The Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program offers transitioning service members the ability to develop additional skills and certificates for civilian employment after active duty. SkillBridge allows service members to gain experience through additional training, apprenticeships, or internships during…
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Former and now President-Elect Donald Trump has won a second term as U.S. President. How will his election impact schools near you? Read on to learn about Trump's plans for education. Donald Trump's 2024 Education Policy Promises President-Elect Trump's…
Mentors play a pivotal role in personal and professional development. Mentorship is more than just advice—it’s about fostering growth, building confidence, and helping people realize their full potential. Teachers as Mentors For students, the impact of mentorship is profound.…
When consider a career-change from a non-school-based profession to teaching, many wonder about classroom management. Classroom management is the foundation of a productive and engaging learning environment. It encompasses the strategies and practices teachers use to maintain order, promote…
Dyslexia, a common learning difference that affects language processing, impacts millions of people worldwide. In fact, an estimated 20 percent of Americans have dyslexia. Furthermore, people with dyslexia represent 80–90 percent of all those with learning disabilities as it…
World Teachers' Day 2024 (October 5) will focus on the theme "Valuing teacher voices: Towards a new social contract for education." This year, we'll emphasize the critical importance of listening to and empowering teachers as we reimagine the future…
Teacher certification in Idaho is now faster, cheaper, and easier than ever. Read this complete page to see how American Board has worked with the state to streamline the certification process. More than 5,000 people have decided to teach…
At American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence (American Board / ABCTE), we offer a flexible pathway to teacher certification for aspiring educators. If you’re interested in becoming a teacher, we provide a step-by-step tutorial on how to enroll…
What is a patriot and why do they matter, what good do patriots offer? We observe Patriot Day on September 11th to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost during the 9/11 attacks of 2001. Patriot Day stands as a…
School is back in session and yet schools across the nation are still grappling with a critical issue: a significant shortage of teachers. This challenge, which has been steadily growing over the past few years, has reached alarming levels.…