent educator, there are almost 2000 strategies, concepts, and terms that you must know. However, since teachers wear so many hats, who has the time to learn them all? Don’t worry; we have you covered. In this series, we will discuss all the teaching and learning strategies, concepts, and terms that you need to know to be considered an effective educator. There are over 70 articles in this series, so pace yourself. We recommend reading one piece per weekday, which will allow you to complete the series in three to four months. We hope […]

Spread the loveDespite all of the fragmentation in the educational community, there is still always one overriding goal: to boost academic achievement. While various groups will argue about what exactly that means or how best to accomplish it, that goal remains the same across the board. And digital learning experiences can help in your efforts to achieve that goal. And the best part is that most of the resources are offered without cost. While we have perhaps gotten used to this state of affairs, it is really stunning to think about the wealth of free resources that are available. Educational […]