 |
Articles for Teachers
and Educators
Prof. Joe has written more than 150 articles for more than a
dozen print and on-line publications, including Teachers.net,
Empower Magazine, IMDiversity.com, and Student
Leader
Magazine. Here are some of his most requested
articles for new teachers, including some from a few of his
friends. Enjoy!
by Professor Joe Martin
When it comes to teaching, I’m often criticized for my unbridled enthusiasm. I’ve been accused of being “child-like” and somewhat “giddy” at the start of every new school year.
While most teachers moan and groan about how short their summer was and how long the school year will be, I’m called the “weird one” because I think the summer is too long and the school year is too short.
After I prove to my colleagues I’m not on drugs, I explain to them the reason for my unbelievable joy.
First of all, I explain to them (other educators) that we’re not just teachers. I tell them, “We get paid to unwrap OTHER people’s gifts.” Allow me to explain.
Continue reading...
Page 1 of 1 pages
|
|
Get the
Educator
Motivator™
E-Newsletter
|
* |
Teaching Tips |
|
* |
Stress-less Strategies |
|
* |
Monthly Motivation |
| |
It's
FREE! |
| |
|
| |
|
We will
never use your email for any other
reason than to contact you about
developments pertaining to the site. We
don't sell or distribute email addresses
to anyone for any reason.
|
|
