Biculturalism in the Classroom
Today’s schools are more diverse than ever before. While this can enrich our students’ educational experiences, it also brings challenges to teachers. Constructively acknowledging biculturalism
Today’s schools are more diverse than ever before. While this can enrich our students’ educational experiences, it also brings challenges to teachers. Constructively acknowledging biculturalism
While traumatic experiences are not out of the realm of possibility for most people, the impact of such experiences on children deserves special consideration. For
In the past, students with learning disabilities were often misunderstood, misdiagnosed and deemed incapable of achieving success in school. Little was known about dyslexia, attention
Teacher preparation is vital for effective literacy instruction in the classroom. The best teachers care for their students and have the knowledge base to pass
Whether caused by the stress associated with an election year or the COVID-19 pandemic, Google searches for “self-care” generally trended upward beginning in early 2020
A positive culture is an essential element of successful schools, and building principals are in the best position to model and nurture an environment of
An M.Ed. in Literacy opens up a variety of possible occupations for graduates. Through an online program like the one offered by Eastern Washington University,
Heather Ratterree had her sights set on a career in nursing until a volunteer tutoring position helped her see things in a different light. “I
In this time of uncertainty and multiple unknowns brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, cities, towns and rural communities are looking to educational leaders for
Given the widespread uncertainly and anxiety caused worldwide by the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important for educators to be prepared to respond to students’ natural curiosity
Miranda Grant was miles away from home when she had an awakening that would set the course of her career. She was interning with an
Just as technology is changing the way we drive, order food, talk to friends and family, and plan vacations, it is also shaping the way
Former Eastern Washington University quarterback Eric Rice has never lost an ounce of passion for his alma mater since he left campus more than a
Prioritize Communication Most teachers would agree that there is no such thing as too much communication. There are more ways than ever for teachers and
Although Adolph Muller is a third-grade teacher, he is enrolled in the Master of Education – Adult Education online program at Eastern Washington University. “I
School communities are governed by state and federal laws that impact many areas of education. Can you think of three areas of law a school
There are numerous benefits to earning a master’s degree in special education. Master’s level study can help you improve as a special education teacher, increase
Deanna Peterson was 8 years old when her identical twin brothers were born. When they were diagnosed with autism, she pitched in and helped them
Teachers in the state of Washington, as in other states, are required to earn continuing education clock hours in order to apply for certificate renewal,
In a classroom full of students, Melissa Cipponeri feels like a kid on Christmas Day. “The way I feel about teaching is like when kids
Education professionals have a bright future in Washington state, as confirmed by recent reports from Burning Glass Technologies, a job-market data provider. The most recent
School principals provide leadership and strategic direction for faculty, staff and students under their oversight. They are also responsible for cultivating leadership in others. Effective
Diversity Basics Diversity encompasses a number of identifiers including race, ethnicity, gender, degree of disability and socioeconomic background. Scholars and educators study diversity through different
An M.Ed. degree offers education professionals a variety of career paths. Here we’ll take a look at some of the fields and the roles available.
Jeanne with her sister, Terri Novello, at her bachelor’s degree graduation Jeanne Marll couldn’t have found a better inspiration for a teaching career than her
Leah and her daughter, Ava Destiny is taking flight for Leah McCollum-Michelsen. Times two. The Spokane native is enrolled in the Master of Education –
The Principal Certificate online program from Eastern Washington University can enhance your expertise in the role of principal by adding knowledge and know-how in a
A school may provide the place and resources for a basic education, but the school’s engagement with the community can greatly enhance and deepen learning
Today’s careers look nothing like they did 20 or even just 10 years ago. Like technology, the field of education evolves so fast that
In today’s increasingly digital world, children are surrounded by computers, tablets, smartphones, smartwatches and TVs, and screen time is unavoidable. Teachers and parents know they
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