Archive for the year 2011
Multi-million dollar grant aims to mobilize new batch of educational leadership professionals
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently committed $7.6 million toward efforts to attract and place talented educational leadership professionals throughout the U.S.
Tech company to hold science teacher workshops this summer
Science teachers who are pursuing their online Masters of Education degrees this summer may have some spare time to enroll in supplemental professional development training.
Texas Instruments to host technology workshops nationwide
Many teachers who are pursuing their Master of Education degrees will have a few months off this summer.
Library spending shapes student performance, study says
Aspiring educational leadership professionals may want to check out a school’s library before taking a new job.
Online content can prove valuable to educators
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that many U.S. states require that their public teachers earn a master’s degree.
Webinar to address new standards' impact on ESL teachers
Many individuals who receive an inclusion education degree hope to help students who are learning English as a second language (ESL).
Children's books in 20th century showed male bias, study says
Most teachers who earn a literacy degree have the power to choose reading selections for their classrooms.
U.S. Mint offers teachers free coin-related lesson plans
Many professionals who are pursuing a Masters of Education degree would agree that they did not enter the teaching industry for the money.
Some teachers send their students to the lab for career development lessons
Many educational leadership professionals find it difficult to engage their students in science subjects. Several schools in the U.S. are trying to combat this lack of interest by allowing kids to gain hands-on experience at local laboratories.
Web-based tools enhance the education experience
One of the benefits of earning a Masters in Education degree online is having the opportunity to become fluent in digital learning tools.
Online learning eliminates the need for textbooks
Teachers across the U.S. are experimenting with new instruction methods to enhance student engagement and improve test scores.
Charitable foundation invests in Common Core State Standards
The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) have been adopted by 42 states and the District of Columbia.
California high school pledges to stop dissecting animals
Many teachers across America use animal dissection projects in their classrooms in order to enhance their biology and anatomy lessons.
Popular TV show coming to Thinkfinity.org
Verizon Communications has teamed up with The Electric Company to provide educational and engaging material to classrooms throughout the U.S.
Microsoft gives props to tech-savvy teachers
It is hard to argue that technology will drive the future of education. New advances in recent years have transformed the learning environment for both teachers and students.
New educational software focuses on social and emotional skills
A child’s ability to learn does not always reflect his or her level of intelligence. In fact, past research has shown that a student’s social skills may be just as integral to the learning experience as one’s IQ.
Educational leadership professionals go green on Earth Day
Although Earth Day is recognized for just 24 hours per year, teachers can devote more than one day to eco-friendly lesson plans.
Online Masters of Education degrees spike in popularity
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that several U.S. states require all public school educators to earn their Masters in Education.
Study: Full-day kindergarten programs helps schools improve assessment scores
Kindergarten programs differ across the country. Some districts offer half-day classes while others boast full-day sessions.
North Carolina residents to honor teachers by protesting budget cuts
Schools throughout the country will honor educational leadership professionals on May 3, which is National Teacher Day.
Online training aims to help educators recognize signs of child maltreatment
Aside from providing an education, most teachers are responsible for looking out for the well-being of their students. In some cases, that may require reporting signs of suspected abuse that may be occurring at home.
Approach to effort differs among students, study finds
A new study reveals that an individual’s personal beliefs about intelligence may dictate their ability to understand their own abilities.
New Jersey governor proposes sweeping changes to teacher tenure
Teacher compensation is one of the most hotly debated topics in America, especially in the Garden State. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is leading the charge toward a new system that would revamp the qualifications for teacher tenure.
New Jersey governor proposes sweeping changes to teacher tenure
Teacher compensation is one of the most hotly debated topics in America, especially in the Garden State. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is leading the charge toward a new system that would revamp the qualifications for teacher tenure.
Digital tools gain momentum in special education classrooms
A learning software provider has released a new program that aims to help middle school special education teachers.
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Survey: Teens uneducated when it comes to rules of warfare
Most professionals who complete a Masters of Education Online program do not expect to teach their students about military warfare, unless they teach history courses.
Website allows teachers to peruse special education apps
Mobile applications have become increasingly more popular in American classrooms, especially among teachers who work with children with learning disorders.
