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Why Bedside Care is So Important

A nurse should provide information that answers all parties’ questions. We do this by making ourselves available and encouraging questions.

Imagine one of your family members is in the hospital or sick. This family member is likely concerned, scared and uncertain about his/her health. Your family also has questions, but no definitive answers. Tension seems to rise over speculation. Everyone’s imagination is running wild over the diagnosis, especially after you search the internet for answers.
Does this scenario sound familiar? Maybe you’ve been in this situation yourself or witnessed it unfold before your own eyes while working as a nurse. Let’s ask ourselves, “What could I have done as a nurse to alleviate this situation?”
The answer is simple: provide competent bedside care.
To avoid this problem, a nurse should provide information that answers all parties’ questions. We do this by making ourselves available and encouraging questions.

What does competent bedside care involve?

As nurses, we provide bedside care by doing assessments, administering medications, taking vitals, bathing clients, changing linens and providing information. However, bedside care is not only caring for physical needs, as listed above, but providing emotional support to aid in the recovery process.
Taking care of physical needs is obviously important (let’s face it, those tasks are how we keep people alive), but I want to expand on emotional support because that is what is often lacking during our daily care.

How do I provide competent bedside care?

Think about our earlier scenario of the scared patient and concerned family and the unneeded anxiety that is caused by lack of knowledge about a medical diagnosis.
The first thing many patients do when they have questions is perform an internet search. After reviewing the internet, a nosebleed could seem like a severe health issue. Misinformation, stress and anxiety could be avoided by one simple step, and that is for a nurse to be available to answer questions.
When meeting with patients, don’t announce how busy you are today before you ask if there is anything you can do for them. After hearing that you’re busy, some patients may forgo the questions they may want to ask you so they don’t take up too much of your time. Instead, make time to sit down and talk with your patient. Make your patients feel like no one is more important than they are while you are in their presence.
Exercise your active listening skills and then address anything they may have concerns over in detail. By providing information, you are empowering your patient to make informed decisions and this helps them participate in their own care. This process will improve a patient’s confidence, reduce stress and help foster a trusting relationship. When you listen and make yourself available to your patients, they will know that they are receiving competent care.
Bedside care is more than just passing medications and taking vitals. It’s the process where the nurse provides emotional support and advocates for the patient. Taking time to listen, giving 100 percent of yourself, providing timely care and responding to a patient’s basic needs will not only help build rapport but it will most importantly improve the healing process.

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Student Story: IT Degree Leads to Career Reboot

Herzing alumni\’s IT degree put him in the running for some of the most in-demand jobs today and helped him launch a successful career.

As a systems engineer for one of the world’s leading health IT companies, Ronald Crayton supports and manages information solutions and software for healthcare clients around the world.
It’s pretty amazing, Crayton admits, given that he knew relatively little about computers several years ago.
Here’s how he got to where he is today:

Looking for a change

Six years ago, Crayton had just moved to Atlanta from New York and was working as a telemarketer. He didn’t know what he wanted to do in the long run, but he wanted a change.
\”I was sick and tired of my job,” he remembered. “I was working long hours for low pay. I just felt it was time to do something.\”
Crayton knew IT was a growing field, and that earning a college degree would help him unlock new career opportunities. He was right – his IT degree put him in the running for some of the most in-demand jobs today, and helped him launch a successful career at a multinational corporation.
“The more I looked into it, the more I felt that IT would be a good fit for me,” Crayton said. “I liked the idea of solving problems.”
Crayton began exploring IT programs at several universities in the Atlanta area, and soon decided to enroll at Herzing University.
“I knew Herzing was the school for me as soon as I walked through the doors,” Crayton said. “From the admission advisors to the faculty, everyone was very friendly and welcoming. It just felt right.”
An IT career is ideal for those who, like Crayton, are drawn to working with computers and technology and enjoy troubleshooting and resolving technical problems.
“I also really liked the fact that as a student I would have the chance to work with physical hardware and software that I was learning about,” Crayton said. “Working with routers and switches and getting to test all of the different parts of a system was a huge part of my learning experience and really helped solidify the concepts I learned in class.”

