Attention, Please: Handling Phones in the Classroom

Attention, Please: Handling Phones in the Classroom

Smartphones are now a constant presence in students’ lives, which means every teacher eventually faces the same question: What should we do about phones in the classroom? While there is no single solution that works for every school or age group, educators are finding...
The Homesickness Factor: Managing (Family) Expectations

The Homesickness Factor: Managing (Family) Expectations

I have worked and traveled with thousands of students and educators on international tours all over the world. One common factor? From time to time, they all miss home. For many students, the thought of going on a tour with their friends and classmates is exciting....
The Homesickness Factor: Managing (Family) Expectations

The Homesickness Factor: Managing (Family) Expectations

I have worked and traveled with thousands of students and educators on international tours all over the world. One common factor? From time to time, they all miss home. For many students, the thought of going on a tour with their friends and classmates is exciting....