Student teaching is the time when you determine which styles of teaching work for you. There are lots of different styles of teaching to try, but here are the top 5 most common ones used in the classroom. The Director The Director teaching style is teacher-centered. It involves the teacher telling students what to do […]
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9 Classroom Vocabulary Games to Use with Your Students
Vocabulary is an important part of every subject. There’s always words that students need to learn to better understand the concepts being taught. Unfortunately, many students struggle to remember what the vocabulary words mean. To help students learn the definitions, try these 9 classroom vocabulary games with your students. Synonyms Break the class into 2 […]

How to be Inclusive in the Classroom in 10 Steps
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, there are over 6 million students served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). That’s about 13% of all students between the ages of 3 and 21. Most of these students spend at least part of the day in general population classrooms. As such, teachers need to […]

A-to-Z Elementary School Student Teaching Necessities
What student teaching necessities do you need to have on hand? Check out our list from A to Z for ideas of things that you’ll need as a student teacher.

Top Student Teaching Portfolio Ideas
What should you include in your portfolio? Find out as we discuss some of the top student teaching portfolio ideas that you can utilize.

Student Teaching Evaluation
The student teaching evaluation is typically completed by your supervising teacher at the end of the semester. Learn what it typically entails in this post.

15 Tips to Remember Your Students’ Names
How can you remember your students’ names as soon as possible? Check out these 15 tips that you can use to memorize their names right away.

Top Benefits of Student Teaching
Why should you complete student teaching? In this post, discover the top benefits of student teaching that you can experience!

How to Create a Classroom Culture
You may have heard about the importance of building a classroom culture. In fact, many professionals agree that creating a classroom culture is one of the most important things that an educator can do. The classroom culture should involve a positive and safe environment where students are encouraged to be engaged, participate, offer ideas, and […]

Student Teaching Letter of Introduction to the Principal
What should you know about writing a student teacher letter of introduction to the principal? Remember these tips to help you make a great first impression.