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The End-of-Year Problems: Conquer Common Classroom Challenges with Creative Solutions

End-of-Year Teacher Hacks! Beat Testing Fatigue, Boost Engagement, & Conquer the Scramble. This post is packed with practical solutions.

Are You Making These Mistakes while Teaching?

In this blog, we explore some common yet subtle mistakes that teachers should all work to avoid.

Key Questions for Critical Thinking Skills

This blog post brings an overview of how to successfully teach critical thinking skills to students.

How to Gain Confidence as a New Teacher

If you're feeling nervous about your first year teaching, we've got some advice on how to build your confidence.

5 Effective Methods to Maintain Discipline in the Classroom

There are many effective methods for disciplining students in the classroom. Here are five that have been shown to be particularly effective

The Secret to Dealing with Unruly Students in Your Classroom

One of the biggest challenges for teachers dealing with a very unruly student in the classroom is maintaining control of the class.