Teachers

Like almost every other profession, teachers aren’t immune to firing. Even in the case of tenured teachers, there are situations where they may face disciplinary action or even termination. The teaching profession comes with regulations, that when breached, can result in teachers getting laid off. Other external factors like budget cuts due to recession could […]

Most of us enter the teaching profession because we love to work with children and want to help prepare them to be responsible adults. We enjoy our jobs and always want to do the best for our students. But while we may be passionate about the job, this may not always be reflected in how

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between homeroom and classroom teachers or even wondered whether they can be used interchangeably, you’re not alone. Both terms are often used interchangeably, which can confuse parents and students new to them. The truth is that teachers who fulfill these roles have different responsibilities as they focus on

Professors hold an esteemed position in academia and are highly respected for their expertise in their fields of specialty. They’re also paid higher than other instructors at the pre-tertiary levels and do not have a lot of classroom management responsibilities, since they deal with adult students. That said, various factors influence the compensations that professors

Teaching is considered a noble profession in every part of the world. After all, most of us had to pass through the instructions of a teacher to get to where we are now. But despite society’s appreciation of the critical role teachers play, teachers are notoriously underpaid, with many struggling to make ends meet. This

We’ve all heard complaints from students about why we as teachers can’t simply dish out grades. That would serve as our contribution to their lives and future success. The perception is that it wouldn’t cost us anything. Some even go as far as to ask their teachers whether they could pay them to bump up

Text messaging has become the most preferred means of communication in recent years. It’s more convenient as people can respond whenever they want and the information is readily available for them to reference. Students as a group love text messaging for these reasons as well as the various new features that enable them to creatively

Can teachers and students be friends outside of school? That’s a question that’s accompanied by varying answers from the perspectives of both teachers and students. Someone would argue that we’re all people, we share common interests, we may have certain things in common, we get along and most importantly we like spending time together. Another

There’s a general perception that professors and teachers enter the teaching profession out of love for working with children and young adults. And while this may be true in most cases, the reality of the profession is far more complex than that. Professors are expected to balance various responsibilities, from research and teaching to service

What do you think, is teaching considered a profession or an occupation? Teaching is a respectable job in every part of the world as teachers help shape the next generation of leaders and contributors to society. Most of us wouldn’t be where we are without the help of some dedicated and brilliant teachers. However, is

While it’s understandable that educational institutions restrict outsiders from accessing student information, it’s not always clear whether professors can also access this information. Can they access your transcript, and GPA, and can they even see all the classes you may be taking? The truth is that FERPA regulations permit professors within the school access to

You may have heard the rumors that a professor failed an entire class. It sounds unfair but you start wondering whether professors can actually do this and whether it’s even allowed at all. The truth is that, while it’s rare, professors can fail an entire class, and make it stick, provided they have valid reasons