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Parent Volunteers
2009-03-30
With school budgets decreasing as a result of the economy, consider using parent volunteers as a resource. Many parents like to be actively involved in the education of their children, and often have very special skills and abilities. With the loss of jobs, increasing numbers of parents are looking for volunteer activities in their communities. Take advantage of this opportunity.
Here are just some of the ways in which parent volunteers can help:
- grading papers and tests
- sharing information about their hobbies and interests
- supervising on field trips
- planning special events such as a play or a party
- checking homework
Journals
2009-03-25
Having students write journals related to school is a great way to encourage reflection and creativity and enhance learning. ...
Disruptive Students
2009-03-18
Disruptive students are a major problem in any classroom. They interfere with your teaching and other students' learning. ...
Motivating Students
2009-03-11
It is easy to recognize an unmotivated student. This is the student who seems to put more effort into avoiding work than do...
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