Laura Boskelly
Laura is a third grade teacher in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. She is currently working on a master's degree in reading from National Louis University.
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B.S. Iowa State University, Ames, IA. working on my Masters at DePaulInterests
writing, reading, English as a Second Language Education, running, marathons, triathlons, all sportsMotto
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ESL: The Importance of Understanding Research in the ESL FieldWhat are the different approaches to research on language learners and how does it affect these students? -
How ESL Teachers Can Raise the Self-Esteem of Their StudentsThis paper will review several research projects as well as look at issues and trends in the area of English as a second language and ELLs in hopes to find the best ways to meet the needs of these students. -
How Runners Can Guarantee Their SafetyBefore an invigorating morning run, there are a few important factors to keep in mind to keep a runner safe and protect his overall well-being. -
Race, Ethnicity and Middle SchoolMiddle school is a tough time for adolescence, but add race and ethnicity into the mix, and many minority students struggle at a different level.
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DoubtWhen doubt fills your heart and mind, it never really leaves.
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How Standard English is Hurting the Educational System"People have always come to the United States because in the mind of the world it is a place of real opportunity. The hidden costs of democracy, of assimilation, are not spelled out in the papers they must file to live here."
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Why I Will NEVER Join a Running ClubAs the saying goes, attitude is everything. I've yet to encounter a running group with an all-around good attitude. To a certain extent they are positive with each other, but at the end of the day each person is there for himself and himself only.
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One Week in the Organic WorldI've never spent more time looking at organic produce and scanning products in the organic food aisle.
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What I Learned While Being Blind for a DayWhen I decided to be blind for this class project I knew it was going to be a difficult endeavor, but I never imagined all the feelings that would come along with it.
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How-To Adjust when Your Boyfriend Moves InAlways embrace the warmth of waking up beside the one you love.
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When is it Okay to Die?Who says a person has lived long enough to justify dying? How old is old enough? IS there such a thing as a good, long life? -
Marathon Musts - Top Tips for First-time MarathonersThese top tips help first-time marathoners cross the finish line feeling happy and healthy.