Peter Greene raises the question of how teachers can uphold honesty and evidence in a society where the president embodies the opposite values. He expresses concern about the rise of a post-truth society under the new administration. He emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between truths based on reality and evidence, and views that are rooted … Read more
Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated in the United States. It is a time for people to come together and give thanks for the blessings in their lives. One popular way to learn more about Thanksgiving is by visiting websites that provide information and resources on the holiday. One of the best sites to teach and … Read more
How often have you heard someone say: “I’m just not a math person?” People are reluctant to say they are illiterate but proud to share their low math identity. We tend to think of math as a subject that’s accessible only to certain types of people. But that’s a false assumption, and it’s holding back … Read more
I have tried about nine new things this school year, and they have all been successful. While I have made mistakes in the past, this year seems to be going smoothly. I will share new ideas for next year in a future post. Providing a bowl of fruit for students each day has been a … Read more
I’ve got an excellent guest post coming up in my Education Week column tomorrow, along with many resources from 2020 that are still highly relevant. Check out Ideas & Resources About What & How To Teach The Day After The Election – Please Share Your Own Advice & Plans.
Veterans Day is a significant holiday in the United States that is observed on November 11th each year. It is a day dedicated to honoring and showing appreciation for the brave men and women who have served in the military and defended their country. On this day, various events and ceremonies are held across the … Read more
“The United Nations has designated November 5th as World Tsunami Awareness Day. This day serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the risks and impacts of tsunamis. Tsunamis are a series of ocean waves caused by a sudden and powerful disturbance, such as an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption. These waves can travel at … Read more
Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, will begin on November 1st this year. It is a significant festival celebrated by Hindus all around the world. Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. During this festive season, people decorate their homes with colorful lights, lamps, and rangoli designs. They also participate … Read more
The excellent Diesol Podcast, which is on THE BEST PODCASTS FOR ESL/ELL/ELT TEACHERS list, is organizing a special show to celebrate their 100th show. They’re inviting some teachers to share their one favorite teaching tips. I’ve decided to share four related ones, and they may or may not find room to include all of them. … Read more
Mike Palmer speaks with Rekha Magon, co-founder and head of education at Boundless Life, who joins from Bali to discuss her innovative approach to global education. We explore how Rekha’s background in mindfulness and her experience homeschooling her children led her to create a network of micro-schools across beautiful locations including Portugal, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, … Read more