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Shouldn’t you consider the tuition cost of Traditional Education vs. Online Education like Genesis University 100% online education? The cost of tuition can be one of the most decisive factors, if not the only, for a potential student considering higher education.  School loan in America is more than $1.3 trillion student debt.  Prospect students are… Continue reading Reconsidering traditional college!

Have you ever been in a dialog with others and suddenly realized you had checked out?  You may ask why is it so difficult to really engage in a productive learning environment?  How can we remain engaged when we are learning?  How can we become better learners?  Being able to connect with the online learning… Continue reading Learn to learn

High School student faces four subjects at the same time. This means that the student has CHOICE. The student can CHOOSE to be working on what he wants to. The teacher can sit with the student and demonstrate expertise in at least two of the subjects. “Hey, you are an English teacher, but you know… Continue reading Benefits of online learning

Most educational institutions do not have a history of the mathematics course.  Not that a course of history in mathematics is necessary for all students.  One of the big issues with the way mathematics is taught is that the context is virtually left out.  Instead, students are taught in a logical progression with definitions, statements… Continue reading Should we teach history of math

Effective leaders need to make time to read. The mind must be re-invigorated with new ideas and perspectives. Do not give in to the temptation of “pleasure” just read. Send surveys to parents, faculty, and education stakeholders! Ask intensive questions to discover areas of power and weakness. Plan. Someone said well that “if you fail… Continue reading Leaders make time to read

Characteristics of a principal (skills to develop) The key characteristic of an alternative school is offering something different from the traditional school, so innovation must be a key part of the mindset of the principal. George Couros offers the following characteristics  and qualities for an educational leader: Empathetic – To create new and better ways of… Continue reading Characteristics of a principal

Many schools focus on recruiting a diverse student body. But, once the students arrive on campus, not every institution spends a significant amount of time on retention. Neglecting retention strategies means that fewer students ultimately graduate from college and that shortcoming disproportionately affects minority students. If colleges and universities want to see higher graduation rates… Continue reading Increasing Graduation for Minority

Saying words in your head can sometimes be helpful.  For example, when you are reading material that has technical terminology or vocabulary that you are not familiar. In situations like this, saying words in your head, or even out loud, can be a useful way to improve and expand your vocabulary.  Here’s another way sub-vocalization… Continue reading Speed Reading Techniques

12 Creative Storage Ideas for Your Classroom 1. The Container Store has tons of storage options that can work great in classrooms. Check out the “Dorm,” “Toy Storage” and “Kitchen” categories for great solutions that can be transferred easily to the classroom. The really great part? Teachers get 15% off. Check out their affordable stack… Continue reading 12 Classroom Storage Ideas

The story of Job is in the Bible because of a question, “Would I love God if all went wrong in my life? ” Rick Warren All experience life-hurting experiences, even those in the ministry. These wounds can be physical, spiritual, emotional or relational; May be in your life now or will appear soon. So,… Continue reading Worshiping God when you are hurt