Keep It Super Simple - Work Smarter, Not Longer

I hear of so many teachers that spend 60, 70, 80 hours a week working. I like my job. I love my students. I adore teaching, but we don't get paid enough to spend that kind of time on our career. And the best part is that you don't have to.

Herbal Schools

In addition to acquiring vigorous courses in anatomy and botany, students enrolled in herbal schools will also learn about herbal chemical components, pharmacology, physiology and the all important herbal identification methods. While it is not always a prerequisite for entry into herbal schools, it would be sensible for students to attain some education in basic anatomy and biology prior to enrollment.

The Pros and Cons of Online Fundraising

What does it take to start your own online fundraising program? Find out if it is right for you.

Einstein's Number Trick: Fun for All

When we attach the name Einstein to a number trick, however, the idea takes on an entirely different dimension, both literally and figuratively. If you are interested in some fun with numbers, try out the trick below on some friends and family, and by all means teach it to your kids, if you have any.

The Mysterious World Of Plants

Plants also respond to the soothing rhythms of music. A plant grows better,and bears lusher and larger fruit when exposed to music, than those without it. This has actually been verified or 'proven' under actual research conditions.

Fostering Emerging Literacy - A Tip for Parents and Teachers of Young Children

Foster emerging literacy by helping children learn to better understand the structure of books.

How to Answer the Most Important Teacher Interview Question

As someone who has sat on countless teacher interview committees I can honestly say that I am still surprised at how many potential teachers get the most important teacher interview question wrong. The truth is - how you answer this question can be the difference between getting that perfect teaching job or not.

How to Write a Successful Application Essay

The 500-word application essay becomes the bases for the acceptance and rejection, as it is the only way admission officers can judge the worth of the applicant. It is very natural to feel concerned at this stage; standing out in a crowd is not an easy task and thus calls for extra care and preparation.

How Audio Books Can Help Your Children at School

As technology advances and with so much information freely available and at our fingertips, traditional teaching methods can benefit from some of the latest trends in the digital media industry. As we get older, time it seems is never on our side. Now, with an expanding catalogue of titles, audio books are set to become the new tool in the teacher's armery in your child's education. Find out how you can help them to achieve better grades across a range of subjects for just a few dollars.

Physical Education in Our Schools

Physical Education is a vital part of our public education system. It is a key to improving a child's confidence, brainpower and long-term health. One of the major goals of physical education is to prepare students to be active and healthy for a lifetime. Physical education should be an integral part of the total education of every child in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Montessori School Method of Education

Montessori is an individual based teaching curriculum which is receiving world wide recognition, learn about what Montessori is and how it will ensure the best education for your child.

Helping Adults With Undiagnosed Learning Disabilities Find And Keep A Job

There are people who struggle every day with math, reading comprehension, auditory processing, and other undiagnosed learning disabilities, and who never received help during their school years. For them, finding and keeping a job can be a lifelong struggle. Family, friends, and co-workers may be able to help.

It Can't Happen Here - Katrina And The California Earthquake

What happened in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast of the United States was not only the worst natural disaster in the history of this country, but also the loudest wake-up call ever experienced by our comfortable over-confident society. We never dreamed something of such horror and magnitude could ever happen here - even though all the TV meteorologists told us it might, then days before the storm hit land, told us it would...

Alternative Medicine Education FAQs

If you're considering a career in complementary or integrative medicine, an alternative medicine education is vital to achieving short and long-term professional goals. Subject to independent schools, alternative medicine education can encompass certification, diploma and degree programs in a wide variety of natural healing arts.