For as long as I’ve been writing about education many commentators have argued that teaching should seek to balance teacher-led and student-led activities. Although this is often presented as self-evidently obvious, it rather begs the question. But what’s so great about balance? Should we seek balance for its own sake […]
The MLC Medicare Advantage Plan
Bear with me for a few paragraphs, please. The other day I got a bill from Quest Diagnostics for $151.00. Evidently, it was a 20 dollar co-pay for one test, originally over 200, but after GHI sent them 8 bucks, I had only the co-pay. The other was the full, […]
What To Expect When Taking A TEFL Course
Are you thinking of teaching English abroad but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a teacher already teaching in a foreign country and want to improve your skills? Whatever your reasons, this blog is for you. We’ll take you through everything you need to know about taking a […]
Veterans Day Activities for Elementary Students
Veterans Day is observed on November 11th and was originally called Armistice Day to commemorate the truce that helped end World War I. Today, Veterans Day honors the experiences and contributions of service members during times of war and peace. In the United States alone, there are over 18 million […]
Higher Ed Without Borders speak with President Jim Henderson of the University of Louisiana System – Edu Alliance Journal
On this podcast episode of Higher Ed Without Borders co-hosted by Edu Alliance Founders Dr. Senthil Nathan and Dean Hoke speak with Dr. Jim Henderson, President of the University of Louisiana System. Dr. James Henderson, President of the University of Louisiana System, a multi-university campus system with an enrollment of approximately […]
New Video: The Art of ‘Means of Participation’
How you ask students to answer a question is often as important as the question you ask. If you don’t get everyone to answer, if you don’t cause everyone to think deeply about the answer, even the best question will only be so useful. So great teaching relies on […]
Resources for Teaching about Indigenous Peoples and Histories in North America
As momentum builds to improve how schools teach history (including the more painful parts of it), there’s been a push for more comprehensive, thoughtful, and accurate education around Indigenous American history. In recent years, some states have passed legislation to better ensure that Indigenous American history and culture are reflected […]
“Regular Revision”: Write Less; Write Better; Rewrite Daily; Make Writing Visible
Had the pleasure of visiting a couple of really good schools in the midst of “bringing students back” over the past couple of weeks. By “bringing kids back” I mean rebuilding intellectual habits and striving to maximize quality of learning given how much kids have lost in the disrupted previous […]
Free Technology for Teachers: Chrome, Crows, and Games
Good morning from Maine where the sunrise is still more than an hour away as I drink my first cup of coffee. It’s going to be an exciting day in our house because we’re going to see Disney Frozen on Ice! To say that my daughters are excited about it […]
Scribbles Software Selected as a Finalist for the 2022 NC TECH Awards
Pineville, NC – Scribbles Software, a leading provider of K-12 records and enrollment software located in Pineville, NC, was selected as a finalist for the NC TECH Awards, presented by the NC TECH (North Carolina Technology Association). The program is North Carolina’s only statewide technology awards program recognizing innovation, growth […]