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Recent Contributing Writer Articles


Choosing the Right Phonics Curriculum: Teaching Your Child to Read the Best Way Possible

In: Homeschool Curricula

By: Feature Writer Denise Oliveri

Temping and Part Time Jobs: Examining Temporary Work Options and Recruitment Agencies

In: Career Advice

By: Philip Copple

Review of Clark College in Vancouver, Washington: Educational Campus Choice in WA State Near Portland, Oregon

In: College Reviews

By: Janienne Jennrich

Survival Expressions for French Students: Useful Phrases in French Class

In: Learning French

By: Feature Writer Diane Farrug

Exploring Online Mammal Environments: Students Watch Video Clips of Animals in their Natural Habitats

In: Lesson Plans & Materials

By: Debbie DeSpirt

ESL Introductory Classroom Activities: Fun Icebreaker Ideas for the First Day of English Class

In: English as a Second Language

By: Suzanne Swartz

Eight Job Hunting Myths: What Job Seekers Need to Know Before Their Next Interview

In: Job Search

By: Deborah S. Hildebrand

ACT Basics: Understanding the Nuts and Bolts of the ACT

In: College Preparation

By: Feature Writer Kellie Hayden

Thirteen Indispensable German Verbs: Conjugations of Frequently-Used Verbs and How to Use Them

In: Learning German

By: Suzanne Swartz

Rethinking Retirement: Many Community Colleges are Offering Retirement Career Programs

In: Community Continuing Education

By: Feature Writer Debbie Kwiatoski

Using Quiz Bowl in a Gifted Classroom: This Game Allows Students to Cooperate and Compete Simultaneously

In: Gifted Education

By: Alex Sharp

Writing A Letter or Email in German: Salutations, Closings, and Other Important Language Rules

In: Learning German

By: Suzanne Swartz

How to Write a History Paper and Save Time: A Four Step Guide to Writing a Good Research Paper

In: Writing Research Papers

By: Victor Mobley

Create Simple Power Point Presentations: Computer Training for Kids

In: Teaching & Technology

By: Debbie DeSpirt

ESL Picture Dictation Activity: Communicative Exercise to Practice English Language Listening Skills

In: English as a Second Language

By: Kari Miller

2008 Summer Olympic Games Primary Lesson Plans: Olympic Themed Elementary Reading, Writing, and Math Unit for Kids

In: Primary School Lesson Plans

By: Feature Writer Megan Sheakoski

What Your College Tour Guide is Really Thinking: How to Make a Positive First Impression on Your Campus Visit

In: Colleges

By: Suzanne Swartz

Do You Have What it Takes To Be A System Analyst: Do You Want To Be A Computer Or Business Analyst

In: Changing Careers

By: Feature Writer Paym Bergson

Staff Training on Computer Security: Creating Awareness of Malware Risks and Infection Prevention

In: Designing Training Tools

By: Feature Writer Joni Rose

Improving Reading Comprehension: Using Questions to Build Comprehension

In: Teacher Tips/Training

By: Jennifer Wagaman

Writing in Science and Technology Classrooms: Improve Student Knowledge through Writing Exercises

In: Classroom Activities

By: Feature Writer Tamara S. Andrew Birch

Writing Throughout School: Skills and Knowledge Improved by Cross-Curriculum Writing

In: Teaching Strategies/Mentorship

By: Feature Writer Tamara S. Andrew Birch

Helping Gifted Readers Find Books: High Level Readers Need Help Choosing Appropriate Books

In: Gifted Education

By: Alex Sharp

Education Outcomes in Florida: How Do State and National Standards Affect Florida?

In: Educational Issues

By: Elizabeth Randall

Japanese Language Learning Programs: Learn to Speak Japanese Using CDs and Self Study Programs

In: Learning Japanese

By: Margaret M. Williams

Companies with Campus Rep Programs: College Marketing Efforts are Driven by Student Representatives

In: Campus Life

By: Lena Gott

College Campus Rep Jobs: Students Can Get Work Experience during the School Year

In: Campus Life

By: Lena Gott

Online College Course Management: Use a Weekly Schedule to Keep Track of Assignment Due Dates

In: Distance Education

By: Lena Gott

Psychology Major Growth and Use in Industries: Where a B.A. in Psychology Can Get You

In: Choosing Careers

By: Elisabeth Sharber

Questions in Lectureship Interview: UK University Lecturer Academic Panel Sample Research Questions

In: Universities

By: Susan Morris

Learning Science and Math with an Analog Watch: Advantages of Using Non-Digital Watches for Telling Time

In: Homeschooling

By: David R. Wetzel

Capturing Essence Through Portraiture: Looking at a Character's Qualities Through the Lens of Vis Crit Lit

In: Visual Arts Education

By: Feature Writer Jo Murphy

TEFL: Things to Consider First: Five Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming an English Teacher

