Spread the loveBethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida has received a $1.25 million grant from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services through the U.S. Department of Education that will be used to launch a program called Project Child. The initiative aims to graduate 70 master level special education teachers through a fully online program to meet the growing demand for these educators. The Council for Exceptional Children reports that there are 49 states, including Florida, with a shortage of teachers in classrooms where there are 600 million children or youth with disabilities. According to The Daytona Beach News-Journal […]

Spread the loveAre you looking for a career that allows you to make a positive impact on people’s lives and behavior? Becoming a behavior consultant could be the perfect fit to help people manage their behavior and reach their goals. The good news is that becoming a behavior consultant is easy. Here is a summary of the five steps you need to take to become a behavior consultant, along with the skills required. Step 1: Get a Degree The first step to becoming a behavior consultant is to get a degree in a related field such as psychology, social work, […]

Spread the loveDiving into the world of literature with your students is an exciting journey, and introducing them to the works of Jonathan Swift can be a particularly rewarding experience. This author, best known for classics like Gulliver’s Travels and A Modest Proposal, offers a unique perspective that both amuses and challenges young minds. As K-12 teachers, you have an opportunity to enrich your students’ understanding of his literary brilliance while fostering critical thinking skills. Begin by addressing Swift’s historical context, as understanding the time and environment in which he lived is vital to grasping his overarching themes. Born in […]