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From my 40+ years of college teaching experience, I've been frequently asked about the key quality an effective teacher must possess - beyond subject knowledge and technology integration. While those are crucial, the humanity aspect of education stands out. In my view, a good teacher is one who treats students with respect, understands their roadblocks, offers support, and challenges them respectfully. Being a good human being first defines effective pedagogy. It's about empathy, connection, and nurturing growth in students. So, when pondering what makes a great teacher in statistics and mathematics, remember the essence of humanity in education. It's not just about what you teach, but how you make students feel valued and supported on their learning journey. #Education #Teaching #HumanityInEducation

"Empowering young minds, one lesson at a time! As a dedicated teacher with 3 years of experience, I'm passionate about creating engaging and inclusive learning environments that foster academic excellence and personal growth. My teaching philosophy: every student has the potential to succeed, and it's my job to help them unlock it! Let's connect and share ideas on how to shape the future of education! #TeacherLife #EducationMatters #LearningIsFun #TeachingWithPassion"

Delving into #RetrievalPractice research offers teachers a range of strategies to enhance learning across all educational stages and subjects … Over 40 references!

It’s fascinating—and a bit concerning—that the metrics often used to gauge a professor’s success (think grants and published papers) don’t necessarily reflect their ability to actually teach and engage with students. Shouldn’t the true measure of a faculty member’s competence also include how effectively they can foster a learning environment that inspires and educates? I believe it’s time we broaden our perspective on what academic excellence really means. Should we start putting more emphasis on teaching prowess and less on publication frequency? This shift could lead to more meaningful educational experiences for students.

Reading is Rocket Science! 🚀 At Helping Education, we believe literacy is not just a skill—it's a justice issue. Check out this insightful article from our President & CEO, William Gibson, on how the science of reading is transforming education. By teaching evidence-based literacy skills, we're closing equity gaps and empowering 50,000 students over the next 5 years to achieve their full potential. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_4nWcJ3

📚 **Reading is Rocket Science! 🚀** Did you know that a student’s ability to read by the end of 3rd grade is one of the most powerful predictors of future academic success? At Helping Education, we believe that literacy is more than just an academic skill—it’s a justice issue. Students who read proficiently by 3rd grade are more likely to graduate, pursue higher education, and achieve economic mobility. But teaching reading isn’t just about handing out books—it’s grounded in the science of reading. This evidence-based approach helps educators build strong foundations in phonics, fluency, and comprehension, ensuring that every child has the skills to become a confident reader. 📖 Through targeted literacy interventions, we’re working to close equity gaps and create opportunities for every student to thrive. Together, we can unlock the potential of all learners! 🔓✨ To learn more about our goal to support 50,000 Students in 5 Years across the state of North Carolina, visit the following link: https://lnkd.in/e_4nWcJ3 #LiteracyMatters #EducationEquity #HelpingEducation #ScienceOfReading #ReadingFluency #SocialImpact #50000StudentsIn5Years

At Helping Education, we know that literacy is more than just a skill—it’s a matter of justice. I’m excited to share this article from our President & CEO, William Gibson, on how the science of reading is making a real difference in education. Through evidence-based literacy instruction, we’re working to close equity gaps and support 50,000 students over the next 5 years. Learn more about this important work: https://lnkd.in/e_4nWcJ3 #HelpingEducation #50000StudentsIn5Years

Can a standardized test accurately measure a student's critical thinking? With all the media attention on standardized academic testing these days, educators, parents, and students are rightly concerned. Since we've been working on this for many years, we thought it might be helpful to clarify a few things. First, what is standardized testing of critical thinking? Second, how do we evaluate that? And third, how is standardized testing of critical thinking best used to promote a student's academic success? Check out https://lnkd.in/gRkmCazq #education

This course is designed to build your knowledge and skills at making science learning more meaningful for elementary students. It highlights the following important topics: - The art and craft of science - Becoming a teacher - The science curriculum and science in the curriculum - Learning in science - Planning and managing learning in science - Inclusive science education - Practical work in science education - Language in science learning and teaching - Using ICT in science education. #teaching #science #elementaryteacher #elementaryschool #elementary #scienceteacher #scienceteaching #course #centre_ems #preserviceteacher #inserviceteachers #inserviceteachereducation

The recent spotlight on evidence-based reading instruction has lead to a considerable misunderstanding of what science of reading is and is not. Dr. Sharon Vaughn, PhD, Endowed Chair in Education at University of Texas at Austin clarified and corrected many misconceptions during a recent presentation, specifically: • effective reading instruction is based on SoR but is not just one specific curriculum • learning to read does not occur just through exposure - learners need explicit systematic instruction and many opportunities to read and to practice with support • it is a misconception that learners just need more time to learn to read • most students do best with an organized approach to reading and differentiating instruction for a range of learners is necessary • phonics isn't the only component of reading instruction and many teachers are not prepared to teach this component • referring to pictures to decode words is problematic but pictures can be used to promote engagement and comprehension • authentic texts expose students to increased vocabulary, syntax and background knowledge and there is no evidence that using decodable text is superior to authentic text. • students should have practice reading a variety of text types across a variety of levels and leveled texts can provide that. • the 3-cueing system is not an evidence-based practice. All students need to be able to read words • reading outcomes are better when phonemic awareness is taught with letters https://lnkd.in/gDCpbNbY #ScienceOfReading #SoR #ReadingInstruction #K12Education #LiteracyInstruction