Rose Schaut
I am a teacher, small business owner, parent, wife, daughter, sister, friend, and multiple, rescued pet owner.
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Allowing Teachers a Voice is Needed"National studies show former teachers find more autonomy over their work and more personal influence on policies and practices in their new professions than they did as public school teachers". (Dredger 2008 The English Journal).
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Methodology for Second Language Acquisition: Views of Essential Teaching Practices in the Instruction of ESL StudentsThis article explores how student diversity, cooperative classrooms, multiple intelligences, motivation, and comfort levels impact second language learning.
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The Problem of Over-Medicating for GriefAn abnormal reaction to an abnormal situation is normal. Doctors who medicate people for mild, short-term depression may be causing more harm than good.
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Teaching Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huck Finn in an English or ESL ClassroomThere are many cultural ideologies present in Twain's novel. This classic American work can spark unlimited discussions in an English or ESL classroom regarding similarities and differences between American values and the values of other cultures.
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Surviving Open House: A Teacher's Guide to Greeting ParentsThis article points out that both teachers and parents are apprehensive about "Open House" night, and provides some tips for educators.
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Preparing Teachers for Dialectically Diverse ClassroomsThis article presents a framework for preparing teachers for dialectically diverse classrooms. Recommendations include anticipating resistance, addressing issues of identity and power, and emphasizing pedagogical applications of sociolinguistic research.
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Content Area Teachers Vs. ESL TeachersLEP students are entering English or regular classrooms in unprecedented numbers. Many teachers who are expected to teach these students feel under-prepared and sometimes even resentful, as they do not consider themselves as language specialists.
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ESL: A Refute of the Comprehensible Output HypothesisIt is my belief that this theory is asking already struggling students to do too many things at the same time - listen, comprehend, and respond, and since this is taking place during a conversation with a native speaker, all of this needs to be done at break-neck speed.
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Making the Best Use of Space in a Small ClassroomThis article provides a number of suggestions for teachers in arranging their classrooms for optimum efficiency and comfort.
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Steps to Writing a Position PaperWriting a research paper, especially a Position Thesis, can be overwhelming to students. Starting at the beginning and breaking this project down into parts can ease frustration and allow the process to evolve more smoothly. -
Why New Brides May Want to Reconsider a Name ChangeThe first time I changed my name, it required an afternoon of my time. The second time I changed my name, nearly twenty years later, resulted in an endless cycle of headaches and surprises. -
Managing Children's Extra-Curricular Activities to Avoid Burn OutHow To Avoid Family Burn-Out In Scheduling Sports and Activities For Your Children
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The Significance of Test Format Knowledge in Approaching Standardized TestsMany students may not realize how the format of the SAT tests should impact one's approach to taking this test.
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Essential Elements for Successful TeachingA veteran teacher explores elements needed in order to engage student interest and respect.
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Emotional Eating: Suggestions for Identifying and Eliminating Emotional Eating HabitsMany women are emotional eaters. Identifying the triggers that lead to this habit are the first steps to eliminating the tendency to eat when stressed.
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What Extra-Curricular Activities Are Colleges Most Interested In?This article reminds students that merely "joining" a string of sports and activities may not be enough for acceptance.
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Rescuing Shelter Dogs: Reasons to Consider Adopting an Older DogThe author of this article has been successfully adopting older shelter dogs for a number of years. This article highlights some of the advantages of adopting an older dog.
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The Life of a Teacher Outside of the Classroom, SchoolThis article highlights some of the requirements of teachers beyond the classroom.
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Why is My Teenager So Angry?Due to the high divorce rate, many parents are experiencing a second childhood at about the same time their teens are approaching adulthood. This article explores some of the conflicts this may entail.
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The Evolution of CommunicationDue to the explosion of internet and cell phone communication, the English language is transforming. This article focuses on some of the positive changes from the perspective of a high school English teacher.
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Sharing Responsibilities Within MarriageIn marriage, we may expect gender-related behaviors from our spouses in the areas of household responsibility, because of how our parents divided up these chores.
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Successful School Fundraisers: Unique Ideas for Having Fun and Making a ProfitMany school fundraisers either require a great deal of preparation, require too much money up front, or have become stale because patrons are weary of the standard bake sales and car washes. This article suggests some creative alternatives.