The summer learning loss is a real thing. When the students stop attending school for what equals two and a half to three months, bad things happen. According to research, after third grade, students lose about 20 percent of their gains …
There are plenty of misconceptions about tutoring that should be put to rest for all students’ benefit. Working one-on-one or in a small group with a knowledgeable tutor is something all kids should experience if they have the opportunity. Here …
The amount of EdTech (educational technology) available out there for school districts to discover and invest in is quite mindblowing at the moment. It is, of course, a multi-billion dollar industry, and it continues to grow even during the pandemic. …
The United States is facing a health condition just as alarming as COVID. However, the media is not paying any attention to it at the moment. Nearly 40 percent of all adults in the U.S. are classified as clinically …
For a student to be successful in their studies, there must be communication between the parents and the teacher. Indeed, many students can manage their own work, but for the most part, students need the support of both their teacher …
Have you ever traveled to a foreign country where they speak a different language than those you are familiar with? Just trying to order a simple meal can be an adventure. We tend to nod our heads and point at …
Coming from a family of eleven, we often found it challenging to make ends meet throughout the year. Families who don’t have adequate finances for many of the things that other families take for granted are areas in children’s lives …
I’ve always dreamt of being able to sit down at the piano and pound away on the ivories while sounding even just a little bit like Jerry Lee Lewis. Unfortunately, no matter how many instruments I have tried to learn, …
One thing the COVID virus has made educators learn quickly is how valuable technology can be in education. Of course, many educators already knew this. However, remote learning brought about a crash course on using tech for education, and teachers …
Learning a second language can help your cognitive skills. Not only does it open up a new world to the person as they know more about the customs and traditions associated with the new language. Also, speaking a different language …