Spread the loveEducational reform appears to encourage dishonest practices, particularly in the form of cheating. Novice educators say standardized testing is at the core of the misconducts prevalent in the educational system. Testing can be regarded as a double-edged sword where the figures are used to concurrently assess the educational system’s performance and coerce it into chaos. Prince George’s County, Maryland What happened in Prince George’s County, Maryland, is concisely stated in J. Brian Charles’ overview of the cheating epidemic. In 2010, under the guidance of Rushern Baker – the newly elected county executive, Prince George’s County started improving significantly […]

Spread the loveClassroom management and learner behavior are often an educator’s main points of concern. It’s essential educators effectively deal with these issues as they can impact a student’s ability to learn. So, what strategies can you use for classroom management and changing challenging learner behavior?  Educators Require Self-Regulation Educators need to teach self-regulation so that a student can successfully focus, plan, achieve long-term goals, and manage their emotions and thoughts. Students can control their actions through self-regulation, and you need to reinforce the idea too. You can use co-regulation for younger students and cognitive behavior modification for older students.  […]

Spread the loveInclusive classrooms are a growing trend in special education today. They are designed to provide a more inclusive environment for students with disabilities by accommodating their individual needs. Inclusive classrooms are typically more diverse and representative of the wider community than traditional classrooms. There are a number of reasons why inclusive classrooms are becoming more popular. First, they are more effective at teaching students with disabilities. Second, they are more cost-effective than traditional classrooms. And finally, they are more inclusive for students of all ages. There are a few things students with disabilities should know about inclusive classrooms. […]