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Activities on Semester at Sea: Things to Do on the Ship While on the Ocean

In: Work/Study Abroad

By: Katie Ouderkirk

French Expressions With Colours: Learn French Idioms Which Include Different Colours

In: Learning French

By: Nadine Visagie

Surviving on a College Student's Budget: Great Money Saving Tips for College Students

In: Campus Life

By: Shaday Stewart

Designing a Chocolate Bar Wrapper: Developing the Communication and English of Children

In: English as a Second Language

By: Heather Tucker

Effective Public Speaking Tips: Strategies and Techniques for Giving Speeches in Public

In: Training/Professional Development

By: Feature Writer Karen Plumley

Descriptive Writing Fun for Students: This Entertaining Lesson Polishes Observation Skills

In: Curricula/Lesson Plans

By: Jayne Mays

Pell Grants – Federal Pell Grant Program: Pell Grant Eligibility & How to Apply for Pell Grant Funding

In: College Financial Aid

By: David Harris-Gershon

Preschool Letter B Art Activity: Early Childhood Alphabet Theme

In: Day Care Activities

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

Topics for Persuasive Speeches: Persuasive Speech Topics for Elementary Students

In: Middle School Curriculum

By: Irene Taylor

Decision Making Strategy for Teens: How to Make Good and Thoughtful Choices

In: Youth Development

By: Feature Writer Susan Carney

UGMA vs UTMA Account: Pros and Cons of a Custodial Account College Savings Program

In: College Financial Aid

By: Jennifer Ciotta

Uniform Transfer to Minors Act: A Custodial Account College Savings Program

In: College Financial Aid

By: Jennifer Ciotta

Conducting a Poetry Wrokshop in a K-3 Classroom: Using Rhyme, Rhythm, and Response to Teach a Love of Language

In: Primary School Curriculum

By: Barbara Abromitis

Five Tips for Giving a Great Speech: How to Confidently and Successfully Speak in Public

In: Study Skills

By: Krista Tannahill

Choosing a Homeschool Math Curriculum: Math is One of the Hardest Subjects to Homeschool

In: Homeschool Curricula

By: John Wu

A Teacher's Guide to School Violence: Responsibility and Liability for Violent Student Behavior

In: Student Discipline

By: Victor A. Gallis

How to Write a History Essay: Strategies for Constructing a Well Formed Paper

In: Study Skills

By: David Tubbs

Integrating Science and Art in Elementary School: Enhance Student Learning in Science with Free Lessons from the Zoo

In: Classroom Activities

By: Joanna Szeto

How to Fund and Start a Childcare Business: Grants Could Determine the Success of Your Venture

In: Day Care

By: Carolina Pichardo

Time Management Tips for Busy Teachers: Advice and Suggestions on How to Maximize Lesson Planning

In: New Teacher Support

By: Dorit Sasson

Online Degrees: When Online Colleges Work Best

In: Universities

By: Elizabeth Linehan

Five Things Not to Take to College: Items Students Should Not Keep In Dorm Rooms

In: Student Housing

By: Ashley Anderson

Christmas Themed Color Collage: Preschool Holiday Art Activity

In: Day Care Activities

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

5 Minute Classroom Games: Ideas for Educational Filler Activities

In: Teacher Tips/Training

By: Linda Wongkee

Choosing a Diesel Mechanic School: Diesel Vocational Schools for a Career as a Diesel Technician

In: Vocational Education

By: John Wu

Best Home School Furniture Solutions: Getting Organized Wit Modular Furnishings, Classroom Desks, Shelving

In: Homeschooling

By: Feature Writer Fleur Hupston

My Chinese Name: How to Translate an English Name Into Chinese

In: Learning Chinese

By: Mark Brenndorfer

Holiday Gifts for the Boss: Select the Right Present for a Supervisor

In: Career Advice

By: Cynthia Myers

How to Become an Esthetician: The Steps Necessary to Have a Career in Esthetics

In: Choosing Careers

By: Sydnye Isabella Helu

Top 5 Career Guides: Five Great Books to Help Find the Perfect Job

In: Choosing Careers

By: Emily Jones

Review of What Next? by Barbara Moses: A Look at the New Revised and Updated Version of this Career Classic

In: Choosing Careers

By: Emily Jones

Grants for Nursing – Money for Nursing School: Finding Grants, Scholarships, and More Nursing Education Funds

In: College Financial Aid

By: Melanie Zoltan

New York Association for Pupil Transportation: NYAPT Helps Millions of Kids Get To School & Home Safely Each Day

In: Educational Issues

By: Barbara Shema

How to Use Social Networking to Find Jobs: Expanding Job Search to Social Media Key to a New Career

In: Job Search

By: Daniel Gansle

Job Interviews – How to Prepare: Preparing for Job Interview Questions & Overcoming Interview Nerves

