Introduce your students to the bold colors, powerful messages, and creative energy of Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most influential artists of the…
When the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) inaugurated World Teachers’ Day in 1994, the job of a school teacher, though…
By Jill Klausing School safety planning must account for all emergencies—not just the extreme. Everyday medical emergencies occur far more often. While most…
Winter is coming, which means chapped lips and dry skin are, too. Whether your strategy is to moisturize between periods or tone and…
Aspiring to a leadership role in education can feel daunting, but it’s a journey fueled by passion, purpose, and a willingness to step…
Nine in ten teachers report being satisfied with their jobs overall, on average, across OECD education systems, according to new research. Based on…
Quality education must go beyond textbooks and lectures. It should connect students with current events and equip them with skills for real-world engagement.…
Making Education More Than a GradeIn December of 2013, I published an article in Language Magazine entitled, “Making Education More Than a Grade”.…
Dear We Are Teachers, Lately I’ve noticed a troubling trend among some of the parents at my school: gossip. Whether it’s in Facebook…
Australian teachers have been given access to a range of free, evidence-based resources to help them manage their classrooms. The ‘Engaged Classrooms’ resources,…
I LOVE Christmas. At this exact moment, I’m sitting next to my Christmas tree listening to “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.” My house…
As Japan’s immigrant population reaches record highs in response to demand for workers as the country’s indigenous population ages, volunteers in the Western…
Whether you’re an English teacher, reading specialist, or just a grammar nerd, we get you. Much of the We Are Teachers staff are…
Alphabet books have so many classroom uses. They introduce letter symbols, sounds, and keywords. They can also build vocabulary and knowledge on a…
We’ve all heard about the shift kids are supposed to make from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” But how can that…
In this edition of The Educator TV, we sat down with Liam Bassett, Director of Digital Learning at Westbourne Grammar School. Bassett discussed…
As a secondary educator, a great service you can do for your students is to get them career ready. Part of that is…
Are there jobs for former teachers that don’t take place in the classroom? Of course there are! Facilitating learning can take place in…
Nothing says winter is here like a nice, warm sing-along, whether it’s during the weeks before or after winter break. Here are the…