Guest Author:ECWeathers, my mom, is a retired professional educator with over 40 years experience as a teacher and administrator in public and private schools. She has Bachelors of Arts in English, Religion and Sociology from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and a Masters of Education from Texas Christian University. She has also done post-graduate work … Continue reading Sucessful People with Disablities
Reading Ability Linked to Performance on Standardized Test
Note: I am consolidating all of my writing to this blog. This was originally posted on the Homeschool Network. A recent study by the National Endowment for the Arts found a link between declining test scores and a decline in reading. Simply put readers did better on standardized tests than non-readers. My first thought was … Continue reading Reading Ability Linked to Performance on Standardized Test
What Keep’s You Up At Night?
This is a rather fitting topic for this week. I've had problems with allergies/sinus this week. One of the negatives of living in a state where things stay green most of the year and everything is in bloom this time of year is that allergies during pollen season are going to be a big problem. … Continue reading What Keep’s You Up At Night?
Using Excel in the Classroom
I taught computer in Christian school for about 8 years. I was responsible for teaching all grades. During that time I the standards being taught were changed greatly. The biggest change was on the Elementary level. Around 2000 our accrediting agency wanted elementary computer classes to focus on learning computer skills. This meant no games … Continue reading Using Excel in the Classroom
Thoughts on Metacognition
This weekend the Big Guy was rather engrossed in his school work. It seemed like every time I attempted to say anything to him he just didn't hear me. Or for that matter even respond. On Sunday, the Big Guy told me he knew what happened. His explanation was that he thinks in words so … Continue reading Thoughts on Metacognition
Choosing Courses for High School
There are core classes that are required for all high school students. Many schools offer more than one level of diploma. It is a good idea to take classes on the advanced or college prep classes. Taking AP or dual credit classes in high school and middle school has several advantages. From a practical standpoint … Continue reading Choosing Courses for High School
Teachers That Made a Difference
This is a follow-up to yesterday's post. Today I want to write about some of the exceptional teachers I have encountered either as a student or educator. My third grade teacher, Mrs. J was one of those teachers who made learning fun. She had the ability to keep students on a wide range of levels … Continue reading Teachers That Made a Difference
The Dee Zone 