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In recent years, YouTube has become an increasingly popular platform for learning, owing to its ease of access by both students and tutors. It has become a reliable source of material for students, often complementing and adding to what is taught in the classroom. For educators, it has provided an alternative way of teaching as well as reaching a wider student base. YouTube has also created an opportunity to build an online tutoring career, potentially an additional source of income. How YouTube works Before using any platform, for educating or otherwise, it is essential that one learns how it operates. …

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For educators, it’s easy to overlook the concept that teaching doesn’t equal learning. Regardless of how much care and effort we put into our students, true success lies in the students’ ability to incorporate the information we share with them. At any age, learning goes beyond merely shaping our worldview. Learning has the ability to alter the physical composition, tissue, and neuronal structure of our brains. Luckily for educators, there are a plethora of science-backed methods that can help improve how we structure and instruct our classrooms. Keep reading to find out our favorite dos and don’ts to take your …

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For Pre-k teachers, keeping students engaged can prove to be a herculean task. Despite classes leaning more towards the traditional environment, it’s important to recognize the significance of music, play, and interaction in Pre-k classes. Luckily, there is a host of valuable YouTube channels to help teachers boost their Pre-k classroom lessons. Super Simple Song Learning music can be greatly beneficial to kids, from learning new concepts to becoming more socially aware. So, a music-based channel like Super Simple Song can be an invaluable resource in a pre-k classroom. The channel incorporates some originals as well as traditional nursery rhymes …

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Teaching in middle school can be quite a challenge. At this stage, students are right between childhood and adolescence. Therefore, it is often difficult to command their attention in the classroom and help them understand difficult topics. Fortunately, YouTube has several channels that may help your students learn as well as help you educate them through those “awkward years.” TED-Ed Contrary to the belief that most content on TED is primarily directed at adults, the channel has valuable content for every age group. The content is interactive and helps students learn anything from history to science and emotional well-being. SoulPancake …

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Most students are accustomed to using technology by the time they reach high school. From online gaming social media to chatting with friends, technology is almost a no-brainer for most teenagers. Check out these useful YouTube channels to help improve your high school class lessons. The School of Life The school of life is primarily a humanities-focused channel, with a wealth of information on history, literature, psychology, and interestingly pop culture. The animations are done in a pseudo manner, which is excellent for holding students’ attention while conveying crucial real-world issues. Numberphile  If you’re a math educator, the chances are …

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For an elementary school teacher, there is a myriad of challenges that come with the job. Sometimes, it is difficult to hold the students‘ attention for long stretches, and other times they just need a break from the typical class routine. With more schools embracing tech in the classroom, it’s imperative to model prudent internet use for educational purposes. If you’re looking for novel ways to spice up your elementary class, these 10 YouTube channels might just be what you need. TED-Ed While most TED talks are geared towards adults, the channel has created content that is suitable for a …

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Raising kids has almost become synonymous with increased screen time. Could our dalliance with tech actually be a hindrance to learning? For most parents, phones and tablets have made their tasks easier, from teaching their kids basic colors and ABCs to keeping them occupied whenever they go out. However, these technologies have left many kids detached from nature and manual work. The gap created in our kids’ education could have them grow into half-baked adults. Similar to building a classroom library, frequently exposing young kids to nature and the outdoors gives them the opportunity to catch some fresh air as …

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