A fresh start

Crayton graduated from Herzing in just three years with his bachelor’s in information technology and a concentration in security technology. He also earned his CompTIA A+ certification, which, among other industry-recognized IT certifications, is becoming a valuable differentiator for new IT professionals entering the workforce.
Shortly thereafter, he began a career as a systems administrator for a medical center in Atlanta, serving as the organization’s main point of contact for IT support needs. It wasn’t long before he was contacted on LinkedIn for another job opportunity – this time for a position at a leading health information solutions provider.
The company liked Crayton so much, they even paid for him to relocate to Kansas.

New opportunities

IT graduates like Crayton have the opportunity to pursue careers in a variety of industry sectors and work in many different environments, from small businesses to government agencies.
Employment for IT and computer-related professions are projected to grow by as much as 13 percent between 2016 and 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and experts predict much of the future growth in IT will be driven by a greater emphasis on cloud computing, big data and cybersecurity.
In fact, a 2017 report from the Center for Cyber Safety and Education estimated there will be a shortage of 1.8 million skilled cybersecurity workers by 2022.
Cybersecurity is a major point of concern for industries that handle sensitive data, such as financial services organizations and healthcare providers. A breach in the security of patient data, for example, could have long-lasting effects on an organization’s reputation.
That’s why professionals like Crayton are so important. On a typical day, Crayton oversees 2,000-4,000 servers, troubleshoots system issues and ensures smooth operations for healthcare providers worldwide.
“Herzing really helped change my life,” Crayton said. “Completing my bachelor’s degree helped me become well-rounded IT professional. I feel that now I have the skills and the knowledge to really make a difference.”

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6 Tips to Help You Find Your Nursing Specialty

Choosing your specialty involves a lot of trial and error and some time and patience.

Eight years ago, if you had asked me which nursing specialty I was interested in, I would have been clueless. Today, I have a clear idea of which specialty I like best. Choosing your specialty involves a lot of trial and error and some time and patience.
Here’s how you can find out which specialty is right for you:

1. Work as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at a hospital or nursing home.

I did a few clinical rotations at an assisted living facility eight years ago and realized it was not a specialty I was interested in. Do not get me wrong, geriatric facilities are wonderful and there is so much to see and do. I would say the best part about that particular specialty is that you will bond with the residents. For me, it felt like my home away from home.

2. Position yourself for new experiences.

If you think you might like to work in a hospital setting, and want to expose yourself to other nursing specialties, I highly recommend applying as a CNA (also known as nurse tech) in the hospital “float pool.” This will automatically open so many doors for you because you will not be assigned to the same unit every week.
The point of the float pool is that whenever any floor needs an extra staff member, the shift is yours if you want it. You might find yourself working in ICU one night, the ER the next night, and so on. Working the float pool is one way that you can dip your toes into all specialties and see what you like.

3. Work on different units.

You can accomplish this through job shadowing or by switching to a new unit a couple years into your first job. Either way, you will eventually find something you enjoy.

4. Know your academic weakness, strengths.

Some students are great with cardiac topics and are happy when they end up working in a cardiac unit. Some students enjoy studying pediatrics or similar topics. While in school, figure out the nursing topics you enjoy the most. Your grades will reflect your confidence in those topics as well.

5. Do research online.

In addition to gaining experience with different specialties and practices, read up on other positions that might appeal to you. Through my own research, I found a quiz that shows you the types of specialties that might suit your interests. Give it a try and see what you think.

6. Don’t put too much stock in what other people say.

I would highly recommend that you take other peoples’ experiences with a grain of salt because everyone experiences things in a different way. What someone might dislike, you might absolutely love. Be mindful of that when peers say negative or positive things about any specialty.
Take my experience, for example. For years, my peers told me that the ER was crazy and chaotic. I got floated to the E.R. several times and each time it was an amazing experience. I knew then that I found my specialty.
Make sure you try out as many or all specialties if you can. Only then will you be able to decide which specialty works for you.

