Public education is the cornerstone of our democracy, and with that fact comes enormous responsibilities and obligations. As public educators, we have a responsibility to teach critical thinking skills to produce an informed, educated citizenry. This charge has its roots as far back in history as Socrates and John Dewey.Read More

I am a wife, a mother to four beautiful girls, a preschool teacher, and… a student in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at EKU specializing in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (IECE) content. As I approach my final semester in the MAT IECE program, I cannot be more thankful for this experience and...Read More

With the rise of the digital revolution, the 21st century school has demanded the increased use of technology integration. The application and integration of technology in K-12 classrooms has been supported and stimulated by federal, state, and local governments and educational agencies to enhance K-12 education.Read More

Are you feeling overwhelmed with a to-do list as long as your arm? Are you feeling pressured by lack of time and looming deadlines? If you are, you are not alone. Leadership roles, while rewarding, bring a host of challenges and stresses, but there are proven methods the most effective leaders implement to handle these...Read More

Too much noise in a classroom can have a negative effect not only on students’ ability to understand what is being said, but also on behavior, the ability to concentrate or pay attention, and even performance on reading tasks. The term “classroom acoustics” refers to the level of sound and the way in which sound...Read More

Sarah Kelly graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a bachelor’s degree in communication studies. Sarah is currently a student services program coordinator for the University of Louisville. She completed her bachelor’s degree online and recently shared her thoughts about her EKU Online experience.Read More

A large percentage of our student population in Kentucky and across the United States come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Additionally, students enter our classrooms with varying abilities, disabilities, readiness-levels, and learning profiles that need to be considered when designing lessons. Research shows that race, ethnicity, cultural background, and poverty-level, can significantly influence a...Read More

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the landscape of education has been in a constant state of change. How can K-12 teachers navigate through these unsettling waters in order to provide students with a safe and effective learning experience in the classroom? Below are some strategies that teachers are effectively using in the classroom.Read More

If you are ready to make a change and start a rewarding new chapter in your career a Master of Arts in Teaching or MAT degree can help you reach your goals. An MAT degree is a graduate degree program for individuals who already hold a non-teaching bachelor’s degree and are interested in becoming a...Read More

The learning environment may be changing, but the commitment shown by educators has not wavered. Teachers are integral to the success and well-being of communities. Whether staying late to tutor a student falling behind or delivering food to district families during a health crisis, teachers show unmatched dedication. To show appreciation for the commitment shown...Read More