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May 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment

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One of the ways that you can keep learning and keep school material fresh in your mind is to access your school’s computer lab from home so that you can continue to make use of software and learning tools that are accessible to you at school at home as well. It would benefit you to find out through your school if there are ways in which you can access computer software and resources from the school at home. This is especially beneficial when it comes to working on school projects, because schools often have access to additional resources beyond what you can acquire on your own.

Contact your school and find out what you can do to bring the school’s computer resources home. The school may be able to help you access your school’s computer lab from home. If you are willing to find out what types of resources the school makes available to its students, then the result is that you may be able to bring additional resources home that you can use to your advantage during the learning process. When you have access to more resources during the learning process, then that is when you can truly excel in school.

Many schools offer resources for students that want to bring computer resources home, but you simply have to be willing to find out what resources are available to you. Take advantage of any and all resources that your school makes available to you.

 

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Rebuilding the Education Habitat

December 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment

When talking about an educational habitat, it can be important to really take a good long look at that term. When dealing with a habitat we aren’t talking simply about what someone calls their home or their living area. We are talking about a section of the world where people, in this case the students, teachers, school administrators and on down the line feel most comfortable.

Comfort in an educational habitat means learning and learning in a way that includes everyone involved in the educational process to feel as though they have helped in some small way. One way this education habitat can feel like a safe zone for struggling students is for the teachers to take an active role in the success or failure of the child. While some might say that is already being done, there have been studies which show that now more than ever teachers feel as though they are doing too much, not too little when it comes to educating children. The fact that education standards continue to fall shows that there may a disconnect here of epic proportions. Teachers need to realize that when a child is struggling in a subject it does not necessarily mean that the student has no interest in learning. It can mean that in a world that is telling most kids they should already know everything they need; this particular student is out of place.

Staying after school and offering up some of a teacher’s free time can mean the difference between reaching these students and showing them that I don’t know is acceptable to say as long as the following statement is but I want to. Teachers who offer up their free time are more likely to have students come to them looking for help and guidance than those who stop teaching when the day’s final bell rings.

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The Fight To Improve Flaws in the American Educational System

November 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Many students in the American school system find themselves pulled in multiple directions because of differing opinions on behalf of the school board and administrators. Ultimately, this stifles the learning process and shifts the focus away from education.

There has been much debate over the role of religion in the classroom. Opinions have flared, even to the point of where the decision of whether or not to recite the Pledge of Allegiance has become a hot-button issue. Even though religion has played a role in the development of much of Western history, many textbook creators are hesitant to include any information of a religious nature within their curriculum content. This has become especially prevalent when teachers are called upon to teach topics such as evolution, or how the world came to be formed. Many have chosen to take the middle ground, in which multiple points of view are considered, and most parents are satisfied with the approach.

Still other critics of the education system in America note that major changes in the grading system need to occur. They assert that far too much importance is placed on bolstering a student’s self-esteem, even going as far as to award a higher grade than the student might deserve, just to ensure that the student feels good about themselves and their efforts. However, the fact is that grading will always be a largely subjective method of measuring achievement, especially within the realm of projects and essays.

Although there are some weaknesses in the American education system, there is much evidence to suggest that people are passionate about making a change for the better in the areas mentioned above, among others. It is important to remember that although education reform will be a long and effort-filled process, often the most lasting changes start with just a small but dedicated effort.

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The History of Education

November 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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The history of education highlights the significant changes that have taken place in the educational process. The early years of human existence presented a very different type of learning. Knowledge was passed down from one generation to the next regarding traditions and religion. This knowledge was conveyed in the form of stories, folklore, legends and song. Skills were taught from one generation to the next. When a career was chosen for a child and there were no family experience related to the career an apprenticeship was established. An apprenticeship would involve separation from family and volunteering ones work in exchange for the knowledge received.

During the early years of civilization the experience of a more formal education was limited to the wealthy and those in positions of authority. As learning processes evolved the churches became educational centers for seekers of knowledge. With the passage of time the pursuit of education became available to a wider range of individuals. Limitations to education included the need of families for their children to work. This need overshadowed the desire for an education.

The history of education eventually resulted in increased educational opportunities for a wider population. Many of the early colleges were established by religious organizations for the purpose of educating ministers. The 1700s brought forth many of these institutions. During the 1800s an elementary education became compulsory in advanced countries. These schools were generally one room school houses where all age groups were taught together. Education in the 1900s experienced tremendous changes. The issues of segregation and limitations placed on the female population were addressed and education was provided to all walks of life at no cost. From the late 1900s to present time changes to the system now address requirements for disabled students. The changes that have occured in education during the last 100 years is extensive and has created a positive system to work with in the future.

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