Teaching the Cold War
Honestly, there are so many topics to teach in any history course. While students are naturally engaged in some, others require more planning to hook
Honestly, there are so many topics to teach in any history course. While students are naturally engaged in some, others require more planning to hook
In the United States, two major parties dominate the political system: the Democrats and the Republicans. However, third parties also play a significant role in
If you think about kids sharing a new toy, there is usually some type of conflict. For instance, both want the toy, but there is
America is unique for many reasons. People can choose what they believe in, from cultures to religions. Additionally, people learn to compromise and work with
When students think about history, they often talk about the past. While the past does allow us to shape the future, history is more than
President Kennedy was a remarkable individual. While he intended to attend Yale Law School, his decision changed after realizing the US would enter World War
While the United States runs smoothly now, this has not always happened. It took trials and tribulations to form different departments, appoint leaders, and establish
Students across the United States often focus on specific events and people during history courses. For instance, learning about World War 1, World War 2,
When teaching US History, there is a strong focus on heroic individuals. Honestly, the strength of some of our heroes allowed the United States to
September 11th, 2011, can never be forgotten in history. It is a day that changed America and Americans instantly. However, high school students do not
Sociology is such a fun class to teach in high school. Since students love to be social, they love learning the reason behind interactions. No
It is crucial to have a positive parent-teacher relationship with our students and staff when becoming a teacher. They are not the only ones we
With 15 years of experience teaching government, U.S. history, sociology, and AP government in New York and Pennsylvania, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to students and teachers all over the world. She is also a certified AP U.S. Government grader for the College Board. Melissa proudly calls Wooster, Ohio, home and is a dedicated mother of two active boys and a supportive wife to a lacrosse coach.