I want to be a teacher! Should I go for my M.A.T. or just take a certification program? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal on Dec 23, 2009 - 8 answers

Help me learn more about teaching in Ontario, please. I'm looking for information about continuing education/professional development for teachers in Ontario. [more inside]
posted by terilou on Dec 22, 2009 - 4 answers

I will need to change careers, but I have a bit of time to plan this out. What should my next computer- or education-related job be? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 23, 2009 - 4 answers

In search of short passages of especially strong or weak nonfiction prose! [more inside]
posted by cymru_j on Oct 17, 2009 - 8 answers

Since I don't necessarily care if I get fired at the end of the year, what can I do to make this a memorable and completely awesome school year for my second graders? [more inside]
posted by HotPatatta on Sep 28, 2009 - 59 answers

teacherfites: I've been a pretty decent middle school special educator for a few years now, working with all kinds of disabilities but most of my kids have behavioral issues. Not to be overconfident, but want to mention I've been nominated as Teacher of the Year in my state, but more importantly, I've become the go-to confidante for almost all of my students. So far, so good. [more inside]
posted by dzaz on Sep 24, 2009 - 21 answers

How do I become an amazing, inspiring, organized, respected, and effective teacher? What did your favorite teacher do that set him/her apart? Your tips, anecdotes, and resources (particularly online) are appreciated. [more inside]
posted by acidic on Sep 13, 2009 - 22 answers

I'm trying to organize a series of classes based on a collaborative learning environment, but I need some information about how a non-hierarchical classroom could actually work. [more inside]
posted by soma lkzx on Sep 3, 2009 - 4 answers

Examples of movies about people collaborating on creative projects? [more inside]
posted by oulipian on Aug 18, 2009 - 30 answers

What are the trends around the world underlying the most successful (I guess I am talking financially mostly) high schools around the world these days? What are the marketing buzzwords driving the race for students? My old high school is in trouble and I'd like to help if I can. [more inside]
posted by zaebiz on Aug 17, 2009 - 7 answers

Moving to Colorado in December. Want to be close to skiing and looking for a job in education. Best location and opportunity? [more inside]
posted by no bueno on Aug 10, 2009 - 8 answers

I'd like any software or website that helps visualize rhythms. [more inside]
posted by argybarg on Jul 29, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm looking for striking, rich new fields of world music to explore with kids. [more inside]
posted by argybarg on Jun 21, 2009 - 9 answers

(Toronto) Next steps for a French teacher who is on the Eligible-to-Hire list of the TDSB...any insider info re. likelihood of jobs? How to break into York Region? Other options I should be pursuing while I wait for news? Please help me! I'll do whatever it takes to get a great job for the coming school year. [more inside]
posted by JoannaC on Jun 5, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm thinking about going back to school for an education degree, and wondering if it would be tough finding a job as an early 30's newly degreed teacher. [more inside]
posted by imabanana on Apr 30, 2009 - 17 answers

If you have been a teacher for some time, what tips or advice would you give your younger self about the reality of teaching? i.e. things that are only discovered after being in a classroom for a few months/years. ESL-related things preferred but not essential.
posted by Memo on Apr 25, 2009 - 32 answers

Teaching high school with a postgraduate degree? [more inside]
posted by theefixedstars on Feb 28, 2009 - 12 answers

What should I include in a presentation about new internet technology and digital media in the classroom to a group of high school teachers? [more inside]
posted by davey_darling on Feb 22, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for popular modern songs with great historical content like Fort Minor's "Kenji" [more inside]
posted by NHlove on Feb 4, 2009 - 26 answers

I will shortly be introducing a friend of mine to Second Life. She's an academic, and will be most interested in locations in SL that are related to the teaching of art (especially drawing and cartooning) and the teaching of writing. I would be most grateful for any suggestions anyone might have of locations we could visit.
posted by zainsubani on Dec 10, 2008 - 1 answer

What exercises or experiences do you remember most from art class when you were a kid? Did you ever have an "aha!" moment, and, if so, what caused it? [more inside]
posted by nímwunnan on Nov 23, 2008 - 11 answers

Where is the best place to buy produced screenplays? 12-point courier, 8.5x11", brass-brad screenplays. Not buy to make, but buy to read and study? [more inside]
posted by wonderyak on Oct 29, 2008 - 7 answers

Can anyone suggest inspirational readings for 8th graders? [more inside]
posted by kaozity on Oct 6, 2008 - 15 answers

What else should I be teaching my students to help them become Photoshop masters? [more inside]
posted by davey_darling on Sep 10, 2008 - 16 answers

I need a good overview in recent Secondary Educational theory. Whatever is currently in fashion in Academia. Any books to recommend? Any journals that are especially helpful? I'm new to this field and not sure where to start. [more inside]
posted by pywacket on Aug 29, 2008 - 2 answers

How many students are allowed to be crammed into a California public-elementary classroom? [more inside]
posted by metacort on Aug 27, 2008 - 10 answers

Help me brainstorm anecdotes from the history of science that kids will enjoy. [more inside]
posted by argybarg on Aug 15, 2008 - 31 answers

Where can I find examples of profile-writing that say as much about the profiler as the profilee? [more inside]
posted by themadjuggler on Jul 8, 2008 - 10 answers

