The Science of Student Motivation
As humans, we strive to differentiate ourselves from others. But seemingly, there is this one thing we have in common. No matter how many unique oddities we adorn ourselves with, we all want to get up in the morning and do good. We seem to have this innate desire [...]
Classroom Activities to Ring in the New Year
In the classroom, children love spectacle. They love a special day—and understandably so! Be honest now—when’s the last time you turned down a pizza party? So, to welcome in the new year, whether at the end of December or beginning of January, consider having a special classroom celebration. Here [...]
To Study Abroad…or Not? Lessons From Abroad
The thing about studying abroad is that it can seem so glamorous—and it is! I’m someone who might make a slightly spur-of-the-moment decision while overlooking potential future challenges. And while I don’t regret my decision to study abroad at all, there are things I would’ve done differently. And there [...]
Activities For Families To Do Together Over Winter Break
Winter break calls for fun in the snow and lots of family time. Key word, “lots.” Just like during a power outage, around half way through winter break, parents and family members might start to run out of ideas for entertainment and activities. However, fear not, because we’ve compiled [...]
Physics Terminology for Beginners
Sometimes when you’re working with a ton of information, the best thing to do is compile all of the information in one space. Take physics, for instance, which requires dealing with a lot of concepts, definitions, and equations. By having a guide that you can look back on whenever [...]
How Does Racial Bias Impact the Classroom?
Did you know that teachers, even prior to any contact, view Black girls as less innocent than their White peers? Or that if a student of color enrolls in a high-achieving school, they’re less likely to be placed in classes that prepare them for college? What is implicit bias? [...]
How to Be a Better Reader
Do you ever tell yourself, “I'm going to read more?” Maybe you’ve added it to your goal list, or even made it a New Year’s resolution. But then, life gets in the way, and well, it doesn’t quite happen. This is pretty common. Here’s another issue that seems to [...]
Why is Child Literacy Declining?
Growing up, I can vividly recall the pleasure I got from taking a book with me to family dinners, sneaking pages while the grown-ups were immersed in their (to me) boring conversations. Today, it seems to be much more common to see kids clutching their iPads (or various other [...]
TV Shows to Practice Foreign Language
When learning a foreign language, you might find that you need extra resources to help you better retain the language. Based on 15+ years of experience in Spanish classes, I’ve recognized that as much as you write and rewrite vocabulary, conjugations, and grammar rules, sometimes it’s simply not enough. [...]
How Does Self-Esteem Affect Academic Performance?
The mind-body-soul connection. Is it real? Or just a buzzword-type phrase? While this concept can seem a little arbitrary, it’s a fundamental component of how our lives play out every day. At any given time, your mental health could be affecting your physical health. Or vice versa. Or your [...]