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Elementary Education Elementary Education Teaching 101 Student Discipline Lesson Plans From Beth Lewis, your Guide to Elementary Education If you look hard enough, there's also something controversial happening in Education. Add to the mix the intricate issues of technology and the Internet... and you have a whole new world of touchy topics confronting teachers, parents, and students today. What do you think? ~Beth Teacher Fired For Venting On Facebook Have you heard about the teacher who lost her job because she complained about her students in a Facebook status update? I happen to think that her comment was not just innocent venting; she suggested a wish for physical harm, up to even death, on her students. If I were a parent of one of her students, I definitely wouldn't feel comfortable sending my child back to her classroom. Sure, we've all been frustrated and annoyed with our students. We may even vent to a friend on the phone after a long day on campus. So where do we draw the line? Do you think this teacher should lose her career over what she typed and sent out to friends on her personal Facebook account?... Read more How to Discuss Tragedy With Your Students As members of the human race, we're all heartbroken about the tragedy that continues to unfold in Japan. Undoubtedly, our students have heard about the situation. They might even mention it or have questions for you. It's important to handle sensitive and tragic situations with care. Here's how to discuss tragedy with your young students. Have your students brought up the earthquake/tsunami? What have you told them in response?... Read more How to Get Along With Your Colleagues Teaching can feel like an isolating job at times, especially when we close the classroom door to work with our young students. But that doesn't mean we're truly alone in our jobs or that problems can't arise with our colleagues. That's why it's important to minimize conflicts in the teacher's lounge. In the brief moments we're chatting by the copier or eating our rushed lunches side by side, it's surprising how little problems can arise and consequently be blown out of proportion if we're not proactive. What are your rules for maintaining a drama-free zone with your fellow teachers?... Read more Substitute Teaching Tips Being a substitute teacher is a tough job, but someone's got to do it. How to be the best you can be every day, no matter what school you're at or how the students are behaving. Elementary Education Ads Teacher Teacher Lesson Plans School Teacher Jobs Elementary Education Art Teacher Resume Featured Articles Professional Growth Tools Becoming an Elementary School Teacher Assessment and Testing Education Glossary Core Teaching Strategies Lesson Plans and Activities   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More> This newsletter is written by: Beth Lewis Elementary Education Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Elementary Education newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Top 10 Easter Books to Read Aloud Tax Deduction Tips For Teachers Teach Reading Comprehension How to Set Up a Green Classroom 6 Traits of Successful Teachers Advertisement