I need some project ideas for me to work on with a nine year old Spanish boy. [more inside]
posted by letsgomendel on May 31, 2008 - 1 answer

I'm writing a monstrous paper on the "cross-curricular" teaching method for middle school and high school. I have searched ERIC, JSTOR, and psycINFO with all kinds of keyword combos, and I'm still not coming up with decent theoretical or empirical articles. I really need the help of the Collective BrainFilter. I'll explain further inside... [more inside]
posted by tzikeh on Apr 19, 2008 - 10 answers

My formal educational background/profession is in a different area, but I would be interested in teaching a seminar on spirituality, comparative religion, and philosophy at a university. I've studied these areas informally. Anyway, I want it to be mostly a participatory, discussion-oriented class, not one where I pass down my knowledge from on high. How hard would this be to do and how should I go about doing it -- esp. at a well-known university like, say, NYU? I don't need much if any compensation.
posted by Malad on Mar 24, 2008 - 17 answers

I am a graphic designer. I love graphic design. I hate hate hate clients. What can I do without wasting my entire education? (Much, much more inside.) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 13, 2008 - 23 answers

Creating a citizenship class for ESOL students: any web resources, books, or other forms of support out there? [more inside]
posted by imposster on Jan 17, 2008 - 1 answer

Help me design and teach an amazing online college course. [more inside]
posted by papakwanz on Oct 7, 2007 - 13 answers

On what basis is it that introductory courses stress avoiding a centered composition? [more inside]
posted by unmake on Sep 26, 2007 - 14 answers

I've been trying to land a job as a history teacher in the Seattle area for a couple of years. What am I doing wrong? Given my background, do I have any alternatives? [more inside]
posted by scaryblackdeath on Sep 19, 2007 - 8 answers

What are my prospects as an American (and American-trained) history teacher for moving up to Canada? [more inside]
posted by scaryblackdeath on Sep 6, 2007 - 9 answers

Other than Yahoo Groups, can you recommend something like it--a virtual classroom--that I can use to conduct an e-class with assignments etc. Thank you!
posted by quiverandquill on Jun 28, 2007 - 8 answers

Favorite exercises/ materials for Freshman Composition classes? Help me engage young minds in order to brainwash educate them! [more inside]
posted by exlotuseater on May 20, 2007 - 5 answers

My lab is running low on U-tubes...what can I use in place of a U-tube/porous cup for a salt bridge in a voltaic cell? [more inside]
posted by The Coach LD on Apr 22, 2007 - 11 answers

How does someone that knows nothing about basketball teach it to 11-year-olds? [more inside]
posted by medium format on Mar 14, 2007 - 13 answers

Point me toward some interesting statistics, graphics, videos, or other materials about the causes and extent of social inequality in the world or in the US. [more inside]
posted by mariokrat on Feb 24, 2007 - 15 answers

I was a high school dropout and didn't go to college, and now I'm trying to catch up, working towards a degree in a science/health field. This semester I'm taking Chemistry (an introductory level class) and Anatomy and Physiology. I'm doing OK in my classes, but certain concepts are coming pretty slowly. [more inside]
posted by serazin on Feb 9, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm looking for Askme threads -- or other blog/conferencing threads -- that I can show my fifth graders as examples of what's good about this (conferencing) medium. [more inside]
posted by carterk on Feb 5, 2007 - 19 answers

I have several films assigned for a Business Ethics class that I teach including Thank You for Smoking, Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room, and Wall Street. They make for good discussion and a change of pace from lots of tough reading. This semester for the first time I have a student who does not watch rated-R movies. I want to accomodate the student. So I'm looking for movies with themes equivalent or similar to these three movies that are rated below R, and preferably PG or G. Any ideas?
posted by ontic on Jan 22, 2007 - 48 answers

I found out today that starting tomorrow, I'm teaching a kids' book club once a week. I've never done this before. Help! [more inside]
posted by BuddhaInABucket on Nov 7, 2006 - 7 answers

I am an ESL teacher, and I have several types of classes; however, I have one problem, my handwriting looks as if I were a five year old scribbling with a crayon. So I am curious if anyone might have any suggestions on getting better at handwriting and printing for someone who doesn't have time to go to a course. Also, a second related question, are there any ideas for making conversation corrections? When my students are speaking, I write down various things that they are saying, and make various corrections, or simply offer alternatives, or local dialect. What are some of the most effective and useful ways to do this? If there are any people who have spent any time learning other languages, what ahs helped you most? Thank you all in advance.
posted by Knigel on Oct 24, 2006 - 12 answers

Teacherfilter: Our school has shiny new interactive whiteboards - fantastic, but we need to figure out what to do with them. I'm looking for (educational) games, applications and any bright ideas. Think of it as a big touch-screen PC and help us make learning more fun. [more inside]
posted by grahamwell on Oct 2, 2006 - 8 answers

It's a myth that the primary purpose of higher education institutions is to teach. I read this in an essay online around the beginning of 2005 and would like to find it again. [more inside]
posted by Pigpen on Sep 4, 2006 - 11 answers

A question about differentiation/grouping for teachers, administrators and parents in current education programs. [more inside]
posted by repoman on Aug 23, 2006 - 5 answers