Find the specialty that\’s perfect for you.

Take our nursing specialty quiz to determine what type of career as a nurse you might be interested in. Whether you’ve never been a nurse, are a new nursing grad looking for a specialty or an experienced RN exploring options, Herzing University can help you discover your ideal nursing career.

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5 Tips from Our Graduates

From navigating a career change to surviving online classes, here are their tried-and-true tips for success.

By earning your degree, you’re making an important investment in your future. We asked five of our recent graduates for their advice on how new and returning students can make the most of that investment and achieve their personal and professional goals.
From navigating a career change to surviving online classes, here are their tried-and-true tips for success.

1. Trust the process

Your classes won’t always be easy, and it can be tricky to find time for school when you’re balancing a full-time job and/or raising a family – but that doesn’t mean you can’t be successful.
“My advice for other students is to just stay focused,” says Trisha Warner, who earned her surgical technology degree while raising her three children.
“You will be more confident in everything you do. Every class is there for a reason, even if at the time it seems silly. You will make lifelong friends that will help you along the way. No one can take your degree from you.”

2. Get help when you need it

If you do find yourself struggling in class, know that you don’t have to go it alone. Whether you’re attending on campus or online, make sure that you are taking advantage of all the tools and resources at your disposal.
“Ask for help if you need it. This can be very challenging, but it might be what gets you from one week to the next!” says online MBA graduate Stephanie Dennis.
“Use the resources the school has available, whether it’s finding a tutor or making extra time to meet with your instructor,” she adds.

3. Start preparing for your job search BEFORE you graduate

From perfecting your resume to honing your interview skills, you ought to get a jump start on your future job hunt while you’re still in school.
For technology student Mary Kimani, working with Career Services helped her find new opportunities in the IT field.
“For me, the most challenging part was transitioning into the IT field after being in nursing school for two years,” she said. “I started working on my resume with the help of career services. This helped me start applying for several IT jobs and I received multiple interviews and job offers before graduation.”

4. Make your education work for YOU

Nursing grad Sharese Windley was accustomed to being a great student, but after failing her pharmacology course, she realized that she was going to have to take a different approach to her learning if she wanted to be successful.
“After taking four months off, I re-enrolled and switched to night classes at Herzing,” she said. “Taking classes in the evenings allowed me to study during the day, when my three children were at school. I retook pharmacology and made an A.”
“Failing that class changed my life. It made me reevaluate everything, and I found another route that worked a lot better for me in the long run. You just have to find your own way because the same process or path doesn’t work for everyone.”

5. Don’t get discouraged

When you feel overwhelmed or stressed, remember why you are earning your degree. Know that it’s possible for you to overcome whatever challenges you might be facing to achieve the career and the education you want.
“There may be moments when you want to give up and quit, but it’s the challenging times when we learn the most about ourselves and our abilities,” says business management graduate Virginia C. Cesar Jass.
“If you are struggling, get help. Keep a positive attitude, set attainable goals for yourself and manage your time wisely. Keep your eye on the prize and do everything you can to stay focused and get that degree. You will be so proud of yourself. It is all worth it.

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How to Care For Your Mental Health as a Busy College Student

Mental health is so important to me as a college student, and it should be for you as well.

Your health and your well-being should always your first priority. That’s why mental health is so important to me as a college student, and it should be for you as well.
College classes can become overwhelming and take a toll on your mental health. Learning how to manage my mental health has been extremely important to me because I was recently diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder. This illness didn’t come out of nowhere; it stems from childhood, and I’ve dealt with it ever since I was 8 or 9 years old. I am 23 years old now.
I have come a long way since I started classes more than a year ago. Long story short, I’ve hit my breaking point at times and needed to get professional help. I’m here today to share with you that you are not alone – there are millions of others who suffer from similar feelings.
Here are some tips that helped me and might assist fellow students to get through a rough patch:

1. Take time out for yourself

It’s easy to burn out and overwork yourself, which will worsen your mental health. I learned this the hard way. Instead, try to make time for the things you enjoy doing, such as watching television, playing with your child/children, getting on social media, talking to a friend, cooking, cleaning, sleeping … whatever helps you unwind and relax. Putting unnecessary stress on yourself does no good. Everyone wants to achieve high marks in classes, but is it worth it if your mental health is compromised?

