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Advice to Education School Graduates
In this season of university graduations, high school teacher Ilana Garon offers six poignant tips for new teachers embarking on their careers, including "don't listen to haters." (May 22, 2013)
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Setting the Record Straight on Ability Grouping
Ability grouping may get a bad rap, but research shows that it can be an effective, low-cost intervention when used with flexibility, says the president of the National Association for Gifted Children. (May 20, 2013)
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Teaching Secrets: Learning From Parents
Opening up the lines of communication with parents and listening to their advice can make it easier to teach and support their children, says a special education teacher. (May 21, 2013)
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