The importance of English vocabulary is a topic which is all too often neglected in the school system… and here’s why you should care.
Archive | Education
I think this one’s pretty self explanatory! An Education site with an Education category? Who would’ve thunk it!
Private VS Public School Education
All decisions regarding our children are important, but the choice to provide them with a private vs public school education is one of the most vital.
Going Back to School Blues: Tips for Your Best Morning
Time for a new school year! As kids and parents adjust to back to school, be sure to take necessary steps to make 2015-6 the best school year yet!
Is Grammarly Or RightWriter The “Write” Choice?
When it comes to grammar software checker programs, there are a good number to choose from – all of which can offer different variety, options, and selections. Grammarly and RightWriter each have their own set of strengths and weaknesses when it comes to grammar checking – which program is right for you?
Grammar Check Software: Ginger, Grammarly, and WhiteSmoke
Looking for a good grammar checker software to help you improve your grammar but don’t know which to choose? You’ve come to the right place! Ginger, Grammarly, and WhiteSmoke are three grammar check software programs whose pros and cons are reviewed here.
The Future of Homeschooling through the Internet – Part B
Technology has revolutionized the way kids are taught. Some say nothing will replace the good ol’ “teacher and blackboard” method, and there may be something to that, but there are alternatives. Unlike in previous years, where homeschooling was a very daunting task for the everyday parent, technology has come through in a very big way […]
How Students Can Get the Most out of Their Local Libraries – Part B
First, a classic joke: what did the one librarian say to the other lib… shhh!!! Okay, so it isn’t a classic. I made it up. The point is: libraries are cool. I know, it sounds lame – I agree. However, if you ever needed a place to study after school, and had a home with […]
Teaching Students to be Self Motivated – Part B
There are a few in every class: the ones who simply do not want to learn. It’s not a question of good or bad. They may be perfectly alright – social, active, and intelligent – but they have absolutely no motivation whatsoever. They are perfectly satisfied with a passing grade, and are not interested in […]
Ginger Software Review: Need Your Work Proof-“Red”?
It’s amazing how many professional adults are working with a less-than-stellar knowledge of grammar and writing – luckily for them, there’s help to be had! Using pre-installed programs to check my grammar often resulted in missed errors… this Ginger software review will show why you never need to worry again!
Using Old Technology in the Classroom – Part B
Looking for something that can snap your young students out of the monotony of everyday classroom activities? This post may be what you were looking for to give you ideas for classroom tools. Remember the rotary phone? How about the huge computer monitors of the 80s? Or the early 90s printers? Those items are still […]