2. Talk to a trusted individual

When things escalate and get to the point when it’s overwhelming, talk to someone you trust about how you’re feeling. Sometimes it seemed as if no one would understand how I was feeling, and, as a result, I bottled up my emotions. This is very unhealthy and dangerous for your mental health. Sometimes when you’re in a situation like mine you feel like you are alone, but you’re not. When you talk to a counselor, trusted friend or family member and release those negative feelings, you’ll feel tremendously better, and you’ll receive some words of wisdom from that person.

3. Develop a strong support system 

We have a great support network at Herzing, but we each need a strong emotional support system as well. Family is often your strongest support system. I know that I can definitely rely on my family, but if that’s not the case for you, close friends might be best. There are people around you that want to see you succeed and win in life! You are not alone in your educational journey.
Paying attention to my mental health has drastically improved my schooling. I would spend all day focusing and getting ahead of the game on my assignments, but I realized that I could only take so much at a time. Taking care of myself and my mental health helped me retain more information and feel better. We all are a work in progress, on an educational journey to start or improve our careers, and we should be taking the same approach to our mental health as well.

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Grammar Lesson: Comma Splices

As an English teacher, comma splices are the most common writing error that I see. Here\’s how you can recognize and avoid them in your writing.

Have you ever received feedback that your writing contains a comma splice? You might be wondering what a comma splice is and why it matters if you have one. As an English teacher, comma splices are the most common writing error that I see. They’re easy to make, and we tend to see them in casual writing, which makes them harder to recognize and avoid in academic writing.

What is a comma splice?

The first step to recognizing a comma splice is knowing the difference between dependent and independent clauses. An independent clause is a sentence that expresses a complete thought and contains a subject (who or what the sentence is about) and a verb (what the subject is doing).
For example:
Picard was the best captain.
You can have a phrase with a subject and verb that does not express a complete thought. Often, this occurs when the sentence starts with a conjunction:
Because Picard was the best captain.
A conjunction is a word, such as “and,” “but,” or “because,” that is used to join two thoughts together. “Because Picard was the best captain” is missing a second thought and is therefore incomplete.

A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are connected by a comma:

Picard was the best captain, Sisko is my favorite.
“Picard was the best captain” and “Sisko is my favorite” are both independent clauses; therefore, this is a comma splice.
There are three ways to fix a comma splice.

1. Replace the comma with a period

Picard was the best captain. Sisko is my favorite.
This is the easiest fix, and it gives you two complete sentences. However, depending on the audience and context for your writing, these two sentences might need a transitional word or phrase to show how they work together. Replacing the comma in a comma splice with a period works best when your two clauses are two independent and individual thoughts and when it’s clear to your audience how the two clauses are related.

2. Replace the comma with a semicolon

Picard was the best captain; Sisko is my favorite.
This is grammatically correct, but your reader might get confused if it’s unclear how your two clauses are related. A semicolon should only be used when two independent clauses are so very closely related that they simply cannot be in separate sentences.

3. Turn one of the independent clauses into a dependent clause

Adding a conjunction after the comma makes the second clause dependent:
Picard was the best captain, but Sisko is my favorite.
Adding an introductory element makes the first clause dependent:
Even though Picard was the best captain, Sisko is my favorite.
Bonus tip: “However” sometimes acts like a conjunction, but it’s not one. It’s a conjunctive adverb, which is similar to a conjunction, but different. The biggest difference is that a clause starting with a conjunction is almost certainly a dependent clause (But Sisko is my favorite…), while a clause starting with a conjunctive adverb is almost certainly an independent clause (However, Sisko is my favorite).
This means that “Picard was the best captain, however Sisko is my favorite” is STILL a comma splice.
A comma splice in your writing makes your ideas feel rushed. Comma splices are sometimes used intentionally in artistic writing, like a novel, when a character’s thoughts are racing. However, in academic writing, they should be avoided so that each idea is given the weight it deserves and so that the reader understands how different ideas relate to each other.

