How do MBA programs bridge the gap from theoretical textbook education study to the real world? Case Studies! You can do the same, using case studies for high school business courses. Case Studies for High School Business Courses Case studies are a great way to let students have a glimpse into the inner workings of a [...]

I know, I know…I like to talk bout types of learners. Particularly, I like to try to persuade everyone to my way of thinking in regards to types of learner theories. It’s just one of my things, okay? Why is it a thing? Well making really simple ideas overly complex for the sake of professional [...]

It’s 2013, and I still don’t have a flying car. Or that pill that was going to be an entire meal. Or even a rocket to vacation on the moon. So much of what I was promised when I was growing up just hasn’t come true that sometimes I wonder if I could get a refund [...]

First of all…May is Teacher Appreciation Month, so I’d like to give a big “shout out” to all the instructors out there who help to inspire and motivate our students to succeed. At the same time, I’d like to take a few moments to share with everyone a few videos I recently watched that reminded [...]

The common core state standards focus on academics and ignore electives like middle school computer applications, personal finance and family consumer science, right? Wrong! Look at the following section from the English Language Arts standards, especially the highlighted segment. Research and media skills blended into the Standards as a whole “To be ready for college, [...]

Giddyup, folks, it’s time to jump on the common core wagon! Let’s get aligned, people. Before you freak out, I want you to know that you probably are already in the ballpark. Here are some thoughts on how to align your CTE course with common core standards. Step 1: Find out what will be required [...]

Do you think outside the box with your blended learning solutions? I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking…“But Celestial, isn’t blended learning already outside of the box?” Well, yes. It’s currently outside of the norm. However, our view of what blended learning is can be broadened. We all know an online course used in conjunction [...]

We’ve debated the relevancy of types of learners theories on our blog already. Even among our staff, we agree to disagree on this topic. The one thing we do agree on is that a variety of teaching tools and methods makes for a more interesting and effective learning experience. So do you need to address [...]

We are always looking for ways to improve our teacher resources. And in that thread, we are focused on how to improve career and technical education student engagement. Aaaarrrrggghh! The book “Teach Like a Pirate” by Dave Burgess has been getting lots of buzz on twitter, so I decided to buy a copy for my [...]

Our health science teachers often talk about the need for more content regarding the personal qualities of a health care worker. What do I think? I think way more people than just health care workers need some lessons on personal qualities. So, yeah, we got that! We have a three-unit personal qualities of a health [...]