The History of Christian Schools
It was the fall of 1945. A young marine cautiously stepped into the sunlight. After months of recovery,…
Instruction
The Surprising History of Autodidacticism
Non-traditional forms of education have gained popularity in the past few decades. A rise in homeschooling, unschooling, and…
The Truth About Homeschooling and Socialization
Homeschoolers hear all kinds of well-meant questions about their education choice. From parent qualifications to missing out on…
Pros and Cons of Homework
“Not until you finish your homework.” “I want you to finish your dinner and get right to work…
What Are the Essential School Subjects?
The world is a brilliant conglomeration of information, skill, industry, and communication. Productivity in such a complex world…
Incorporating Movement Into the Classroom
Imagine you’re back in school. It’s your hardest school year ever. Your feet twitch, energy coursing through your…
4 Ways Teachers Unknowingly Limit Their Students
The world of education is brimming with cliches. How many teachers have received a mass-produced mug with the…
Is Dual Credit a Good Idea in High School?
“I am a high school sophomore, and I'm pretty interested in taking dual enrollment classes at my local…
4 Alternatives to Standardized Testing
Debates surrounding standardized testing cite a long list of positives and negatives. Proponents of standardized testing tout benefits…
6 Ways You Can Teach Critical Thinking at Home
When my husband and I first got married, he was shocked at the number of passionate debates my…
How Do You Measure School Success?
If there was only one definition of school success, parents everywhere would be making the exact same educational…
The Pros and Cons of Educational Labels
Educational labels are beacons of understanding. At least, according to Education Week, that's how they should work in…