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Building Confidence. Encouraging Trust in Students' Own Voices
In this article, Megan, a tutor at teacher-assistant, delves into the significance of positive feedback. Discovering a passion In my...


Comparison between Student-Centered and Teacher-Centered Learning
Understanding teacher- and student-centered approaches in education can help educators incorporate various methods into their teaching...


Five Methods to Strengthen Student-Centered Learning Efforts with Teacher Assistants
What does student-centered learning entail? Student-centered learning takes various forms, often empowering learners to make decisions...


A Conversation with Nevada Superintendent Dr. Susan Enfield: Delving into Five Important Queries
This year, Dr. Susan Enfield stepped into a new role in public school administration, leveraging her extensive experience as she...


Improving Career and Technical Education (CTE): Three Methods to Fine-Tune Student Career Paths
Career and Technical Education (CTE) has a rich history spanning over 140 years in the realm of college and career readiness. Initially...


Defining College and Career Readiness: Advice for Educators
Educators play a dual role, not just guiding students through academic content but also preparing them for the world beyond high school....


Helping Overwhelmed Students: Three Effective Methods
In the K-12 journey, students gain more than core subjects; they learn vital life skills, including stress management. Discover how...


Moving from "I'm not sure" to "Wow, I understand!"
How does one build lifelong confidence? Amanda, a teacher-assistant™ tutor, shares an insightful approach to nurturing self-assurance in...


What does 21st-Century Learning mean in our schools?
More than two decades into this promising era, educational leaders continue to explore and redefine the possibilities for 21st-century...


I found certain subjects, particularly math, quite challenging in my early academic years.
My struggle with the subject began in middle school and persisted through high school. Understanding the math lessons in class was a...


Tools for Customizing Education: Beyond Just Voice and Text
Each learner has their unique learning style. While some students excel with specific techniques, others seek extra support to grasp new...


Boosting Students' Long-Term Success with Self-Guided Math Practice
The significance of developing math skills and problem-solving abilities cannot be overstated. Despite common student frustration and the...


The Complete Manual for Game-Based Learning in K-12 Settings
Educational settings nowadays blend various innovative techniques with traditional teaching methods to captivate students and infuse fun...


Creating Diverse Options with Universal Design for Learning Principles
Each teacher brings a unique approach to education, but their shared goal remains constant: fostering the growth and development of every...


Game-Based Learning Activities Tailored to Each Grade
Imagine giving a kindergartener a trigonometry textbook and testing them on it just half an hour later—it sounds pretty funny, right? But...


The Learning Benefits of Video Games: Advice for Teachers
Why are kids so into video games? For starters, they're designed to be fun. According to a report by the Entertainment Software...


Seven Ways to Include Game-Based Activities with Other Teaching Approaches
What if every aspect of the classroom became a game? It might seem like a stretch, but the integration of game elements into traditional...


Expanding Beyond Assignments: Maximizing Teacher Assistants for Improved Student-Focused Learning
When people envision tutoring, they often associate it solely with homework assistance. However, at teacher-assistant, our tutoring...


Teacher Appreciation Week 2023. Hear What Students Have to Say
Teaching is undoubtedly a challenging endeavor, and today's educators confront a myriad of difficulties. Yet, with unwavering dedication,...


Guiding Reading: An Extensive Instructional Manual for K-12
Reading literacy encompasses an individual’s capacity to comprehend and interpret alphanumeric text. It entails more than just decoding...
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