http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/6346.aspxThu, 15 Oct 2009 21:09:23 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:6346maryharlinA problem most teachers face is lack of time. Too little time to get all the papers graded, lessons planned, parents conferenced, and students taught. There is forever too much to do and too little time to do it. A problem most teachers face is lack of time. Too little time to get all the papers graded, lessons planned, parents conferenced, and stu...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/51053.aspxMon, 05 Oct 2009 23:57:35 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51053khayden5Middle school and high school students alike will many times do poorly in a course because they choose not to do the class work or home work. To get assignments and homework turned in, try these tips. Tip Number 1 – Post Grades in Classroom It sounds simple enough, but posting grades weekly allows students to see that they are indeed missing ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/7225.aspxTue, 22 Sep 2009 07:45:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:7225nbctClassroom management is the key to a successful school year and a sane teacher. A harmonious classroom is one where students understand the rules, procedures, and expectations. Classroom Procedures For a classroom to function efficiently, classroom procedures must be taught explicitly. Often the need for classroom discipline stems from a misunderst...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/13461.aspxTue, 08 Sep 2009 00:29:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13461chemteacherThis two part series highlight tips to help you be the best teacher you can. Welcome to the journey! This two part series highlight tips to help you be the best teacher you can. Welcome to the journey! 1. Be confident. Nothing will defeat a teacher faster than being uncertain. Confidence in your subject matter is critical. Know your stuff insid...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/7820.aspxSun, 30 Aug 2009 23:38:02 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:7820madgirlIn this next article in our series addressing teachers and copyright, we consider a specific part of fair use: multiple classroom copies. Here are the specific guidelines for how much a teacher can legally copy for classroom use. Multiple Classroom Copies Previously in our series about teachers and copyright, we looked at the fair use doctrine ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/7464.aspxSun, 30 Aug 2009 23:37:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:7464madgirlThis next article in our continuing series about copyright laws for teachers examines the basics of the fair use. This legal doctrine allows for certain uses (such as educational!) of copyrighted materials without the owner's permission. Fair Use If you didn’t catch the first article in this series about copyright laws for teachers ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/6623.aspxSun, 30 Aug 2009 23:36:57 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:6623madgirlMost people have an intuitive sense of what copyright is, but do they really understand it? It is especially important for teachers to know the basics of this legal concept, so that they can set a good example for their students. This first article explains the basics of copyright law for teachers. The Basics In today's digital world, where rep...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/3872.aspxMon, 17 Aug 2009 21:35:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:3872AnneVDyslexia is a reading problem many teachers struggle to understand. Left undiagnosed, dyslexia makes learning difficult. Children with dyslexia find it hard to read, but with effective management, dyslexic children can become high achieving students who learn well and build positive careers. What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a problem with reading ...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/43961.aspxThu, 30 Jul 2009 20:12:33 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43961TrentWhat makes an effective teacher? Answers vary but everyone agrees that an effective teacher should be able to motivate his or her students, a task made easier if the teacher is full of energy and enthusiasm, something more easily accomplished by healthy teachers. Why Health Tips for Teachers? My first year teaching I wanted to know what mak...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/42508.aspxSat, 18 Jul 2009 18:37:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:42508khayden5Whether you are just starting the year or just want to know your students better, try these tips to create a strong rapport with your students. Students who feel comfortable in the classroom environment will generally do better academically. Tip #5: Create Informational Sheets Create a form to find out general information about the student....http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/6511.aspxWed, 15 Jul 2009 20:22:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:6511maryharlinHelp make your students’ first days of school a little easier with some teacher-tested ideas that will ease student anxieties. A good start can lead to a great year. First Day of School Tips As the first day of school approaches, students’ palms are sweating and pulses are racing. The first day of a new school year can be frightening for even...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/38413.aspxWed, 10 Jun 2009 20:50:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:38413TrentWhen the smartest kid in the class, who gets A's on tests but doesn't do homework, gets a lower grade than the kid who gets C's on tests, but does a lot of extra credit fluff assignments, it's time to fix your grading policies. High School Grading Policies Grading is subjective. That's why we have high school grading policies. We wa...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/4420.aspxWed, 10 Jun 2009 15:20:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4420TrentYou've already tried working hard. Isn't it time you tried working smart? Apply effective time management by doing the most important things now. What is Time Management? In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People , Stephen R. Covey creates the time management matrix and answers the question "what is time management?" whil...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/4419.aspxThu, 04 Jun 2009 01:02:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4419TrentTime management tips sounds great in theory, but what are some specific strategies involving teachers and time management? These specific time management strategies will make classroom time more productive. Teachers and Time Management Tips These time management tips contain specific ways for teachers to free up time. With a little time investm...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/4252.aspxTue, 19 May 2009 00:48:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4252khayden5An open house can be counted a success when parents, teachers and students walk away smiling. However, there are many pitfalls in staging an open house. Here are some tips to avoid the typical problems and to have a great open house. Problems & Solutions for Middle School Open Houses At most middle schools, parents and students wander into a te...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/34686.aspxMon, 11 May 2009 15:54:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:34686thethinktankA scientific approach to teaching - asking the right questions can lead us to the right answer. The Scientific Method: Asking Questions “Why?” is the word. That’s what all of us have been hearing. Our current education system has made parrots out of us. When was the last time you read something and challenged it? Learners must approach learning...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/9813.aspxMon, 04 May 2009 18:36:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:9813Hawk1030This article addresses how to keep students focused while maintaining discipline in the classroom. Keep Students Working The key to maintaining a quiet classroom is keeping students focused. If students are engaged and involved in an activity, classroom disruptions are likely to be minimal. It is just a fact that when individuals are grouped togeth...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/3152.aspxSat, 02 May 2009 00:38:13 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:3152TrentDon't buy into the gloom and doom mentality of the broke, underpaid teacher. Start thinking like the wealthy and become wealthy. If you have the characteristics of successful teachers, you have the ability to become wealthy. Change Your Mindset Flexibility is one of the hallmark characteristics of successful teachers. It's time we make our mind...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/31637.aspxFri, 10 Apr 2009 18:15:57 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31637NoreenTeaser: Use a motivating device, or focus activity, to start your classes on the right note each day. Why use motivational devices? Starting each class successfully can be challenging for any teacher, but especially middle and high school teachers who deal with class changes and students hurriedly pausing conversations and finding their sea...http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/31327.aspxSun, 05 Apr 2009 18:27:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31327JuliaBodeebWhiteTeachers are not typically fahionistas, however taking some time to build a quality, colorful wardrobe will help a teacher feel lively and professional. Teachers need to create a lively wardrobe while sticking to their budget too. The use of color in clothing goes a long way to create a stylish, lively wardrobe that adds a touch of cheer to one’s d...