Summer break hits differently when you’ve been running on fumes since January. That first week is sacred. Your priorities are (in no particular order) sleeping in, ignoring all emails, and reacquainting yourself with your old friend, the couch. You’ve earned it. But once the dust settles, summer becomes something else: a rare window where you’re not just reacting. No lesson plans due, no…
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Texas teachers, here’s the reality: More than half of all K-12 students in the state are Hispanic, and nearly a quarter are enrolled in bilingual/ESL programs. That translates to over a million students who needed specialized language support throughout the 2023-2024 school year. Districts are struggling to find enough certified bilingual and ESL teachers. A critical shortage for schools? Absolutely. But…
You’re sitting at your desk after dismissal. The room is quiet (for once), and somewhere between grading essays and planning tomorrow’s lesson, you hear it again in the hallway: “My students are using ChatGPT for schoolwork.” Suddenly, you’re wondering: Is this cheating? This is the real question around AI in education. And as this technology…
Teachers shape students’ lives. Principals expand that impact across a school. Superintendents influence entire school districts—sometimes hundreds of schools and thousands of students. Landing a superintendent role is tough. The positions are competitive, and you need certification to even be considered. But once you earn that credential, doors open. UT Permian Basin’s online Superintendent Certification…
Can speaking multiple languages boost your salary? Make travel easier? Even help prevent dementia? The answer is yes. But multilingual societies also face real challenges, from schools struggling with resources to entire languages disappearing. Whether you’re considering learning a second language or wondering how multilingual communities work, this guide covers what you need to know….
Bilingualism can come in handy for travel, work, and personal conversations. But did you know bilingual brains function better and longer? Bilingual people: Impressed yet? Let’s explore the cognitive advantages of a bilingual brain. How Does Being Bilingual Benefit Your Brain? Delayed Cognitive Decline People can stay sharp as they age by reading, playing word…
September is National Literacy Month! To celebrate, we asked UT Permian Basin’s College of Education faculty to share their favorite books. You may find a few of your own favorites here, or discover something new and inspiring. Ready? Let’s dive in! Shelly Landreth, EdD (Literacy) “Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver” This is a…
Gamification in education uses game-like elements such as points, badges, challenges, and leaderboards to make learning more engaging and motivating for students. By bringing familiar features from games into the classroom, educators can encourage participation and support stronger student buy-in. From elementary school to college classrooms, you can use gamification in different ways depending on students’ needs and learning…
The Unique Challenge of Superintendency Being a superintendent/CEO, much like any chief executive position, can be inherently isolating. As the designated leader of the organization, a chief executive bridges the gap between board and staff. As a natural conduit between both groups, a superintendent wields unique access and information that must be leveraged to satisfy…
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela Shaping Education: From Pioneers to Advocates Education has long been a cornerstone of human civilization, shaping the course of society across generations. Educational pioneers like Horace Mann, who championed free public education, and Maria Montessori, who revolutionized individualized learning,…
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