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EDUCATE TEACHERS NEWS
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February 2020
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"Believe in yourself, learn,
and never stop wanting to build a better world" ~Mary McLeod Bethune |
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Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955)
was an educator, civil rights activist, presidential adviser, philanthropist, 1 of 17 children born to former slaves, and so much more.
Click here to read more about the accomplishments of this extraordinary African American woman.
was an educator, civil rights activist, presidential adviser, philanthropist, 1 of 17 children born to former slaves, and so much more.
Click here to read more about the accomplishments of this extraordinary African American woman.
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The History of Black History Month The Man Behind Black History Month
by Sarah Pruitt Dr. Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) dedicated his life to educating African Americans about the achievements and contributions of their ancestors. 
Born in 1875 in New Canton, Virginia, Woodson had worked as a sharecropper, miner and various other jobs during his childhood to help support his large family. Though he entered high school late, he made up for lost time, graduating in less than two years. After attending Berea College in Kentucky, Woodson worked in the Philippines as an education superintendent for the U.S. government. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Chicago before entering Harvard. In 1912, three years before founding the ASNLH, he became only the second African American (after W.E.B. DuBois) to earn a doctorate from that institution.
Read more about how Woodson's effort gave us Black History month, the challenges he overcame and why February was chosen to celebrate the sacrifices and contributions of African Americans at History.com https://www.history.com/news/the-man-behind-black-history-month 2 Brand New Classes Starting In February!
Examining: Project Based Teaching: Real Steps to Achievement
(3 credit hours: graduate credit OR IA license renewal)
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Project Based Teaching: Real Steps to Achievement Express: I'm So Tired: An Educator's Guide to Self Care
(3 credit hour Iowa license renewal course)
I’m So Tired! An Educator’s Guide to Self-Care, provides realistic ways to become healthier and take care of ourselves. This class explains the issues, identifies the problems and helps to remediate and treat those issues that keep educators sick and stressed out.
Start the new year out right and make a plan for YOU! Class starts February 19th. Click here to learn more or register for I'm So Tired! An Educator's Guide to Self-Care Featured Class of the Month
Examining:
Robust Vocabulary Instruction (3 credit hour graduate credit or IA license renewal) 
Examining: Robust Vocabulary Instruction is a 3 credit hour course that provides participants a research-based framework along with practical strategies for vocabulary development with children from the earliest grades through high school. Educators will learn to select words for instruction; create meaningful learning activities, and engage students in thinking about and saying new words both within and outside the classroom. Effective vocabulary instruction has been shown to increase learning in all content areas, increase test scores, and boost grades.
Educate Teachers Online Professional Development Classes
Get the credits you need with modified, self-paced courses flexible enough to fit any teacher's busy schedule. ________________________ All courses are accredited. Choose from: EXPRESS Courses: 6 week Iowa License Renewal Courses Examining Courses: 8-9 week courses that can be taken for Iowa License Renewal or EDMA Graduate Credit Visit our website to learn more and register for upcoming classes https://www.educateteachers.org/
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Reader's Corner The Power of RTI
and Reading Profiles: A Blueprint for Solving Reading Problems By Louise Spear-Swerling 
This is a hands on, reality based text that champions the RTI process as the best approach for preventing reading difficulties. It outlines how reading problems can be diagnosed and treated through solid and relevant interventions. Reading profiles of children who have reading problems are presented to highlight the struggles these children face and how to intervene for success. Did You Know? Did you know that greeting your students at the door is one of the easiest, most effective ways to boost their achievement and improve their behavior?
According to the 2018 research study, Positive Greetings at the Door: Evaluation of a Low-Cost, High-Yield Proactive Classroom Management Strategy, positive door greetings increased academic engagement by 20% and improved behaviors by 9%! If you're not already a door greeter, you might think about adding this strategy to your day. Whether it's a handshake, high-five, hug, or fist-bump doesn't matter. Make it your own and connect! The Treasure Trove Educator Resource of the Month Need ideas?
Take your student on a journey through Black history with lesson ideas on art, music, the military, politics, movements and more! 
Great source for project-based learning ideas! Coming Up In February February is Black History Month... |
