It’s a given, that in school there are tests to take. An overwhelming majority of test-takers feel varying levels of building anxiety within the 36-48 hours preceding the exam. To help alleviate some of that nervous energy, educators provide their students with study skills, test prep packets, and time; in order to better prepare them. […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I stink at tests; taking them that is, not giving them. I am pretty great at giving tests. But really, what teacher isn’t? ☺ Which is why I always get so nervous when I have to take an exam. I am a licensed teacher in two states; and to become so I have taken a […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
SQ3R is a five-step reading strategy. The name comes from the five steps of the strategy: Survey, Question, Read, Recite and Review. This reading strategy was originally intended to help young elementary-aged students with learning how to read. As an elementary ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher, I have used it for Beginner, Early […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Having a hard time getting a good night’s rest? Take the time to jot down your thoughts first. By saying I love my sleep is probably an understatement. I, like my dogs, race to get to bed at night. I firmly believe that sleep in all its glory, is underrated. Which is why, if I […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
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