I love spring. The weather starts to get warmer, the days start getting longer, trees and flowers start to bloom, and so much more. I’ve also noticed that during the spring my students seem more excited too. The opportunity to get outside more is just what elementary school students need. Sometimes students can start acting … Read more
For teachers, learning how to communicate with students can be a skill with a steep learning curve. However, fostering effective communication can be one of the most rewarding parts of the teaching experience. Communication is important in the classroom for many different reasons, and many experts consider it to be an essential element to good … Read more
We all know that the world has changed drastically in the last twenty months. And nowhere is that change more obvious than in the fact that children are going to school online. Gone are the elementary students tumbling into the classroom each morning, laughing and jostling their way to their seats. Instead, students find a … Read more
This month starts off with a groundhog’s day tradition that tells us if we’ll have six more weeks of winter. Then love is in the air, and we are quickly engulfed with sweet treats, pink hearts, and red roses. The themes for February don’t stop with a cute furry animal or a box of chocolates. … Read more
If you’re a teacher, it’s very common these days to be teaching students online. You might want to spend some time recording lectures for your students to watch on their own time, but often teachers who were trained in a traditional classroom struggle with this. Over the past couple years, many education professionals have made … Read more
Did you know that Americans send over 140 million Valentine’s Day cards every year? This is just one of many little-known facts about Valentine’s Day. Once again, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. If you’re a teacher, you’re likely looking for ways to make the day special for all of those little Valentines (your students) in … Read more
If you’re a teacher, it’s very common these days to be teaching students online. You might want to spend some time recording lectures for your students to watch on their own time, but often teachers who were trained in a traditional classroom struggle with this. Over the past couple years, many education professionals have made … Read more
In an environment where music permeates almost every aspect of daily life, from internet ads to TV shows, the question arises: should students be allowed to listen to music in class? This practice reflects our students’ constant exposure to music, though its implementation in classrooms isn’t always driven by an understanding of its benefits. Yet, … Read more
Update of July 3, 2023: I’ve added: some usage cases in product reviews; the updated advanced guide on choosing a personal amp for teaching; the F.A.Q. section to cover all the probable questions you may have. During my time in the classroom, I’ve found great success in letting my students use headphones while learning. … Read more
As teaching online continues to be a common occurrence, it’s important to make sure teachers have high quality equipment for recording their lectures. If you’re planning to work with students or upload lectures online, you might want to look into the different cams you can use to get the job done. As someone who has … Read more