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Standardized testing has fueled a national debate in the last few decades. Some argue that standardized tests narrow the curriculum and encourage teacher-centered instruction. Many parents also don’t feel comfortable with the fact that their children are being judged on the basis of tests that puts too much emphasis on test scores, and too little on personal background, innovation, and critical thinking. In this post, we will answer the question, “Why does the United States u

In order to become lifelong learners who understand scientific, historical, and social issues, students must be able to read the works of others, evaluate its worth, and share the results of their research and experience through writing. In this article, we will discuss 7 ways to integrate social studies and science into your reading block.   1. Self-selected Reading Self-selected reading enables a student to choose a particular text to read. This can be effective for opening

As teachers, we’re always searching for ways to encourage students to love reading. We cannot emphasize enough the benefits one can get...

The objectives of math instruction are to help students understand the material, apply the skills, and recall the concepts in the future....

Response to Intervention (RTI) is an approach that provides early and systematic support to students with learning and behavioral needs....