Editors here at TCR fix errors in our books, whether they were included by the author or accidentally created as the book went through the typesetting process. We’re all human and we all make mistakes, but with the help of proofreaders, we hope that we can find and fix all the errors before the books … Continue reading Typos
One of the most important lessons I have ever learned is knowing when to “throw in the towel” on a lesson plan. I’m sure you’ve experienced it before. You could be saying something mid-sentence and realize, “My students look bored. They’re not getting this. This just isn’t working.” At this point, we have two options. … Continue reading When to Throw in the Towel
Walking into a classroom at the beginning of a new year can make a teacher frazzled. “What should I teach?” “What kind of students will I have?” “Where am I going to get my supplies on such a small budget?” “How am I going to get this classroom in shape in just a week?” With … Continue reading A Classroom Journey from Frazzled to Dazzled!
Through the years I have stayed in touch with my teaching colleagues. At a recent get together, I spent some time reminiscing with an old friend. We are both of a certain age and so technology and communication in the classroom as we knew it has changed dramatically. As my pal said, “It’s older teachers … Continue reading Old Teachers, New Technology