Articles by author: Robyn D. Shulman
Who was your favorite teacher growing up? What do you remember about this person and why? There are two main reasons students tend to be most engaged and motivated to learn from their classroom teachers: When teachers are passionate and excited about the content they’re teaching, and when students feel their teachers like and care […]
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5 Benefits of Using EBooks in an ELL Classroom
What is your favorite tool for teaching in an ELL or Bilingual classroom? When I taught ESL at the elementary and middle school level, I noticed a pattern forming that took place quite often when new students arrived in my classroom. The pattern was almost a given – and was not something I expected to […]
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Science Comes to Life with Kate the Chemist
Who loves Science? We at Summit K12 do, and we are so excited to bring you this exclusive interview with Dr. Kate Biberdorf, “Kate the Chemist!” From her site, “Dr. Kate Biberdorf is a chemist, science entertainer, and professor at The University of Texas. Through her theatrical and hands-on approach to teaching, Dr. Biberdorf is breaking down the […]
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How Humor & Education Go Together
Today, more than ever, it is essential to have some fun and humor at school. Regardless if you’re a student, a teacher, or an administrator, we all need a good laugh as we face many changes in education. At Summit K12, we are having fun creating the most personalized curriculum for the Texas Science Adoption in […]
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10 Ways to Build a Bridge Between ELL & Mainstream Teachers
It’s that time of the year again! Back to School! Being an ELL or Bilingual teacher comes with many gifts and challenges. What is one challenge you face the most in your professional teaching career? Many ELL teachers say lacking communication with mainstream teachers can be one of the most significant challenges they face in […]
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5 Ways Music Affects Learning
What song takes you back to a specific time or place? Did you ever get that feeling you were reliving a special moment when you heard a song from your past? Favorite songs can trigger our memory in various ways. I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “The song is stuck in my head,” demonstrating that […]
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The Importance of Teaching Science
Do you remember a favorite Science teacher or Science class you had in high school or college? I have fond memories of different teachers who taught Science in a fun, witty, and engaging manner. Watching some of the most comedic educators perform science experiments in school was quite often the highlight of my day during my […]
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Continued Threats Require a Major Shift in Healthcare Cybersecurity Risk Perception
Recent cyberattacks on healthcare institutions have thrust cybersecurity from a back-office concern to the forefront of the healthcare industry’s agenda. A significant breach at Change Healthcare disrupted essential services, underlining the vulnerability of healthcare networks to such threats and the dire consequences for patient care. Government and industry responses have stressed the importance of […]
Keith Elias: Pro Sports Retirement Doesn’t Have to Be a Fumble. NFL’s Support Systems Ease Transition to Next Chapter
The spotlight is shifting, we’re not just cheering on professional athletes during their prime, but also wondering what happens when the final whistle blows as they move from the peaks of their careers into the next chapter of their lives. The conversation turns to the challenges they face outside the sporting arena and the […]
Shaping the Future of Warehouses: Key Takeaways from MODEX 2024
As the logistics and material handling sectors pivot towards recovery and innovation, MODEX 2024 emerges as the crucible of transformation. With an attendance spike reminiscent of pre-pandemic vigor—up by 30%—the event has become the epicenter of technological showcases, signaling a new chapter for industry efficiencies. The stakes? A competitive edge in an industry where, […]
Icom Hits Orlando for the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE 2024)
Icom America’s Jon Paul Beauchamp was in Orlando, Florida for IWCE 24, the International Wireless Communications Expo. Beauchamp sent greetings from Icom’s Booth, #805. Catch all of the highlights at Icom America.
Bringing Back The Joy of Teaching
Over the summer, many teachers packed up their classrooms, closed their doors, and said goodbye when the end of the day bell rang – for good. When schools closed throughout the country for the past few years, teachers had to learn how to teach from afar and figure out different ways to support the needs […]
6 Ways Teachers Can Combat Learning Loss for Multilingual Learners
There are 4.9 Million Multilingual Learners in the United States If you are a multilingual teacher, you have made it through one of the most challenging times in history as an educator. Although the pandemic brought on trying times in education, there are always silver linings in problematic situations. During Covid, the transition to remote learning has […]