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97% of Prison Inmates Never Received a Trial
There has been a statistic floating around on the internet that 97% of prison inmates in the US never received a trial. Technically it is...

How has communication changed over the past 20 years?
How has communication changed over 20 years? The way in which people communicate with one another today looks different than it did at...

How to incorporate Harry Potter into a College Course
The Harry Potter book series has always meant a lot to me and I wanted to take a university course that looked into the series more...

Why should you invest in foreign aid?
Investing in foreign aid makes the global economy stronger Areas where the main goal of the citizens every day is to not die, are...

How to become a photographer
With the advancement of smartphones, everyone has a camera on them all the time. And that can be a very good thing, because the best way...

What is Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology is any feature that makes the technology more accessible. This can include low-tech innovations like pencil grips,...

I read this book... and it changed my world view
In college I took a class on criminal justice and in that class read a book called Inside: Life Behind Bars In America by Michael Santos....

Alright Fido, Time to pay up!
For a millennial living in the city, the best way to pay the rent is by having roommates. But, have you ever had a roommate that just...

Staying Balanced During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is stressful for everyone. It is important to remember to maintain some peace and balance in your life over the...

How Long Does it Take to Close on a House?
You finally found it, the perfect house. You got your pre-approval at the bank for a mortgage loan and you made your offer. Maybe it took...

What is a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction
Are you interested in developing and improving a school curriculum? How do you determine if a lesson is effective? Do you think you could...

What are the benefits to having a Master's in Education
A master's degree in education may not be required to teach most subjects. However, all the hard work that goes into earning a master's...

How to Prevent Classroom Bullying
One of the best ways to keep your classroom bully-free is to create a strong sense of community in your teaching space. When students...

Preparing for students to come back after a long break
Coming back to class after a break can be tough for both teachers and students. Many students have just spent several days sleeping in...

How do you write a Lesson Plan?
Sometimes writing an effective lesson plan can be a challenge. Maybe you have an idea but are clueless on how to execute it. Or perhaps...

How do you pay for a master's program?
College education is expensive! But for many people, it is necessary for a variety of reasons, either you want to advance in your career...

How do you engage a disinterested student?
One of the greatest rewards for many teachers is the moment they get through to a student who shows signs of non-engagement. Many...

Is a master's degree in teaching right for you?
It depends. You certainly do not need a master's degree in order to teach. A bachelor's degree is all anyone needs for most teaching...

Thunderstorms
I was at my aunt’s house, my mom’s sister, with her and my mother one evening and a storm started brewing. My dad and I loved...
























