Spelling tests are an essential part of expanding a student’s vocabulary. These tests not only determine how well a student can spell, but also, they help instructors gauge a student’s understanding and progress throughout the academic year. Spelling tests also help improve a student’s spelling for the long term....
Read MoreWhen I was teaching first-year students at the University of Iowa, I often talked with students who were absolutely beleaguered by their early college experiences. These students had worked so hard in high school to be high achieving, but for one reason or another—be it familial, personal, medical, whatever—they...
Read MoreSmack dab in Boston’s vibrant Fenway neighborhood is Wentworth Institute of Technology, a STEM school highly regarded for its offerings in architecture, engineering, computer science, and construction management. Thanks to its extensive industry connections and curriculum that requires at least two semesters of co-op experience, Wentworth’s 4,000-strong student body...
Read MoreLearning names is one of the first and most important steps in building a welcoming classroom. And what better way to do it than playing games? Whether it’s through a creative challenge, an energetic movement activity, or a fun musical twist, games set the stage for teamwork and friendship....
Read MoreSpelling tests are an essential part of expanding a student’s vocabulary. These tests not only determine how well a student can spell, but also, they help instructors gauge a student’s understanding and progress throughout the academic year. Who knew just a few, simple words could reveal so much? Especially...
Read MoreAt first glance, AP Research might sound like a mysterious class. AP U.S. History and AP Environmental Science make their focus abundantly clear, but AP Research holds its cards close. What, exactly, do you research? How will you spend your class time? The truth is that AP Research is...
Read MoreCollege Station, Texas is an eastern Texas city of about 125,000 people—and the home to Texas A&M University. It’s pretty much smack dab in the middle of Houston and Austin, so people who find themselves in College Station might think they’ve got to duck out to the big city...
Read MoreWhether students are preparing for college or trying to navigate their own financial needs, scholarships are an excellent way to attain long lasting support. There are numerous scholarships for middle school students available across the country, and the organizations sponsoring them are always looking for young leaders who want...
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