In: Job Interview Skills

By: Gayle Bentham

Christmas Gift Ideas for Home Schooling Moms: Fun and Useful Holiday Presents for a Home School Mom

In: Homeschooling

By: Feature Writer Vicki F. Chavis

How to Find Federal Government Jobs: Understanding Application Process Key to Federal Employment

In: Job Search

By: Daniel Gansle

Environmentally Friendly Preschool Art Centers: Early Childhood Classroom Green Ideas

In: Day Care

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

The Campus Career Services Office: Job Search Resources From the First Year to Beyond Graduation

In: Career Advice

By: Amy Martin

How to Handle Coworker Jealousy: Balancing the Good and Bad That Competition Can Bring to the Job

In: Career Coaching

By: Deborah S. Hildebrand

Christmas Tree Lighting Holiday Activities: Use Holiday Lighting Ceremony for Social Studies Lesson Plan

In: Primary School Lesson Plans

By: Irene Taylor

Best Classroom Holiday Gift Exchange Games: Christmas Fun With Present Swap Activities for School Children

In: Classroom Activities

By: Feature Writer Tamiko Nicholson

Online Safety Curricula Provided by i-SAFE, Inc. Lessons on Internet Safety for Children Available by Subscription

In: Curricula/Lesson Plans

By: Mistie Shaw

End-of-Course Evaluations: Creating Realistic Tools That Provide Objective Feedback

In: Educational Issues

By: Feature Writer Michael Streich

Teaching Literary Concepts Using Popular Films: A Literature Class Lesson Plan

In: Curricula/Lesson Plans

By: Amy Martin

ESL Strategies for Content Area Reading: Making Science and Social Studies Texts Comprehensible for ELLs

In: Language Study

By: Feature Writer Margaret M. Williams

Eligibility Guidelines Vary from State to State: Rules for Sports Vary Greatly Even from School to School

In: Educational Issues

By: Feature Writer Barbara Pytel

Creative Writing as Bell Work: Starting Language Arts Classes With Writing

In: Middle/High School

By: Doris Keeler

Semester at Sea Field Programs: Choosing Trips on the Educational Voyage

In: Work/Study Abroad

By: Katie Ouderkirk

Rewards and Motivation: Effective Classroom Management Doesn't Need Rewards

In: Classroom Management Tips

By: Harvey Craft

Figurative Language as Bell Work: Bell Ringer Activities for Secondary English Classes

In: Middle/High School

By: Doris Keeler

Fun Games to Play at College Football Tailgates: Bags, Bocce Ball, and Other Ideas for Outdoor Tailgating Activities

In: Campus Activities

By: Anna Kendall

Aerospace Materials for Teens: Free Science Education Programs for Middle and High School Students

In: Curricula/Lesson Plans

By: Jamie Hobbs

Masks for Drama and Developing Speaking Skills: Using Masks for Lesson Plans to Encourage Speaking & Performance

In: Classroom Activities

By: Lucille Lever

Tips and Tricks for a Successful Job Interview: Increase the Chances of Being Selected for an Employment Position

In: Job Interview Skills

By: Candice Gillingwater

Resume vs. CV: When to Write a Resume Versus When to Write a CV

In: Writing Resumes

By: Allison Westbrook

Effective Oral Presentations in ESL Lessons: Developing Oral Presentation Skills to Give Informative Speeches

In: English as a Second Language

By: Lucille Lever

Early Childhood Mathematics and Development: Building Preschool Math Skills

In: Preschool

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

Uniform Gift to Minors Act: A Custodial Account College Savings Program

In: College Financial Aid

By: Jennifer Ciotta

How to Write an Impressive Resume for a Job Hunt: Job Seekers Can Use a Professional Resume to Land a Job Interview

In: Writing Resumes

By: Candice Gillingwater

Online Court and Trial Games: Fun Enrichment for Mock Trials and Amendment Units

In: Gifted Education

By: Feature Writer Alex Sharp

Homeschool Science Curriculum for Christians: Teaching Creationism in a Christian Homeschool Curriculum

In: Homeschool Curricula

By: John Wu

Typing Special French Letters Fast: How to Use Shortcuts to Type French Accents

In: Learning French

By: Feature Writer Simone Preuss

International Living & Travel With Pets: Tips for Expats Airline Travel Abroad With Their Dogs or Cats

In: Overseas Business Jobs

By: Charles Anderson

Fantastic Mr. Fox Learning Activities: Games and Educational Ideas to Supplement the Book and Movie

In: Primary School

By: Gabi Larson

What is an Occupational Therapy Degree? OT Degree Leads to Popular Therapist Jobs, Lifelong Careers

In: Universities

By: Feature Writer Shelley Aylesworth-Spink

Six Strategies for College Success: Tips for the New and Unconventional College Student

