Education Articles

Secondary Impact Syndrome – Signs and Symptoms

May 17, 2013 – 7 views

Secondary impact syndrome (SIS) is a traumatic brain concussion injury that can occur to athletes that have already had at least one concussion in the past. When a second concussion occurs before all the symptoms have resolved from the first concussion, a traumatic brain injury actually alters the way the brain functions. The most common immediate signs and symptoms of a concussion are:... Full Story 

Five Important Skills to Teach Special Needs Students Who are Transitioning out of High School

May 7, 2013 – 20 views

To create a curriculum that adequately teaches students with special needs an assortment of essential life skills, teachers will first need to obtain each student’s educational plan. The goals and objectives listed throughout the plan will determine the life skills that each student needs to be taught... Full Story 

From Desperation to Dedication: Robbery Prevention, Apprehension and Recovery

May 1, 2013 – 22 views

Robberies of our Financial Institutions are at the very least a steady trend, and in many areas of the country is hitting at an alarming and increasing rate. Robbery is here to stay and the only chance that our Financial Institutions have surrounding the areas of Prevention, Apprehension and Recovery involves training, training and more training... Full Story 

Healthy Food In Schools Gaining Momentum

April 18, 2013 – 47 views

School boards across North America have been challenged in recent years to get rid of the junk food in school cafeterias and vending machines and replace it with healthy, nutritious meals and snacks. And while it may seem obvious that this is the right thing to do, it is not always that simple... Full Story 

Discipline Is Crucial For Growth Of Children

April 2, 2013 – 75 views

"Discipline is the defining fire by which talent becomes ability" is a notable quote said by Roy L. Smith. Often parents and teachers find it quite erroneous to deal with children regarding discipline. This is a part of the training which children are imparted along with the education since both are important for the formation of a good character. Good habits don't come so easily and discipline is one among them. In today's modern world where people don't have time for their family, bringing up children in a good environment is getting costlier and difficult as well... Full Story 

Treatment of Internet Addiction Disorder

March 15, 2013 – 91 views

Experts don't possess a definitive response about how or why Internet addiction takes place. One speculation is that several individuals become keen about the social features of the Internet because they find on-line relationships less threatening or more controllable. Another is that Internet addiction is an escape device for individuals with monetary stresses or relationship problems. Some clinicians think Internet addicts go through a "high" the same as betting... Full Story 

Learning Tools and Activities for Children with Asperger's Syndrome

March 11, 2013 – 108 views

Asperger’s Syndrome is classified under the spectrum of Autistic disorders. These children’s specific strengths and weaknesses should be taken carefully into consideration when planning activities to assist their learning and recreational development... Full Story 

Engaging Special Children into Extracurricular Activities

February 18, 2013 – 104 views

Extracurricular activities play an important role in every child's life. Children with disabilities who participate in extracurricular activities develop skills, talents and friendships. Children with special needs often feel excited and thrilled when they participate in the ‘extra activities' in school besides regular academics. It is often seen that special children have extra talents in certain fields; therefore exposure for them is very necessary. Some avenues can be like – music, drama, dance, art, sports drill etc... Full Story