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7 Easy Ways to Perfect Your Resume

These seemingly small details in your resume can make a big difference in helping you get noticed for the roles you want.

Whether you’re a recent grad new to the job search or an experienced professional looking for new opportunities, these seemingly small details in your resume can make a big difference in helping you get noticed for the roles you want.
Check out our quick tips for taking your resume from good to great:

1. Skip the formatting headache

Pre-formatted templates make it easier for you to get to the important steps – detailing the skills and accomplishments that make you right for the job – rather than wasting time on borders, spacing and fonts. If you’re creating your first resume, you might find it helpful to use a free template to get started.
Microsoft Word offers a variety of templates to help individuals at different career stages, from recent graduates to seasoned professionals, create the right resume for their job search. Free design tool Canva also has a library of resume templates that are ideal for those in creative industries like graphic design and marketing.

2. Show what you know

 It’s important to highlight your most recent degree and professional certifications. If you’ve earned an advanced degree, such as an MBA or an MSN, for example, list that at the top of your education section. Similarly, industry-recognized certifications might make you more qualified for the position you are applying for, so don’t bury them at the bottom of the page.

3. List your most relevant experience first

Your employer doesn’t need to know about every job you’ve ever had – only the ones that make you a good candidate for the role you are interested in. If you’re switching careers, highlight transferrable skills you gained from your old job that are applicable to this new role. If you’re a recent graduate or current student, highlight the skills and qualifications you have as a result of your internship experience, coursework and extracurricular activities. Check out this blog post for more resume writing tips.

4. Send your resume as a PDF

This is a simple but often-overlooked step that can make a big difference in your job search. When you send your resume as a PDF, you ensure that whoever opens the file sees it exactly as you intended. Some word processing applications may not be compatible, and older versions of Word can have trouble opening emailed documents. You want to make it as easy as possible for recruiters and hiring manager to open, read and pass along your resume.

5. Name your resume

More often than not, resumes are submitted and reviewed electronically. Therefore, it’s important to name the document so that it is easily searchable in the recipient’s inbox.
Pro tip: the name of your resume should not be “resume.” Include your first name, last name and the word “resume” in the title of your document to make sure that it doesn’t get lost in the shuffle.

6. Add links

Since you can assume that your resume will be opened on a computer or mobile device, consider embedding hyperlinks to your LinkedIn page, blog or online portfolio if you have one. You can also hyperlink your email, so that it’s even easier for a prospective employer to reach out to you after reviewing your resume.

7. Update your LinkedIn

If you’ve gone to the trouble to overhaul or refine your resume, make sure that those changes are reflected on your LinkedIn profile as well. This is especially important if you’ve included the link to your LinkedIn page in your resume document. You can even upload your resume PDF to LinkedIn to make it easier for recruiters and potential employers to read about your accomplishments.

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Classroom Activities: Halloween Party Alternatives

