Keep Your Child Healthy and Active Over Summer BreakSummer is exciting for children looking forward to warmer weather and free time. Discover low- and no-cost ways to instill healthy habits over break. Nov 08 24November 08, 2024Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Celebrate AAPI Month with Virtual Field TripsDiscover ways to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with multimedia exhibits, podcasts, and more. Apr 23 24April 23, 2024Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Does Your Student Have Test Anxiety? | Connections Academy®Does your student have test anxiety? Understand symptoms of test anxiety and a few tips for supporting your student. Apr 02 24April 02, 2024Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Women's History Month Virtual Field TripOpportunities to Celebrate Women’s History Month Take a Virtual Field Trip to the National Women’s History Museum The African American Women in Civil Rights Movement exhibit explores women’s vital contributions through this era, including… Feb 29 24February 29, 2024Article at Pearson Connections Academy
4 Ways to Develop School Spirit in Online SchoolNeurodivergence in the Online Classroom: Creating A Sensory-Friendly Learning Environment The Importance of Volunteering in Your Community for Elementary and Middle School Students Feb 16 24February 16, 2024Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Supporting Interpersonal Learners in Online SchoolIdentifying Interpersonal Learners Download Identifying Interpersonal Learners Infographic How Do Interpersonal Learners Learn Best? What Are Activities for Interpersonal Learners? Volunteering in the community Attending school field tripsJoining… Oct 27 23October 27, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
How to Know if You are Too Hands-on in Your Child's EducationAs a parent, it’s hard to watch your child struggle. It can be tempting to jump in and help at the first sign of a challenge, but doing so could end up being less of a help to your learner than you hoped. As a Learning Coach, you should be involved… Sep 18 23September 18, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
School Supplies You May Want to Skip in Online School | Connections Academy®Discover the school supplies you may want to skip in online school, along with 5 unexpected items you should plan on purchasing. Aug 28 23August 28, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
What Kind of Reader Are You?Your learner works hard all year to improve their literacy and expand their knowledge. With your support, you can help your child minimize the knowledge lost over summer break. Your child doesn’t need to read non-stop to see the benefits—reading just… Aug 10 23August 10, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Cultural Awareness for Global Online Teachers: Best Practices for Teaching Students from the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaThe culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can be seen as strict and conservative, particularly compared with Western culture. Don’t let these assumptions scare you away from engaging with Saudi Arabian learners, who have a rich cultural background.… Aug 06 23August 06, 2023Article at VIPTeacher
How to Do School at Home with an Inconsistent ScheduleOne of the key benefits of virtual learning is the flexibility it provides. If your student has appointments, performances, practices, or other interruptions during the week, they can complete their online lessons at their own pace. Some parents or… Aug 02 23August 02, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
How Does a Teacher’s Cultural Competency Impact Their StudentsCultural competency is critical in an online learning environment, particularly when teaching students in another country. Cultural competency has many benefits, but overall, it enables students to achieve greater outcomes. What is Cultural… Aug 01 23August 01, 2023Article at VIPTeacher
What to Do if Your Student Doesn't Enjoy ReadingReading has a surplus of benefits outside of the classroom. If your child doesn’t like to read, they’re missing out on more than just the school-based curriculum. According to pediatrician Sarah Klein, MD, “Reading to babies and young children is so… Jul 14 23July 14, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
When to Be Involved in Your Child's Online Education and When to Give them IndependenceAs a parent, you want the best for your child. In all aspects of life, it can be challenging to know when to provide guidance compared to encouraging independence and allowing your child to figure things out for themself. Striking the right balance… Jun 26 23June 26, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Cultural Awareness for Global Online Teachers: What Teachers Need to Know NowAs an online teacher, you likely interact with students from backgrounds much different than your own. While cultural competency and awareness is important in a physical classroom, it’s even more critical in a virtual classroom where you interact… Jun 19 23June 19, 2023Article at VIPTeacher
How Online Teachers Can Build Relationships with StudentsIf you have ever taught an online class, you know how challenging it can be to build relationships with students. It can also be a time of great joy and fulfillment for teachers. I've been teaching online for over two years, so I've seen all sorts of… Jun 16 23June 16, 2023Article at VIPTeacher
How to Design a Robot for TeensIf you’re looking for a fun STEM activity to add to your online student’s school day, check out this step-by-step video developed by a Connections Academy teacher on how to build a robot for teens using a free web app. In this STEM lesson, your… Jun 16 23June 16, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
How Virtual Learning Benefits the Whole FamilyFor many single parents, figuring out how to get their children to school on time, while coordinating extracurricular and work schedules can be incredibly challenging. Then, at the end of the day, there’s often no time left to spend together. Narelle… Jun 13 23June 13, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
Building the Perfect Personal Brand: Teacher Brand Toolkit & ExamplesAs a teacher, developing a personal brand online is imperative for connecting with other educators and preparing for future career moves. A personal brand kit is a collection of your brand resources that you can leverage any time you decide to… Jun 13 23June 13, 2023Article at VIPTeacher
Keep Your Child Healthy and Active Over Summer BreakThe transition into summer is often exciting for children but can present unique challenges. Without classes, they must find new ways to occupy their time. Often, it’s easy for kids to sit in front of the TV or another screen and spend all summer… Jun 06 23June 06, 2023Article at Pearson Connections Academy
