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I totally know where you're coming from. I don't think I'd ever really enroll in a place like http://www.onlineeducationdegrees.com/ just because it just doesn't sound as credible....but like what Swerve said, there are some pretty great accredited online schools that are totally fine to get your de...

Practicing better penmanship is actually something that students really enjoy. Just lots of practice during class will really help--especially something to take time--handwriting is usually just messy because they rush, so if you allow plenty of time to write--it'll help them get better at it. The l...

As awkward as ice breakers are sometimes...they're actually a really great thing to do...only if they participate--which can be a really great learning opportunity. I always like name/location ice breakers which I think are the most interesting about people. But here's a good reference site to look ...

It's totally possible to teach without a degree. I mean, it's always important/appealing to have a degree as a background, but it's also totally possible to succeed without it. It'll be wise to finish your last years at Laval, and just try to take on any sub spots or internships at some schools. It'...

Hmmmm...it's true what petershell said. There is no secret, except practice, practice, and routine for them. The more they implant it in their head--it'll help them retain the information better. You have to be patient with them, and if they show they are putting in the same effort, they will eventu...

I would agree with banning all cell phone use in class. It's funny how students these days even have their hands on cells as opposed to only 10 years ago when cell phones were so rare. They are an extreme distraction to learning and should be put away at all times.