It’s no secret that many schools have ceased Halloween celebrations, given many families’ religious beliefs that conflict with the annual end-of-October festivities.
But there are still many ways that educators can acknowledge the crisp fall season without compromising a student’s beliefs.
Here are a couple alternatives to traditional Halloween celebrations that your students will certainly enjoy:
Children’s Book Character Parade – You and your class can dress up as characters from their favorite books and walk through the hall in a parade.
Career Day — This Halloween party alternative lets students to dress up like the professional (lawyer, fireman, web editor, etc.) they would like to be when they become adults.
Fall Festival, or “Falloween” Celebrations — These include field trips to the pumpkin patch and apple orchard, fall-themed pumpkin activities, and learning about plant life and nocturnal animals.
Discover some great new classroom activities that can help you celebrate the autumn season >>
Elsewhere on TeachHUB.com today, we give a rundown of our favorite math apps. These iPad apps for teachers strive to make math something that students look forward to learning and educators eager to teach.
By using these iPad apps for teachers in and beyond your classroom, you will undoubtedly facilitate fun learning and even spark a bit of imagination in your K-8 classrooms.
Learn more about the best math iPad apps for teachers >>
October is Bully Prevention Month. Did you know that TeachHUB can be your go-to resource for an in-service day dedicated to helping your district combat bullying?
Our turnkey in-service solutions feature professional, industry-leading expert speakers and are prepared to give an exceptional presentation on this topic and many others.
In a TeachHUB-led in-service seminar, teachers will participate in various anti-bullying activities and they will anti-bullying strategies they can use to help prevent and intervene with bullying behavior and participate in modeled exercises to create self-awareness within a child.
Teachers will learn how other educators are encouraging anti bullying behavior in and outside of the classroom across the country.
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How to Engage ALL Kids in Reading

One of the greatest challenges facing educators is getting students to be proficient, passionate readers. Surprisingly, the solution to conquering the reading challenge is surprisingly simple…

About two years ago, I was working with a school district with a poverty rate of over 70% in a semi-rural area. The teachers and I were transitioning the middle school literacy curriculum from a more teacher-directed, traditional paradigm to a student-directed, literature circle, and writing workshop paradigm.

As I worked with my teacher colleagues, I was fortunate enough to get to know them and their students. One teacher (I’ll call her Ms. Smith) taught the lowest level readers in the 6th grade. As she and I prepared some team lessons, I was eager to meet her kids and I was immediately struck by the differences I witnessed in her class and their attitudes toward reading.

More than 20 years of literacy teaching experience has taught me was to be ready to deal with reluctant and disinterested readers, as this is usually the case with the lowest level readers. Yet this was not the case on the first day and every day that I co-taught with Ms. Smith.

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Classroom Management: Creating Strong Students, People

Modern educators are charged with teaching the basics, including math, science, and language arts.
But today on TeachhUB.com, frequent contributor Jordan Catapano notes that he wants to mold not just academic beings, but to challenge them to become strong people as well.
Jordan cites several differences between strong students and strong people in today’s article. For instance, a strong student focuses on English, science, math, history, etc., while a strong person focuses on responsibility, motivation, kindness, passion, etc.
It’s a challenging read that’s bound to shake up your educational philosophy, and will encourage you to go the extra mile to build up a capable future citizenry.
Get classroom management tips on how to build snot just strong students, but strong people >>
In this month’s issue of TeachHUB magazine, we take a humorous look at the “technological” innovations of yesteryear like the ditto machine. We also instruct educators on what to do when modern technology fails, and our podcast offers up valuable tips on how to get the most out of upcoming teacher conferences.
Did you know TeachHUB magazine is FREE? It is, and it’s a terrific resource designed to help you become a better educator.
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Everyone from kids to teachers to visiting parents loves an engaging classroom game, and TeachHUB.com is a great resource for learning about this remarkable way to educate.
Classroom games add flair and student engagement to more tedious, yet necessary tasks like teaching math facts, grammar rules and vocabulary, reviewing for tests or even completing lab experiments. Adding an element of competition motivates and energizes students.
One for our most consistently popular articles has been Engaging Classroom Games for All Grades, an article that includes how to carry out great ideas like Educational Bingo, Hangman, and Scavenger Hunts.

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How to Engage ALL Kids in Reading

One of the greatest challenges facing educators is getting students to be proficient, passionate readers. Surprisingly, the solution to conquering the reading challenge is surprisingly simple…

About two years ago, I was working with a school district with a poverty rate of over 70% in a semi-rural area. The teachers and I were transitioning the middle school literacy curriculum from a more teacher-directed, traditional paradigm to a student-directed, literature circle, and writing workshop paradigm.