In: Teaching Abroad

By: Jon France

Strain-Free Sitting at Computers: A Chair Must Closely Fit the Sitter to Protect Spine and Muscles

In: Training/Professional Development

By: Thomas Kelly

Becoming a California Bail Bondsman: How to Meet the State's Licensing Requirements for Bail Agents

In: Training/Professional Development

By: Felicia A. Williams

UK Lectureship Interview Questions: Preparing for University Academic Panel with Sample Questions

In: Universities

By: Susan Morris

Important College Search Advice: Strategies to Help You Discover Your Dream School

In: Colleges

By: Suzanne Swartz

Creative History Lessons: Ideas for Teaching your Children about Famous People from History

In: Homeschooling

By: Jennifer Wagaman

High German vs. Austrian German: Learn Some German Language Nuances that Distinguish the Dialects

In: Learning German

By: Suzanne Swartz

Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants: Is Technology Creating Changes in Learning Styles?

In: Educational Issues

By: Greg Cruey

Congress Passes New GI Bill: The Post-9/11 Bill Improves Veterans' Education Benefits

In: Colleges

By: Peggy Crippen

Free Tuition For Veterans: Several States Offer Tuition Waivers for Qualified Military Vets

In: Colleges

By: Peggy Crippen

Student Accounts Provide Security: Safe Academic Computing Environment for Online Educational Activity

In: Online Classroom Security

By: Feature Writer Tamara S. Andrew Birch

Story Portrait Lesson: Show Understanding of an Episode or Scene Through Drawing and Essay

In: Middle School Lesson Plans

By: Feature Writer Kellie Hayden

TEFL in Buenos Aires: 5 Top Tips: How to Enjoy a Successful Teaching Experience in Argentina

In: Teaching Abroad

By: Jon France

Understanding Religious Liberty: Challenges to the First Amendment

In: K-12 Subject Guides

By: Theresa Willingham

Understanding the History of the First Amendment: The Origins of Religious Liberty in America

In: K-12 Subject Guides

By: Theresa Willingham

Understanding the First Amendment: First Things First

In: K-12 Subject Guides

By: Theresa Willingham

Office Chairs that Ease Back Pain: The Best Seating for Health and Comfort Can Be Adjusted to Fit

In: Training/Professional Development

By: Thomas Kelly

International Moving - Shipping Cargo Overseas: Container Shipping of Your Household Items When Moving Abroad

In: Work/Study Abroad

By: Christine Benlafquih

International Moving Checklist: Advice and Tips for Moving Overseas

In: Work/Study Abroad

By: Christine Benlafquih

Using Work Cards for Struggling Readers: Students Progress with Work Cards in a Mixed Ability Class

In: Lesson Plan Help

By: Feature Writer Dorit Sasson

Water Quality Testing Investigation: Using USGS Online Real Time Data Bases and Local Data Collection

In: Homeschooling

By: David R. Wetzel

The Pros and Cons of AP: What to Know About Advanced Placement Exams

In: College Preparation

By: Jonathan Waisnor

Feed the Elephant Daycare Activity: Physical Gross Motor Preschool Activity

In: Day Care Activities

By: Feature Writer Carla Snuggs

Researching Potential Employers: Tips to Help Applicants Gain Knowledge of an Organization

In: Job Search

By: Peggy Crippen

Futurology in the Classroom: Futures Studies for Gifted Students

In: Teaching Gifted Students

By: Feature Writer Douglas Parker

Undiagnosed Diseases Among U.S. Poor: Parasites Go Undetected By Doctors and are Passed On To Children

In: Student Health Issues

By: Feature Writer Barbara Pytel

Sorority and Fraternity Ritual Secrets: College Greeks Enjoy Initiation Symbolism, Badges, and Meaning

In: Campus Activities

By: Sallie Schaaf Borrink

Examples of Training Metrics: Benchmarks Used to Evaluate Professional Development Initiatives

In: Designing Training Tools

By: Feature Writer Joni Rose

Corporate Training Metrics: Developing a Model to Evaluate Professional Development Initiatives

In: Designing Training Tools

By: Feature Writer Joni Rose

Guide To Writing A Master's Thesis: Effective Ways To Manage You're Culminating Project

In: Graduate Schools

By: Jessica Gleason

Effective Telecommuting Resumes: How to Document Skills And Experience to Land a Work At Home Job

In: Writing Resumes

By: Peggy Crippen

Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter: An Investigation into the Property Changes of Materials

In: Homeschooling

By: David R. Wetzel

Writing A Federal Resume: Tips for a Strong Resume and Successful Federal Job Search

In: Writing Resumes

By: Peggy Crippen

How To Prepare MDF Board For Portraiture: Paint Acrylic onto MDFB To Seal It Before Using Oils and Glaze

In: Visual Arts Education

By: Feature Writer Jo Murphy

Elements of the Communication Process: The Journey of a Message and Ways to Reduce Interference

In: Soft Skills Development

By: Valerie Lizotte

Is The Creativity of Students Being Stifled? Limitations on The Study and Worth of Creative Writing Programs

In: Universities

By: Jessica Gleason

Guide To Creating a Writing Syllabus: The Art of Designing A Creative Writing Course Guide

In: College Degrees/Programs

By: Jessica Gleason

The Dance Expression of a Filipino Prison: Lines of Prisoners Dancing Becomes A Hit On YouTube.com

In: Dance Education

By: Feature Writer Jo Murphy

Idiom Lesson Plans for Elementary Students: Descriptive Language a Tool for Creative Writing

In: Classroom Activities

By: Debbie DeSpirt

Laptop Class Notes Versus Paper Notebooks: Should College Students Take Paper or Electronic Notes?

