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I am a happily married mom to two great kids (even though one is a teenager)! I have degrees in Psychology and Biology and have homeschooled my children for the past 9 years. My hobbies include gardening, singing, guitar, piano, reading, and cross-stitching/embroidery. I have directed choir, taught a variety of subjects, and tutored dyslexic children to supplement our family income over the years. I'm also active in our church.

My passion is ...

Christ.

I know too much about ...

biology and music.

My parents always told me ...

choose your friends wisely.

My childhood ambition ...

be a singer

My favorite memory ...

my kids' first words and steps

Why I write ...

because it's fun and a way to share!

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

various Biology texts to prepare lesson plans/ just finished American Idol and Bones for the season/anything Christian contemporary

My first job ...

checker at a grocery store

My best moment ...

marrying my hubby

My inspiration ...

the Bible

Education > Educational Philosophy Factors that influence effective teaching in the classroom

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There are a variety of things that have an impact on how effectively classroom instruction is carried out. These factors include the teacher, the students, and the room itself. First and foremost, the teacher should be prepared for the lessons that are being presented. If the teacher does not understand the material well or is not familiar with it, there is no way to teach it effectively. So, the instructor should prepare ahead of time by reading the material and allowing time to come up with fun, interactive ways for the students to learn it. Secondly, the teacher should find age appropri...

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