Addition, subtraction, and multiplication... most Math teachers have a standardized approach to teach the basics. That standardized...

Sometimes listening to and telling the story are equally important. #Storytelling is very interactive. In fact, the National Storytelling Network explains that “storytelling can directly and tightly connect the teller and audience.” They go on to say: The storytelling listener's role is to actively create the vivid, multi-sensory images, actions, characters, and events—the reality—of the story in his or her mind , based on the performance by the teller and on the listener’s

We all have stories to tell. They can bring people together and connect us through the way we feel and respond to them. Storytelling happens in many situations ranging from kitchen-table conversation to religious rituals, from stories in the workplace to marketing campaigns. When we tell stories we want our target audience to lean in and listen. How can you structure your stories to ensure they effectively communicate the main points? Make sure you use plain English so the au

Throughout my career I have taken on several roles including teacher, trainer, and tutor. I have enjoyed all three roles and started wondering why I love, and am so fascinated with, my role as a tutor. Thinking back on my tutoring experience over the last couple of years I realized the role is multidimensional, and the goals and objectives are very different for each student. As a tutor, I am not making assumptions about what the student needs to learn. I do not have a standa

English education and tutoring for speakers of other languages (e.g., ELL, ESL, ESOL, EFL) have become popular. There are a variety of options available in the form of classes and tutoring that are offered in-person and online. Basic : Introduction to English that often includes vowels, consonants, vocabulary, and sentence structure. Intermediate : Focuses on holding conversations with other English speakers, including listening and speaking skills. Advanced : Focuses on comm

"My child needs a writing tutor. He (or she) doesn’t like to write and needs support and encouragement.” We often hear this from parents of kids who have participated in structured, or drill based tutoring programs. One of the first things I learned in my undergraduate child development courses is that it is important to provide children freedom within limits. Instead of insisting that children fit into standardized approaches to learning, why not customize the learning acti

As you make plans for summer vacation and travel think about fun ways to preserve the memories . Consider going beyond just taking pictures. Be creative! You can get the kids involved and make this a family project . Have your children apply what they have learned in school to create a fun memory for the whole family! Creative writing, photography, and digital production are all valuable skills for this activity. What you need: As a family, decide on your desired final pr

Whether it is virtual or in-person, tutoring is not just for kids. Virtual tutoring (as opposed to in-person tutoring) has the advantages...

The Nation's Report Card is again reporting a decline in math and reading scores for our children. Parents have been concerned that their...

​"Every man's memory is his private literature" according to Aldous Huxley, an English writer who was nominated for the Nobel Prize in...