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79Why Do We Study History
by Keviin
When am I ever going to use this? Why do we need to know this stuff? The questions every teacher loves to hear. The answer is actually pretty simple, "To know yourself". What is important about history? ... published 10 months ago
72The Best Way to Teach History
by Keviin
Although history does not change, it continues to grow. Every day there is more history for teachers and students to examine and learn from. But what is the best way to teach history, chronologically or... published 9 months ago
71How to correctly site sources in a research paper
by Keviin
A lot of students ask when they need to cite a source in a research paper. My response is usually to tell them it is easier to explain when not to cite sources than when you should. Citing sources, or using... published 11 months ago
73How to read text once and remember it
by Keviin
Students often complain that they did read the book but still did poorly on the quiz or test. They may have read it, but did they get it? There are some simple ways to help make sure you not only read the... published 11 months ago
78Becoming a Teacher What is Involved?
by Keviin
According to many studies, approximately half of the current teachers in America will retire in the next ten to fifteen years. Teaching is a highly rewarding career that offers many opportunities. The demand... published 13 months ago
89WWI vs WWII
by Keviin
The early twentieth century was mainly an extension of the nineteenth century. The dominant powers and their governments as well as political and social ideologies were largely unchanged. The First World War,... published 13 months ago
72Socratic Seminars
by Keviin
There are many ways to gauge whether students have grasped a concept or idea, or to see exactly what they know. One of the most effective techniques is the Socratic Seminar or scored discussion. A truly... published 12 months ago
75The Best Way To Take Notes In Class
by Keviin
Note taking is a necessary evil in education. It is also a very personal process. Everyone takes notes in a way that works for them. Have you ever borrowed someone's notes because you missed a class, and... published 11 months ago
86Should Teachers Assign Homework?
by Keviin
As a teacher, one of my constant frustrations has been with homework. How much homework should be given and how often? How much should homework impact a student's grade? Is it meaningful? Are the students... published 9 months ago
65Using Scored Discussions
by Keviin
How do you know if students really understand what the class has been covering? One of the easiest ways to check student's understanding is by using scored discussions. Scored discussions are easy to run in... published 11 months ago
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