Student loans are basically non-dischargeable, almost everyone knows this. There are some very specific circumstances where even today you can have your student loan debt discharged, but that is a narrow exception that often requires a fight and money to fight. We will discuss the current state of dischargeability in […]
3 Big Fat Awful Lies That Parents of Special Needs Children Mistakenly Believe
I am the mother of a bright and funny highly-distractible, often impulsive, sometimes socially awkward 7 year old boy. I feel blessed (on most days) that God has entrusted me to raise and nurture this little genius in the making. But lately I’ve been so inundated with work that I […]
What is Scientific Inquiry?
Scientific inquiry requires students to use higher order thinking skills as they learn science using a hands-on minds-on approach. Inquiry’s foundation has its roots in John Dewey’s book Democracy in Education (1916). In this book he describes how true learning begins with the curiosity of learners. Defining Scientific Inquiry His […]
HBCUs – Relevant and Necessary in 21st Century America
HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) have played a vital role in the history of U.S. education even though some critics attempt to marginalize their vast accomplishments. At the same time, even though some of these critics also question their relevance in 21st century America, HBCUs are as vital and […]
Science Is Important In a Preschool
The “s” for “science” is left out in the pursuit of the “3 R’s” (e.g., “reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic”) as the foundation for an early childhood education curriculum. However, science is invaluable in education, especially in the daycare and preschool years. Science is more than just learning chemical equations and […]
How to Teach Analytical English and Literature Online to Home Schoolers
What Is Analytical English? When the author refers to analytical English, she means that teachers can do more than teach rudimentary grammar and speaking. Reading with literary analysis can be employed at any stage/level to improve speaking skills. Analytical-English teachers explore literary elements including plot, setting, conflict, crisis, characterization, rising […]
Can You Homeschool Your Child and Still Work Full Time?
In today society the majority of families are dual income earners. Someone that wants to switch their children from public school or home school may shy away from the idea simply because they currently work at full-time job. Although it may be a difficult task it is certainly one that […]
The Importance of Financial Education
“Vitally important for a young man or woman is, first, to realize the value of education and then to cultivate earnestly, aggressively, ceaselessly, the habit of self-education.” -BC Forbes Education is extremely important to any successful investor. Education can come in many different flavors. Some people have been given the […]
A Mother’s Dilemma On Preschool Homework
Homework for preschoolers… what is your response to this practice? Well, let me first clarify what kind of homework I am referring to. It’s the kind that requires a child to copy numerous pages of alphabets or words. And if the child is learning mandarin, it would be copying pages […]
Child Begging: A Blight on Society
For child beggars, there is nothing like school. From day to day, week to week, months running into years, the routine is the same: begging along highways despite the inherent risks and hazards. Begging has become a widespread profession in many developing countries. Some adults beg because it is an […]