Dialogue journals provide students the opportunity to improve their writing skills in a meaningful exchange with the teacher.

Aug 14, 2009 - Joanna Szeto

Portfolios are used to demonstrate an individual's strengths and accomplishments in creative fields, such as writing and art. These portfolios are a benefit to students.

Dec 21, 2009 - Ashley Anderson

Call it participation, engagement, or time on task. If it refers to how much time students are involved in the learning experience, try something different.

Dec 29, 2009 - Harvey Craft

Teachers want students to participate in class activities. Student engagement improves learning while making classroom management easier.

Aug 3, 2011 - Harvey Craft

Journals provide students with an open forum to express their thoughts, a penalty-free place to write. If a teacher uses journals properly, they improve student-writing.

Mar 31, 2010 - Ben Lingenfelter

Working with a child after school, parents can help improve their child's writing skills in a number of different ways.

Jun 14, 2010 - Jennifer Wagaman

With all the curricular demands high school teachers face, they may forget how important it is to help students succeed on the ACT. Here are some easy strategies to use!

Dec 31, 2009 - Thadra Petkus

For students with difficulty writing, strategies like effective journaling can turn a struggling writer into a successful one.

Aug 23, 2009 - Heather Legg

Students can take control of their learning by applying the study skills presented in this article. A list of basic study guides and test taking tips is discussed.

Nov 7, 2009 - Jim Shelp

It's always hard for students to get a job of their choice in their field of study. Goal setting is a must. For budding journalists, so is writing newsworthy articles.

Feb 4, 2010 - Paym Bergson

As math becomes more and more abstract, some students have a difficult time holding onto concepts once they leave the classroom. Solve this problem by using a journal.

Mar 8, 2010 - Christiane Marshall

Choose a gratitude journal format that encourages expressing gratitude and thankfulness. Create lists of focused appreciation and start a daily habit of giving thanks.

Sep 16, 2009 - Melanie Mulrooney

Utilize a variety of memory aids in the classroom to improve student performance.

May 28, 2011 - Jennifer Wagaman

Journaling can be a way to release frustrations, create a record of life events, and even a way to practice different styles of writing.

Oct 6, 2009 - Janie Sullivan

Kids with math disabilities (dyscalculia) will have deficits in skill areas such as memory, organization, and problem solving. Here are tips to help struggling students.

Dec 3, 2009 - Karen Plumley

By adhering to five steps, teachers have the power to enable all students to master content and be successful on standardized tests.

Aug 13, 2009 - Jean Kamuf

Numerical parameters help you identify your strengths and weaknesses as a writer. Use them to hone your writing skills.

Jul 5, 2011 - Soumen Purkayastha

Learn that there are many benefits of daily journaling in the English classroom, especially when ground rules are established and prompts are used.

May 27, 2010 - Melanie Simpson

Grieving students are a part of many classrooms. It's a touchy situation and one that should be handled by the teacher and administration with extreme care.

Jan 4, 2011 - Brenda Gargus

Step-by-step exercises and tongue twisters help ESL students learn English, focusing on how to make sounds that are not part of their native language.

Aug 2, 2010 - Mistie Shaw