Education

Saluting Ruby Bridges

Associated Content - Education - Wed, 03/10/2010 - 02:12

In celebration of Women's History Month: A salute to Ruby Nell Bridges, the first African-American to break the barrier of segregated Southern Schools.

Contributor: beverley byer
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

What Does Thoreau's Essay "Civil Disobedience" Have to Teach Us Today?

Associated Content - Education - Wed, 03/10/2010 - 01:23

Although it was written more than 150 years ago, "Civil Disobedience" still has many lessons to teach us today. This is an essay which has already profoundly changed societies, and it will continue to do so.

Contributor: Chris Pine
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

What is Intelligence and How Do We Measure It?

Associated Content - Education - Wed, 03/10/2010 - 00:52

Intelligence is a term that all of us know, but it is difficult for any of us to really define. There are a lot of different ways of being intelligent, but how do we measure it today in general?

Contributor: J G Hodnette
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Anchoring a Student Newscast: How to Be Prepared & Relaxed Beforehand

Associated Content - Education - Wed, 03/10/2010 - 00:23

Anchoring your first student-run newscast can be an intimidating experience. Here are some ways you can better prepare yourself and calm your fears.

Contributor: Joshua Givens
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Choosing a Foreign Language for Your Homeschooled Child

Associated Content - Education - Wed, 03/10/2010 - 00:07

With so many foreign language programs available to homeschoolers, it may be difficult to choose a language. Here are the pros and cons to different approaches to choosing a foreign language.

Contributor: Brooke Lorren
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

How to Use Description, Narration, and Example to Show and Tell

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 22:23

Description, narration, and example. You will find these techniques useful when you need to provide specific details.

Contributor: Stephenson Chea
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Revising, Proofreading, and Formatting

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 22:22

To many writers, revising, proofreading, and formatting get no respect. But these final steps in the writing process help you present your ideas in the best possible way.

Contributor: Stephenson Chea
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

How to Write a Paragraph that Works

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 22:21

A genuine, effective paragraph has four characteristics: direction, unity, coherence, and support.

Contributor: Stephenson Chea
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Support is the Key to Writing an Effective Paragraph

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 22:20

In planning a party or in writing a paragraph, the key is in the details. Specific support is one of the keys to good writing.

Contributor: Stephenson Chea
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Western Governors University : Earning Teacher Certification in an Affordable Way

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 20:57

So you want to become a teacher or add an endorsement to your current teaching credential but don't have the time to participate in a face-to-face classroom or want to take classes in a flexible manner while you intern?

Contributor: teachtoday101@yahoo.com
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

How to Choose a TEFL Course in Thailand: Studying Next to the Beach Isn't Always a Good Thing

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 20:51

Thailand is one of the top destinations in the world for would-be English teachers taking TEFL courses. But, how do you know how to choose which TEFL course to take?

Contributor: Cassandra James
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Awareness Test

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 20:12

Are you aware? What does it mean? Quite simply, we all have blind spots in our business endeavors, in our day to day routines, and in our perception of what we see and do.

Contributor: Mitch Biggs
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Best Colleges for Online Social Sciences Degrees

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 20:05

As a social science major, there are various opportunities to earn a degree online. Schools offering programs in areas such as psychology, history, criminal justice and political science provide students with a large variety of curricula to choose from.

Contributor: teachtoday101@yahoo.com
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

How to Prepare Your Puppy for Training

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:51

Learn what method to use to housebreak your puppy. Teach your puppy not to bite. Get your pup used to walking on a leash and wearing a collar.

Contributor: den NISI
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

A Homeschooling Task: Choosing Curriculum for Your Children

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:36

Choosing curriculum for homeschool families is a difficult task. Understand what parents must know to choose the right curriculum for their children.

Contributor: Valerie J. Steimle
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Telling Your Child He or She Has Cancer

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:30

I have been a child who was told she had cancer. I was very confused. This article blends my experience with what I learned about child development in college.

Contributor: Andrea Rowe
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Universal Detection Technologies Enters Agreement with US Army

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:23

Bioterrorism is a real threat; Universal Detection Technologies strives to make that less a threat. Their latest partner? The US Army.

Contributor: Jesse Schmitt
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

The Benefits of Creating a Homeschooling Goals List

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:23

Creating a list of goals is a great way to ensure that your home school accomplishes what you want in a given year.

Contributor: renee
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Fun Games to Teach Root Words

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:23

There are plenty of ways to help your children learn about root words.

Contributor: renee
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education

Tips for Getting Homeschooling Materials to Last Longer

Associated Content - Education - Tue, 03/09/2010 - 19:23

It can be a real challenge to get your homeschooling materials to last longer.

Contributor: renee
Published: Mar 09, 2010

Categories: Education
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