Popular reading quizzes coming to mobile devices
Many professionals who are seeking a literacy degree may want to consider integrating new technological programs into their lesson plans.
Popular reading quizzes coming to mobile devices
Many professionals who are seeking a literacy degree may want to consider integrating new technological programs into their lesson plans.
New collaborative project looks to bolster math education
Many teachers who are pursuing an online Masters of Education degree are looking for new ways to engage their students in math lessons.
Special education takes center stage during Autism Awareness Month
Professionals who are pursuing their Special Education Masters degree may benefit from conducting research on various treatments for autism, which could include reading books or attending workshops.
Community support can help teachers develop eco-friendly lessons
Many teachers are passionate about protecting the environment. However, a lack of funding prevents may educators from integrating eco-friendly lessons into their curricula.
Merit-based teacher pay is not working, says professor
Most professionals who are working toward their Online Masters of Education degree have a strong opinion about teacher payment systems in America.
Borders encourages teachers to channel their inner author
Many teachers who have earned their literacy degrees have dreams of becoming a published author. A new promotion by book retailer Borders will allow teachers to accomplish that goal.
Survey: Teacher-to-parent communication should adapt to new technologies
Although many Masters of Education programs do not advise teachers how to effectively communicate with parents, most instructors view this task as an important part of their jobs.
New book combines STEM subjects and the arts
Many individuals who are pursuing literacy degrees are searching for news ways to integrate other classroom subjects into their reading and writing lessons.
Study: Poor behavior not always linked to low grades
Many teachers who are pursuing their Masters of Education degrees can expect to lead classrooms with diverse learning and behavioral patterns.
Nonprofit offers international teaching jobs in Asia
Some professionals who are closing in on their Masters in Education degrees are searching for nontraditional teaching opportunities.
Online institution offers marketing courses for educational leadership professionals
Some individuals who earn their Masters of Education Degrees online have dreams of opening their own childcare facility.
Study: Gender gaps persist in elementary schools
Scholars who are pursuing Masters of Education Online degrees should be prepared to help close gender gaps among students, according to two University of Illinois professors.
Rethink Autism's online teaching tool to be utilized in Nebraska
Many professionals who are pursuing special education degrees are learning about new technologies that can assist them in their lesson plans.
One-hour exercise may help students gain sense of belonging
Many individuals who are pursuing inclusion education degrees are searching for new ways to make their students feel more comfortable in a traditional classroom environment.
Preparation is key when pursuing special education degree
U.S. News and World Report recently published an informational guide designed for individuals who are seeking inclusion education degrees.
Study: Meditation can help students improve their scores
Many urban-based school teachers who are working toward their Masters of Education degrees are searching for new methods to help improve student performance.
Study: Elementary students believe math is for boys
Individuals who wish to pursue their Masters of Education degrees may be interested in learning about preconceptions that exist in many American classrooms.
Improving education for diverse classrooms is a top priority for teachers
Many individuals who pursue their Master of Education degrees online will work in diverse classrooms that include students of different racial, ethnic, language and economic backgrounds.
New digital app designed to help students improve their handwriting
Many teachers who are pursuing their Masters of Education degrees are hoping to acquire new instruction methods that can help improve their students’ handwriting skills.
Steven Klein
Dr. Steven Klein has served as the Director of Student Services for School District U46 located in Elgin, Illinois before retiring in 2009. Prior to his tenure at U46, Dr. Klein was the Illinois project director for the Law Related Education Project based at the Constitutional Rights Foundation Chicago.
Teacher conference to focus on nutrition-related lessons
As childhood obesity rates in America continue to climb, many educational leadership professionals are being asked to integrate nutrition-related lessons into their curricula.
Nonprofit offers summer fellowships to aspiring educational leaders
Individuals who are working toward Special Education Masters degrees or other teaching-related certifications have an opportunity to gain real-world experience this summer, thanks to a California-based nonprofit group.
Classroom observation technology now compatible with Android devices
Many individuals who are pursuing their Masters of Education degrees are aware that digital technologies have transformed the manner in which classroom data is recorded and teacher performance is evaluated.
College adds concentrations for special education teachers
Cambridge College in Massachusetts recently announced that it will offer new degree options to its Masters in Education students based in California.
