Back in the old days, toddlers didn’t have such a huge variety of toys, nor did they have television. They would play for hours on end and when it was time to sleep, they would go into a deep sleep. Some might debate that they did things better in the old days, but one thing [...]
We keep hearing about how wonderful it will be when students can learn 24/7, thanks to the advent or at least the dissemination of virtual learning environments, learning platforms, or whatever other name you wish to give them.But what does this really mean, and what pressures does it place on teachers?What does 24/7 learning mean?The [...]
Basic facts are key to a student’s success in math. Basic facts are simple mathematic equations like eight times seven or forty two divided by six, similar to knowing common words in language or reading notes in music. They are essential skills used for every concept in math. Only about one third of students achieve [...]
