The Principal’s Role in Fostering Culturally Responsive Schools
As the leader of a school, the principal sets the tone for cultural responsiveness, cultural awareness and inclusivity. They should also provide resources for teachers
June 13, 2023
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How Can a Teacher Leader Become a More Effective Mentor?
Those who teach for a living remember the first time they stepped into a classroom to teach. However, as daunting as the experience may have
February 27, 2023
The Importance of Intersectional Thinking in the Inclusive Classroom
Although the concept is not new, culturally responsive teaching has gained a great deal of traction during the last decade-plus. School leaders and teachers are
January 26, 2023
Understand Testing and Assessment in TESOL Programs
Teaching English to people who speak other languages comes with a unique set of nuances and challenges. Assessment strategies can be complex. Reading, writing, listening
December 29, 2022
Learn the Management Practices of a School Principal With an MSEd in Educational Leadership
It’s hard to overstate the importance of principals, as they are the leaders of their schools. After all, they influence every facet of a school’s
November 30, 2022
What it Takes to Be an ESL Teacher in Public Schools
English is the world’s most spoken language across borders, and it also ranks as the most common language in the U.S. — although not technically
October 12, 2022
Why K-12 Learning Experiences Matter to Learning Outcomes
Planned learning outcomes for curricula mean nothing if the learning experiences for students are suboptimal. A Master of Science in Education (MSEd.) in Teacher Leadership
July 20, 2022
New Technology in the ESL Classroom
The repercussions virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have had on language learning are difficult to overstate. At a time when Google’s Pixel Buds
May 18, 2021
Maine Teachers Lead Through Collaboration and Best Practices
Established in 2014, Teach to Lead is a partnership of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), Teach Plus, and the U.S. Department of
April 26, 2021
The Benefits of Using Person-First Language in the Classroom
The ways in which educators refer to and discuss their students has a profound impact not only on children’s view of themselves, but also on
March 29, 2021
Kim Bennett Builds Successful Administration Career on Master’s Degree Foundation
Kim Bennett did not want to take on an administrative role without preparing to navigate the choppy waters that sometimes come with the territory. “I
March 25, 2021
Using Assistive Technology in Special Education
Assistive technology is by no means a new concept for special education professionals. But recent advancements in assistive technologies can significantly improve the efficacy of
August 17, 2020
TESOL’s 6 Principles for Teaching English Learners
In 1964, the Association of Teachers of English as a Second Language, now known as TESOL International Association was “created out of professional concern over
August 17, 2020
Earn an Online Master’s in TESOL in 10 Months
Educators who are qualified to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) are in high demand at all levels of education, from preschool into adulthood.
August 17, 2020
4 Career Options for Master’s in TESOL Graduates
Because English literacy is a necessity for many children and adults all over the world, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) can be
August 17, 2020
A Look at Organizational Behavior in the School Environment
The study of organizational behavior is often focused on business and industry. However, the theories of organizational behavior apply to educational environments as well. One
April 27, 2020
What Will I Learn in an MS in Special Education Program?
According to the Council for Exceptional Children, “Special education is an integral part of the total educational enterprise, not a separate order. In any school
November 1, 2019
3 M.S. Education Degrees Under 15K
The University of Southern Maine offers three online graduate education degrees — each tailored to your specific career goals. USM’s accelerated online format and affordable
October 15, 2019
Why Online for a Master’s in Education?
For working teachers, going back to school can seem both exciting and daunting. Earning a master’s in education can help teachers be more effective in
October 15, 2019
Job Outlook for Teachers in Maine
These are interesting times to be a teacher in Maine. Education is the foundation of preparing the next generation of citizens for success in adulthood,
October 15, 2019
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