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You may be out of school, but there are always opportunities to learn even more about your potential as a teacher. Learn how to use your education effectively to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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Learning on the Job
by Pamela Wheaton Shorr
Is alternative certification for new teachers working?

Building Your Professional Teaching Portfolio
by Linda Shalaway
Tips on how to create your own professional portfolio; include background information, samples of your work, letters of recommendation, teaching goals, etc.

A Trendsetter in Education
Argosy University
Cecelia Owens, top graduate in her doctoral degree program in Educational Leadership at the Argosy University, Atlanta, is a true trendsetter in education.

Happily Teaching Teachers and Helping Students
Argosy University
With her Specialist Degree and Doctoral Degree from Argosy University, Sarasota, Dr. Tommie Barber currently serves as Director of Special Projects in the Seminole School District.

Keeping a Teaching Journal
by Linda Shalaway
A great way to capture your most favorite teaching moments and to track your progress throughout the year is by keeping a daily journal. 

How to Give a Great Interview: Teacher Tell All
by Lisa Feder-Feitel
At your next interview, make sure you shine. Dressing for success, doing your research, and preparing your portfolio are just a few ways to guarantee success.

12 Books Every Teacher Should Read
by Caralee Adams
Our team of top teachers, editors, and experts give their recommendations for the best books on education of the past decade.

 

Early Childhood Today Interviews Dr. Herb Ginsburg on Math Education for Young Children
ECT Interviews Dr. Herb Ginsburg on children's development of mathematical thinking and other topics.

Understanding the Evaluation: What to Expect of Learning Disability Testing
Know what to expect when your child is tested for learning disabilities. Learn how to assemble a child study team that will diagnose and cater to your child's special needs. Develop an IEP for your child.

Talking with Children About Natural Disasters
A feature article on how to discuss this tough issue with young children.