As I worked with my teacher colleagues, I was fortunate enough to get to know them and their students. One teacher (I’ll call her Ms. Smith) taught the lowest level readers in the 6th grade. As she and I prepared some team lessons, I was eager to meet her kids and I was immediately struck by the differences I witnessed in her class and their attitudes toward reading.

More than 20 years of literacy teaching experience has taught me was to be ready to deal with reluctant and disinterested readers, as this is usually the case with the lowest level readers. Yet this was not the case on the first day and every day that I co-taught with Ms. Smith.

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Classroom Management: How to Regain Control of a Class

If you’re a brand-new teacher just starting out or you’re a seasoned veteran with years under your belt, you’ve certainly run into situations where you’ve lost control of your classroom.
It’s certainly a frightening situation, and it can come about via a variety of ways: Kids get distracted, they’re ready for the next period, or they are bored.

But don’t let them defeat you! Today on TeachHUB.com, frequent contributor Janelle Cox lists several different methods by which an educator can regain control of a lost class, including:
  • Rearrange the seating chart
  • Share your frustration
  • Be confident
  • Lead by example


Above all, Janelle suggests that teachers be confident in their abilities to reign in an out-of-control class.

Learn some time-honored classroom management tactics to gain back control of a wild class >>
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Teacher Interview Questions and Answers
TeachHUB.com has become a go-to resource for candidates seeking a teaching job. One of our consistently popular articles, 6 Common Interview Questions for Teachers and How to Answer Them, offers up the most popular teacher interview questions according to our educational experts, and gives suggestions on well-thought-out answers.
Other helpful employment-related articles we’ve published include How to Survive a Group Interview, 3 Proven Ways to Get a Teaching Job, and Interview Disasters and How to Avoid Them. Study these articles and ace your way through the hiring process!
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Women\’s History Month Lesson: Your Place in the Race

A race is a work of art that people can look at and be affected in as many ways as they\’re capable of understanding ~ Steve Prefontaine

As educators, we often try to teach our students more than just facts and formulas. Being an avid female runner, there is a certain historical story which holds great meaning to me and teaches a lesson that cannot be graded through any test or quiz. Not only have I found personal inspiration from it, but I also found it has great ties to the classroom.

It wasn\’t that long ago that women were denied entry into distance running races. Despite records of women having completed marathons in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, prior to 1968 women were not allowed to compete. Many believed that females simply weren\’t fit for such athletic feats. And so, decade after decade, officials declared that women had no place in the race.

This didn\’t stop women from running, of course. There\’s an almost primal drive that compels some humans to move, to push, and to explore. Despite my love for my comfy chair, blankets, and lap dog, I feel that drive. I run to think, to quiet my thinking, to let out stress, to see the world, to appreciate nature, to feel alive. I race myself, I cheer on others, and I love going further than I\’ve ever gone before. I simply can\’t fathom being told I\’m not cut out for the challenge.

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How to Handle the Parent-Teacher Conference

It’s that time of year again – time for the semi-annual parent-teacher conference.
Although this type of meeting can strike fear into the hearts of all parties involved (even the students!), frequent TeachHUB.com contributor Janelle Cox today spells out methods for executing a good conference, including the most important factor: Always be prepared.
Janelle also states that for a teacher to carry out a good conference with parents, educators should start and end the meeting on a positive note, and she also recommends that teachers answer all questions, comments, and concerns.
Get the best tips on preparing for and carrying out a successful parent-teacher conference >>
22 Ways to Add Rigor to Your Classroom
Also today on TeachHUB.com, we list out 22 ways that teachers can add rigor to the classroom. Rigor is quite the educational buzzword of late, and writer Jacqui Murray wades through the jargon to give you operative tips on injecting rigor into your curriculum.
Some samples:
  • Expect inquiry.
  • Face unknown questions with a smile.
  • Focus on exceptional expectations.
  • Support students so they can reach high expectations.

Learn some quick ways to add rigor today >>
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