Private grant aims to strengthen teacher training in urban setting
Professionals who earn their Masters Degree in Education may encounter a unique set of obstacles if they teach in urban school districts.
Maine legislators hear arguments for and against CCSS
Many teachers who are pursuing their inclusion education masters and literacy degrees are preparing to integrate the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) into their classrooms.
Software program gets high marks for improving middle school math scores
A nonprofit research company has released a study that may be of interest to educational leadership professionals who are pursuing their Masters degree in math instruction.
Nonprofit calls for clear guidelines of CCSS
Many professionals who are seeking Masters in Education degrees are curious about the future of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Those individuals are not alone.
Scholarships aim to help teachers pursue higher education
An organization that provides job listings for teachers recently announced that it will award a scholarship to a professional who is pursuing his or her Master’s in Education degree.
New report aims to inspire educators to teach English abroad
Some teachers who have earned their Masters Degree in Inclusion Education are interested in taking their talents overseas to help foreign-language speakers learn English.
Biotechnology company pledges to help science teachers pursue certification
Many educational leadership professionals hope to receive National Board for Professional Teacher Standards (NBPTS) certification, which is widely considered the most prestigious credentials in the field.
New program aims to help teachers develop solid writers
Some teachers who are pursuing Masters in Education degrees are interested in adopting new instruction methods that can help their students become better writers.
Anthropologist: Teachers should educate students about origins of skin color
Many biology teachers who are working toward their Masters of Education degrees are searching of new ways to integrate evolution into their lesson plans.
California-based campaign aims to promote the importance of school libraries
Many professionals who are pursuing literacy degrees are aware that a fully-stocked library is critical to a child’s education. However, schools throughout the U.S. have been forced to cut back on these programs due to budget deficits.
Toyota to send teachers, librarians to Costa Rica
Many educational leadership professionals who are pursuing their literacy degrees hope to visit foreign countries in an effort to broaden their horizons and incorporate multicultural lessons into their curricula.
Adding color is key for some educators
Many individuals who are seeking Special Education Degrees are searching for new ways to engage students. A recent initiative proves that a classroom makeover may do the trick.
New assessment tool aims to strengthen professional development programs
Like most people, scholars who are working toward Masters of Education degrees have a set of strengths and weaknesses. Ideally, aspiring teachers would enroll in training programs that can help them enhance their unique skills.
Online Masters of Education Degrees offer flexible schedules to teachers
Many Educational Leadership professionals are now required to obtain their masters degree in order to teach in certain U.S. states.
Teachers unite to protest Wisconsin governor's budget proposal
Most Educational Leadership professionals throughout the U.S. are keeping a close eye on the current budget dispute in Wisconsin.
Analysis: High school education format stuck in 19th century
Many individuals who are working toward their Masters in Education degrees online have aspirations to become high school teachers. A new study indicates that there is plenty of room for improvement in these institutions.
Nonprofit group expands scholarship program for aspiring STEM teachers
Professionals who are pursuing Online Masters of Education degrees are likely aware of a nationwide mission to recruit more science teachers.
Many teachers stifled by cleaning duties, lack of resources
Many teachers who have earned Literacy Degrees are aware that several non-academic factors can contribute to students’ abilities to learn in the classroom.
Online tutoring tool helps Massachusetts students improve math scores
Teachers who are enrolled in Online Masters of Education degree programs realize – perhaps more than most people – the value of web-based learning.
Verizon supports web portal that connects science educators worldwide
Teachers who are pursuing their Inclusion Education Degrees may be searching for new ways to communicate with their colleagues in order to share tips and discuss different methods of instruction.
Million-dollar grant to fund development of new teacher evaluation system
Many professionals who are pursuing Masters of Education degrees have debated which systems of teacher evaluation are the most fair and accurate. The conversation stems from a recent push by government leaders to pay teachers based on student performance.
Educator recommends that teachers become familiar with CCSS
Many individuals who are pursuing Special Education Masters degrees are preparing for implementation of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), which are a set of guidelines that have been adopted by 41 of the 50 states.
