Susan ‘s Articles for
Education
Susan ‘s Articles for
Education
What is Cooperative Learning?
WHAT IS IT? Cooperative learning is a successful teaching strategy in which small teams, each with students of different levels of ability, use a variety of learning activities to improve their...
Using Mnemonic Devices
Mnemonic: (n.) A device, such as a formula or rhyme, used as an aid in remembering. Mnemonics, or the science and art of aiding memory, is an ancient concept. Many people rely on mnemonic devices to...
Special Education Case Management
I'm researching resources for special education case management. I'm amazed at how little I can find on the web about the topic. I've not found any books that handle it well either. Does anyone know...
General Behavior Management Tips
The following are some important behaviors to avoid and techniques to use when disciplining students: Behaviors to Avoid When Disciplining: Shouting loudly or continually Nagging Pushing or pulling...
Writing Prompts for October!
A queen becomes "King." Miss Pepper weds Mr. Salt. Mary Hays becomes Molly Pitcher. Fascinating facts provide reasons for writing!
Creative Strategies to Prepare Students for Tests
The following are some interesting and creative strategies to help your students reach their full potential and perform better on tests: 1. The Power of Positive Thinking How many times have people...
Organizing Tips For Your Homework Binder
For students to be successful in school, especially older students with more homework and paperwork, it is important for them to have good organizational skills. One of the ways to help your...
Understanding Multiple Intelligences
Just this weekend I was talking with a parent of a kinesthetic learner who, despite being very bright, was completely turned off to high school during his teen years. Because his son could not grasp...
Need help with studying? Make a rulebook!
When students need help memorizing rules for your subject, one of the best study tips is to make a ‘rulebook’ for the topic you are teaching. Use two-column pages and split the rules for clarity....
Using Music in Conflict Education
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Strategies to Assist with Reading Assignments
If your student struggles with reading comprehension or remembering important details from books for a test, here are some great strategies to help their reading stick! 1. Highlighting Fun: Read...