In: Study Skills

By: Feature Writer Naomi Rockler-Gladen

Organizing a Homeschool Graduation: Pre-Planning Your Graduate's Ceremony

In: Homeschool Graduation

By: Kelly Huckaby

Exploring the History of Glam Rock: Collaboratively Investigate Theatrical Music Bands of the Seventies

In: Theater Education

By: Feature Writer Jo Murphy

Great Second Careers for Those Over 50: Ten Best Jobs for Non-Retiring Retirees

In: Choosing Careers

By: Deborah S. Hildebrand

The Reciprocal Teaching Primary Reading Strategy: Increase Primary School Students Comprehension and Decoding Skills

In: Primary School Curriculum

By: Feature Writer Megan Sheakoski

Children Use Algebra Everyday to Solve Problems: Logical Reasoning and Problem Solving Skills are Used in Algebra

In: Homeschooling

By: David R. Wetzel

A Career Guide for Creative People: How to Turn Your Creative Impulses Into a Paying Job

In: Choosing Careers

By: Jereme Zimmerman

Social Stories for Autistic Students: Understanding and Using Modeling, an Excellent Teaching Tool

In: Special Needs Education

By: Greg Cruey

Clean Up Your Homeschooling Area: Five Quick Tips to Declutter, Sort, and Store School Materials

In: Homeschooling

By: Kelly Huckaby

Mexico City's National University: UNAM Study Abroad Program

In: International Colleges

By: Estela Kennen

The University of Florida: Review of the Gaineville, FL University

In: College Reviews

By: Estela Kennen

Questions On Planning For A New Career: Tips On Using Education To Get A Different Job

In: Career Coaching

By: Feature Writer Paym Bergson

Easy Preschool Fine Motor Activities: Improve Small Muscle Coordination in Preschoolers

In: Preschool

By: Peggy Crippen

Use Film in the English Classroom: League of Extraordinary Gentlemen as Intro to Classical Characters

In: Lesson Plans & Materials

By: Cheryl Carpinello

Testing Adult Students: Tips on Constructing a Test to Assess Learning

In: Designing Training Tools

By: Feature Writer Joni Rose

Using Influence at Work: How to Share Your Knowledge with Colleagues

In: Soft Skills Development

By: Feature Writer Joni Rose

Environmental Print in a Foreign Language Class: Target Language Signs and Posters as Reading

In: Language Study

By: Catherine Fortin

Environmental Print in Foreign Language Class: Target Language Signs, Posters, and Readings

In: Language Study

By: Catherine Fortin

Preschool Recycling Lesson Plan: Cognitive Development Activity for Daycare

In: Preschool

By: Feature Writer Carla Snuggs

Harry Potter in the Classroom: What the J.K. Rowling's Boy Wizard Teaches Readers about Education

In: Teacher Tips/Training

By: Travis Prinzi

Review: Children as Illustrators: A Guide to Encouraging and Interpreting Artworks by Young Children

In: Primary School

By: Feature Writer Susan Whelan

Teaching Survival Phrases in a Foreign Language: Presenting and Practicing Functional Everyday Target Language

In: Language Study

By: Catherine Fortin

Boys' Lack of Confidence in Reading: Using What Boys Read to Improve Their Reading Skills

In: Teacher Tips/Training

By: Cheryl Carpinello

Make Your College Tour Guide Think: Important Questions to Ask on Your Next Campus Visit

In: Colleges

By: Suzanne Swartz

Budgeting Homeschool Expenses: Affordable Curricula, Books and Lessons for Unschooling Families

In: Homeschool Curricula

By: Susan Hyde

Review of Teaching Literacy by Hugo Kerr: Cognitive Psychology, Dyslexia and More...

In: Educational Issues

By: Greg Cruey

Amplified Classrooms: Wireless Classroom Microphones Becoming Popular

In: Classroom Issues

By: Feature Writer Barbara Pytel

How To Draw and Paint Dolphins in Compositions: A Dolphin Is An Ideal Subject When Planning Sea Themed Art Displays

In: Visual Arts Education

By: Feature Writer Jo Murphy

The Target Language Word Wall: Teaching New Words and Phrases with Visuals

In: Language Study

By: Catherine Fortin