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States Pressing “Pause” on Common Core
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 13, 2013, 05:43 pm   


As state legislators continue to debate the adoption of Common Core State Standards (CCSS), teachers, students, and administrators alike are experiencing the frustration of being held in limbo. Many teachers are beginning to implement the standards nationwide, all while some states are second guessing their adoption of CCSS. 

 
The Wrong Way to Implement the Common Core
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 10, 2013, 04:48 pm   


Even though the controversy about the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) is still in full swing, for the vast majority of teachers, the reality is that next year they will be expected to be teaching the standards. At AAE, our desire is to support our teachers through the implementation process and make sure that they have the tools necessary to succeed. Without good implementation of the standards, teachers are being set up for failure. 

 
Edudemic Helps to Navigate the 1 to 1 Classroom
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 08, 2013, 04:04 pm   


Teachers today are bombarded with the phrases, "Technology is good!" and "Integrate more technology!" They constantly hear about apps, tablets, 1 to 1 classrooms, and "bring your own device" schemes. Seldom does this advice move beyond the imperative of do this. As a result, many classrooms deploy technology in a slapdash and ineffectual manner.

 
Top Discounts & Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Day
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 07, 2013, 02:11 pm   


Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day! Thank you to all of our amazing member educators who work hard to change lives every day! 

 
The Strength of Project Based Learning
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 06, 2013, 08:26 pm   


As teachers look for new and creative ways to drive student instruction, more of them are turning to project based learning (PBL).

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