In: Continuing Education

By: Joseph Wilner

Use Reenactors to Make History Come Alive: Bring a New Dimension to History With Historical Reenactors

In: Teacher Tips/Training

By: Joe Nowak

Aerospace Materials for Kids: Flight Education and Planetary Science Education for Young Children

In: Curricula/Lesson Plans

By: Jamie Hobbs

December Bulletin Board Ideas: Preschool Holiday and Winter Themed Classroom Displays

In: Day Care

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

The Pomodoro Technique for Time Management: A Simple System for Managing Time and Staying Focused

In: Soft Skills Development

By: Rebecca Livermore

Where to Find Reasonably Priced Housing Abroad: The Best Sources of Information on a Place to Live Overseas

In: Work/Study Abroad

By: Feature Writer Suzanne Swartz

How to Teach Conversational English: Teaching Foreign Students to Converse in English is not Easy

In: English as a Second Language

By: Eve Lopez

How to Find State and Local Government Jobs: Knowing Where to Look Key to Local and State Government Employment

In: Job Search

By: Daniel Gansle

Benefits of Volunteering for Non-Profits: Changing Careers When a Resume Indicates no Previous Experience

In: Changing Careers

By: Cynthia Collins

Preschool Transportation Theme Activity: Car Shaped Collage Art Project

In: Day Care Activities

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

Youtube in the History Class or Lecture Hall: Educational Value in Projecting Short Segments to Enhance a Unit

In: Curricula/Lesson Plans

By: Feature Writer Michael Streich

Textile Heritage Center in Cooleemee, NC: Children’s Programs Teach Importance of Local History

In: Primary School Culture

By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Daycare Standards Feeding Children in Care: Nutritional Requirements Healthy Meals, Healthy Snacks in Childcare

In: Day Care

By: Jennifer Harshman

Understanding the Career Pathways Program: Guidance Tool to Help Kids Connect Interest and Abilities to Jobs

In: Curriculum Issues

By: Feature Writer Tammy Andrew

Keep a Career Headed in the Right Direction: Make Sure to Learn Something New Every Day

In: Career Coaching

By: Deborah S. Hildebrand

Christmas Symbols and Their Meanings: Best Holiday Lesson for the Classroom

In: Primary School

By: Tania Cowling

Capitol Forum Lessons for Social Studies Classes: U.S. Teachers Approach Controversial Current Issues in High Schools

In: High School Curriculum

By: Barbara Shema

The Planet Jupiter is the Year Star in China: The Chinese Earthly Branches and Eight Characters

In: Learning Chinese

By: Hsiao Ying Chang

Spelling Lesson Plan Ideas: Improve Skills With Fun Spelling Activities

In: Lesson Plans & Materials

By: Dianna Griffis

What is an Aerospace Education Membership? Accessing Aerospace Materials and Science Curriculum for Kids

In: K-12 Subject Guides

By: Jamie Hobbs

The Chinese Heavenly Stems Promise Copious Crops: From Farming Guidance to Fortune Telling in China

In: Learning Chinese

By: Hsiao Ying Chang

The Communicative Method of Teaching English: The Main Points for Teachers of English as a Foreign Language

In: English as a Second Language

By: Eve Lopez

Earn a Degree in Less Time: Take the CLEP for College Credit

In: Colleges

By: Kayla Cupp

Games to Teach Grammar to Junior High Students: A Kinesthetic Approach to Teaching Language Arts and English

In: Lesson Plans & Materials

By: Neshali Weera

Teaching Cyber Safety in School: Students Need to Begin Thinking Computer Safety Early

In: Student Web Skills

By: Joe Nowak

Santa Claus Mural Activity for Preschoolers: Christmas Holiday Art Lesson Plan

In: Day Care Activities

By: Feature Writer Erica Loop

Websites for Improving French Language Skills: Use the Internet to Develop French Listening and Speaking Ability

In: Learning French

By: Sheila Gaquin

New Teachers and Learning Mentors: Senior Staff are an Invaluable Resource for Newly Qualified Teachers

In: Teacher Mentorship

By: Steven Pink

Fun Coloring Pages: Preschool Worksheets and More

In: Day Care Activities

By: Emily Rogers

A Beginner's Guide to Homeschooling: How to Get Started

In: Homeschooling

By: Selena Robinson

Teaching and Student Responsibility: How Teachers can Encourage Responsibility and Character

In: Educational Issues

By: Harvey Craft

Filing the FAFSA: Tips for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

In: College Financial Aid

By: Ashley Anderson

Special Education Teacher Loan Forgiveness: Perkins Student Loans Cancellation

In: College Financial Aid

By: Jennifer Ciotta

Social Studies Cultural Unit Lesson Plan: Teach Students About Different Cultures Through Food

In: Lesson Plans & Materials

By: Feature Writer Karen Plumley