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Literacy instruction is moving beyond the English language arts (ELA) classroom. School- and district-wide initiatives have started implementing education in reading and writing across the

  Research suggests that today’s teachers and school administrators are more interested in teacher collaboration than previous generations. While it has historically been common for

Like most kids, Kevin Hazelrigg viewed school as an obligation. That was until Mrs. Pierpont came along to teach him in fourth grade in Springfield,

When her daughter Lauren entered a Head Start Program in 1994, Sonya May knew what she wanted to do with the rest of her life.

It has become increasingly common to hear about teachers “teaching to the test.” But what does that mean? In short, teaching to the test means

Blended learning is a model of education in which students divide their learning time between traditional classroom models and the use of technology in the

A common complaint among literacy teachers is that students do not read and write as much as they used to. These teachers place the blame

All parents hope their children will receive individualized and personal attention from each and every one of their teachers, but as school enrollment grows and

Many educators see video games as effective tools for engaging today’s students. They bridge student interest, diverse literacy development and in-depth learning. Strategies for teaching

The world is becoming more interconnected than ever. Businesses are not only competing with storefronts down the street but also around the world. To build

You may not have to think too long to remember a teacher who made a difference in your life. Most of us grew up with

Fresh out of Arkansas State University with a communications degree in 1997, Russell Stokes was ready to take on the world. Then, he decided he

Literacy is fundamental to education. Learning in other subjects begins by first understanding written, spoken, visual, and other forms of language. This ability is perhaps

Historically, educators have debated the benefits and drawbacks of sustained silent reading versus group reading. Strategies for teaching reading have varied concerning which methods are

A great deal of learning today depends on literacy. Learning to understand communication, recognize written information and process the data it contains is the cornerstone

Special education teachers must abide by special education laws that do not always apply to the general student population. Districts may also have their own

As a teacher, it is your job to develop an environment that is conducive to learning. The classroom your students come into can have a

Classroom teachers at all levels report students’ increasing dependence on technology, serious involvement with social networks and fascination with data speed. Students will search for

A master’s degree in curriculum and instruction can open many doors for your teaching career. Given that this is a relatively new degree offering, many

A common conception of research and practice is that they reside at opposite ends of a spectrum. Either one researches impractical theories, or one practices

More than 3 million people are diagnosed with dyslexia every year. Dyslexia is a cognitive condition that affects the brain’s learning centers, resulting in a

A Master of Science in Education in Reading typically consists of a series of 10 three-credit courses. These courses provide the core knowledge necessary to

Educators who are well established in their careers choose to pursue a graduate degree for a variety of reasons, including career advancement, continuing education and

Founded in 1922, the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest internationally recognized professional organization devoted to improving the educational experience of students with

Consistency and predictability are important for brain development. The more consistent and predictable a child’s life is, the more likely he or she will succeed

When early childhood educators enroll in a master’s degree program, they can expect to gain a better understanding of the basic child development models of