James Barron 
By now, everyone has surely heard of the street slang term “wokeism.” Originally adopted by the African-American culture, “wokeism,” better known as “woke” is a term utilised in reference to racial discrimination and prejudice. African Americans believe they have been discriminated against since their enslaved ancestors arrived in the United States in 1619. Ethnic groups, … Read more
While using a calculator can make a person’s life easier, it is always best to learn how to do things manually. Maths is a tricky subject that stumps many people. In many cases, maths can be simplified by memorising certain outcomes. Learning the outcomes of basic equations makes it easier to figure out the outcomes … Read more
At some point, students and professors are going to stumble across the term, learning goals. Initially, they may believe that learning goals and learning targets are identical. In reality, there are key differences between the two. Typically, the learning goal is the standard and each teaching unit is carefully selected to help reach said goal. … Read more
Benjamin Bloom revolutionised education when he helped develop the Taxonomy of Educational Objectives. At the time, Bloom was working with Edward Furst, Walter Hill, Max Englehart, and David Krathwohl to create a framework for organising educational objectives. Today it is often called Bloom’s Taxonomy. The framework is primarily used by teachers and professors to aid … Read more
Assessment is a vital part of education. The process can be applied to a broad range of situations, including student performance. In order for educators to help their students, they need to know their strengths and weaknesses in every subject. Educators have long since discovered the value of assessment in the learning process. Students can … Read more
Artificial intelligence has evolved significantly in the last few years. Today, it is possible to use AI to automate processes, compose articles, and even create unique works of art. While the technology isn’t perfect yet, students can benefit greatly from using AI for homework. It can empower students who are studying a new language, preparing … Read more
Although the SMART Goals framework was originally used in corporate leadership, it is now commonly used in education. The template can help professors identify specific goals. Typically, students use the SMART framework to pinpoint academic and personal goals. Before moving forward, it is wise to learn more about the framework. Once the student has gained … Read more
Seeing a strange object in the sky can make someone question the meaning of what they are seeing. Most people understand that a black cat crossing their path in the UK could lead to good luck, strangely enough, it means the opposite in the US. What about encountering a single black crow? What does it … Read more
A teacher’s job is a never-ending adventure. Teachers should continue working hard to improve themselves to give their students more opportunities to learn and develop. It is pertinent to focus on key professional development topics that will further develop one’s teaching skills. The primary topics fit into several categories, such as digital instruction, leadership, and … Read more
Teacher attitude can have a positive or negative impact on students in all grade levels. Students as young as preschoolers tend to mimic their teachers’ behaviour. Being a positive role model by exhibiting a positive attitude will go a long way in building strong teacher-student relationships. Educators need never forget that their students are watching … Read more