Teachers discover that robots can serve as engaging learning tools
Some scholars who are enrolled in Online Masters of Education programs are brainstorming new methods to engage students in science, technology, engineering and technology (STEM) subjects.
Software aims to help teachers crack down on cheating
Many teachers who are working toward their masters in education degrees online are well aware of the impact that digital technologies have had on the learning experience.
Uprising in Egypt can serve as valuable educational tool
Professionals who are pursuing their Masters of Education degrees may be searching for effective methods to integrate current events into their curriculum.
Teaching personal safety in class can be profitable
Teachers who are pursuing inclusion education degrees know that their responsibilities include educating their students and keeping them safe during academic hours.
Report shows record number of students performing well in AP courses
Some teachers who are pursuing their masters in education degrees have considered careers as advanced placement (AP) instructors.
Energy-efficient classrooms designed to help environment, enhance learning
Many scholars who are working toward their inclusion education degrees are preparing to enter a U.S. education system that emphasizes the importance of energy-efficient facilities and eco-friendly lesson plans.
New education technologies to take center stage in Texas
Teachers who are pursuing their master’s of education degree online may be interested in learning about the latest innovations that are being utilized in schools.
Teachers weigh in on education reform proposals
Many aspiring teachers who are pursuing an inclusion education degree are entering a workforce that is in the midst of significant changes.
Educational leadership professionals call on former First Lady to promote reading
Many individuals who are pursuing a literacy degree are seeking new ways to promote reading in their classrooms.
Cyber safety for students has become nationwide concern
Some teachers who are pursuing a master’s in education degrees online are well-versed in using the Internet.
New documentaries aim to show setbacks of teacher unions
Scholars who are pursuing their master’s in education degree online may have noticed that the teaching profession has received a considerable amount of attention from the media and filmmakers recently.
Florida teachers may have to grade parents as well as students
Many teachers who pursue an online master’s of education degree are expected to be able to effectively monitor student performance. However, public educators in Florida may soon be expected to grade parents as well.
Florida teachers may have to grade parents as well as students
Many teachers who pursue an online master’s of education degree are expected to be able to effectively monitor student performance. However, public educators in Florida may soon be expected to grade parents as well.
National debate rages over teaching evolution, creationism in classrooms
Aspiring science teachers who are pursuing a master’s of education degree may encounter a situation that requires them to decide whether or not to include evolution in their lesson plans.
Charter schools growing in popularity
Many scholars who are seeking educational leadership positions may consider pursuing employment at charter schools, which are funded by taxpayers but no do adhere to the same statutes that are enforced at traditional public schools.
New products aim to help math teachers streamline assessment process
Many teachers who are pursuing an online master’s of education degree with a math concentration have been exposed to a new wave of digital tools that are intended to assist instructors.
Obama addresses education reform in State of the Union speech
Educational leadership was one of the major topics in President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address on Tuesday night.
NTSA leader calls student achievement in science 'unacceptable'
Many teachers who are pursuing a master’s of education degree are hoping to address the nation’s shortage of proficient science and math students.
Handwriting becomes more obsolete in American classrooms
Many individuals who are pursuing a master’s of education degree online are well-aware of the impact that computers are having on the learning experience.
Online assessment tools aim to help students meet state standards
Many individuals who are working toward an inclusion education degree are searching for innovative ways to create a balanced learning environment for their students.
Mobile apps aim to give students a personalized learning experience
Professionals who are pursuing an inclusion education degree may be interested in some of the new technological advances that are designed to make learning more fun for disadvantaged students.
Justin Bieber to lead national read-along event
Teaching professionals who are pursuing a literacy degree may consider spreading a little Bieber Fever in their classrooms.
Martha Corkery
Martha Corkery, Ed.D. is a retired school administrator and teacher, now applying leadership skills and knowledge in an administrative role in a church. Martha earned my BA with a double major in English and Theatre-Communications with a minor in Secondary education. She spent her first sixteen years in the profession as a public school teacher.
Publication promotes tolerance amidst diverse student population
Many individuals who assume educational leadership roles strive to promote diversity and equal rights in their schools.
Teacher tenure is a hot topic among educators, taxpayers
Many professionals who are pursuing educational leadership jobs are keeping an eye on reform proposals from state and local government officials.
