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More about Students who Refuse to Work

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Previously I began a discussion about students who refuse to do work and how teachers in essence cannot make them. The article listed some typical actions that teachers take to try to get a student to do work. Some teachers try punishment for the students and others do not allow students to play until the work is completed. The best thing that teachers and parents can do to get children to complete their work is to give them motivation. While this sounds easy, the hard part is discovering what exactly it is that motivates the child. Not all children are … Continue reading →

When a Student Refuses to Work…

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Teachers can have great influence over students. In many cases students wish to please their teacher, especially younger students. Some students fear their teacher and the outcomes that will happen if they misbehave. Other students fear the punishment from their parents if they get into trouble or make bad grades at school. However there are a few students that are not affected by their parents or by their teacher. They have a mindset that things will be their way and nothing seems to have much effect on changing their minds. I have come across a few of these students in … Continue reading →

Special Needs Podcast Roundup – Week of May 14, 2012

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Each and every week, you can count on the Special Needs Podcast Roundup to bring you brand new episodes of podcasts that discuss topics that are relevant to parents of children who have special needs. Those topics could range from autism, to special education, to coping with chronic illness, and more! Mayo Clinic has an episode that was released on May 8, 2012. This episode is called “Kids and Hearing Aids”. Mayo Clinic Dr. Cynthia Hogan discusses hearing aids for children. Coffee Klatch has an episode that was released on May 14, 2012. This episode is called “Bright Not Broken … Continue reading →

A Shout Out to All the Great Teachers

Photo by radina grancharova I want to give a shout out to all the good teachers that make up our public school system. So often we only hear about or talk about the “bad” seeds. This is especially true in the city where I live, Milwaukee. The school district has a bad reputation. But this past week I have been very impressed with my 17-year-old son’s English teacher who has decided that teaching is about more than just earning a paycheck, it is about inspiring her students. While my son is incredibly smart and never studies for tests, yet gets … Continue reading →

Waiting for the Light to Change – Annette Haws

In the new novel “Waiting for the Light to Change,” Sarah has had a difficult life. Her husband, Bob, left her and her three children when her youngest was just one. She’s had to work hard at providing for her family, being both mother and father, and battling the resentment that built up against Bob and his new wife, Claire—a battle she lost. She hates the fact that Bob is a successful doctor, has money to burn, and has the respect of everyone around him while she’s sitting on raggedy furniture, barely able to meet the bills. She works at … Continue reading →

Education Week in Review: June 28- July 4

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Wow the educational topics and news just keep coming! Thanks to all of you who gave opinions and comments this week! Check out below if you missed some articles. Saturday, June 28 Creating Your Own Worksheets In some cases it is very difficult to find worksheets that meet your needs in the classroom. Today’s technology gives much lead way to create your own materials. This article gives some ideas on how to create your own worksheets. Using Test Generators Test generators can be great tools for creating personalized tests. This article discusses the Examgen test generator for math. Sunday, June … Continue reading →

Education Week in Review: June 21- June 27

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The summer is well underway and some of us are even beginning to think about next school year. It will be here before you know it! If you missed out on any educational articles check out below for a recap. Saturday, June 21 Valid Reasons to Homeschool – A Public Educator’s Opinion In this article I addressed some reasons that I feel are appropriate and valid reasons for parents to homeschool their children. Sunday, June 22 Invalid Reasons to Homeschool – A Public Educator’s Opinion This article takes a look in to some reasons that I feel are not so … Continue reading →

Strictly Ballroom (1992)

“Strictly Ballroom” is an Australian-made spoof of the ballroom dance arena, and it’s a lot of fun. Scott Hastings (Paul Mercurio) is the son of a champion ballroom dancer, and she has raised him with the same ambitions. He wants to win the championship, but along the way, he started experimenting with steps of his own that weren’t strictly ballroom, and he demonstrated them at a lower-level meet, throwing the judges into a tizzy, nearly giving his mother a nervous breakdown, and causing everyone to wonder about the future of the sport. Liz, his partner (Gia Carides) refuses to dance … Continue reading →

ADHD? Or is Your Child Actually Gifted?

Gifted and creative children often have difficulty in the public school system. Their behaviors can mimic ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and they can sometimes be labeled as problem children, daydreamers, or even slow learners. Instead of getting the special educational opportunities that they need and deserve, they are incorrectly classified and improperly held back from achieving their full potential. When gifted children have their talents properly channeled and find an appropriate setting for education, they can make contributions to society which can transform the world. A New Perspective Just think…perhaps your child is not just hyperactive, restless, and reactionary, but … Continue reading →