| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Classroom management | 10/3/2008 |
Q: but when the entire class starts acting badly, I have a problem controlling them, and they know that ...
A: Since I do not know what subject or grade you are teaching, I will provide you a rather general ...
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| Plagiarism | 9/3/2008 |
Q: My son was asked to define the word energy. He looked it up on Dictionary.com and wrote the ...
A: I certainly do not think that defining a word by using a dictionary source is not plagiarism, ...
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| Schools getting there | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I grew up learning disabled in a school that was a private school without much LD help when I wasn't ...
A: Michael, The situation you described is typical of private schools........many are ill equipped to ...
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| SAT | 6/16/2008 |
Q: When should I start studying for the SAT test? I'm going to be a sophomore in high school.
A: I would recommend that you speak to your guidance counselor about this........if you are a good ...
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| question | 5/3/2008 |
Q: I have a very shy and timid daughter. She came out of her shell a bit in kindergarten this year ...
A: Melanie, I would encourage you to meet the Principal. It is amazing that you are a room mom and a ...
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| Private school to public school | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I went to public school until 6th grade and then went to a private school for 4 years(last year ...
A: Since I do not know where you live, nor the requirements of the school you are intending to enter, I ...
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| need of the special need children | 3/29/2008 |
Q: What the social educationall and psychological need of the children with special need?
A: I believe that the social, educational and psychological needs of special needs children are ...
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| should students be graded? | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I am a seventeen year old highschool senior involved in a debate that is going to take place in ...
A: I do not believe that students should be "given" grades.....they should earn them. Student work ...
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| Assessment of students | 2/13/2008 |
Q: Willams, I had a questioning concerning assessment of elementary students. I was just wondering of ...
A: There are many ways of assessing students on a daily basis: Observation Conferencing Written and ...
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| Quick Question | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I reallly don't know who to ask this question, I hope you can help. I have been attending a local ...
A: I have no idea about how the hierarchy of your school but if it was me, I would ask to speak to the ...
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| Tutoring | 12/14/2007 |
Q: I have a fairly simple question. I am going to begin tutoring a girl Two days a week. For two hours ...
A: Individuals without a degree usually get $10-$15 an hour where as individuals with a degree get $25 ...
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| Teaching as a quasi-profession | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I been looking for an answer..Using the criteria for a profession, defend the idea that teaching is ...
A: Teaching is definately a profession in that teachers are highly educated, must continue their ...
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| Was this the best way to handle the situation? | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness (I'm an adult now.) In kindergarten (public school), a camera ...
A: Katie, I have never dealt with a situation like this one specifically but have dealt with parents ...
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| our 6 year old ADHD grandson | 10/10/2007 |
Q: Our grandson is now twenty years old. When he was six and in first grade he was diagnosed as having ...
A: Connie, it is very unfortunate that you and your family had to endure such insensitivity but as you ...
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| Teaching in the US | 10/5/2007 |
Q: I am a resident of Barbados seeking employment in the US as a teacher. I currently hold a BA ...
A: I do not know what the specific requirements are for Georgia, but I assume that they are similar to ...
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| Degree question | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I wasn't sure who to ask...I want to be a home economics teacher/ health teacher. My question is: ...
A: Home Economics is no longer a required course as it used to be................once in a while you ...
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| Terms??? | 8/7/2007 |
Q: My question is, does a college dean serve terms??? Much like a Governor or Senator??? If so, what ...
A: I do not know about contracts in California in that I do not live there nor have I worked ...
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| Terms??? | 8/7/2007 |
Q: My question is, does a college dean serve terms??? Much like a Governor or Senator??? If so, what ...
A: Unlike an elected official who has specific terms of office,and get their jobs by running for ...
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| AllExperts Question | 7/28/2007 |
Q: What do you think of rubrics used in classes? Are you for them or against them? Why? I would like to ...
A: When rubrics came into use about 8 years ago I was not sure about them but now they seem to be a ...
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| Math Games | 7/26/2007 |
Q: Do you have any good ideas for Math games? I'm teaching mathematics at a local facility for ...
A: Jim, I am sorry, but Math is not one of my strengths.............but I just did an internet search ...
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| Teaching in the U.S.A | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I am 17 years old and researching different careers that I could take.I would really love to move to ...
A: This is a wonderful goal for a young woman of your age. If you attend a four year University and ...
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| TEACHER CERTIFICATION | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I have a couple of questions and can't get an answer from anywhere. I am a B.Sc from India under ...
A: I am sorry, but I do not know anything about University training in India. You can easily find out ...
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| Teaching In USA | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I would like to inquire further about possibilities of working as a Pre School or Kindergarten ...
A: Most states require a 4 year degree in order to teach but there are many positions as teacher aides ...
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| I Need Help With A Student | 4/5/2007 |
Q: Courtney refuses to do anything. She doesn’t do her homework, she doesn’t do her class work, she ...
A: Hopefully, Courtney understands that she is going to fail your class if she continues to behave in ...
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| 2nd grade curriculum | 3/4/2007 |
Q: My son is in second grade. It seems that he has a lot of home work every night. He has already ...
A: It is not unusual for children to have home work in second grade. Most schools begin providing ...
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| Re: Christian School Prac. | 2/17/2007 |
Q: I'm 43 and very anxious about my first practicum which will be at The Christian Brothers high school ...
A: It is natural to be a little worried or anxious in such a new venture...just do you best and ask ...
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| Could you please answer a few of my questions? (academic honesty) | 2/1/2007 |
Q: My name is Lorelei Farrar and I am writing a paper on academic honesty. I would appreciate it if ...
A: I have not dealt with this issue often because most teachers observe cheating and as a result, take ...
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| vocabulary&writing | 11/28/2006 |
Q: how i can help my 4 grader to love writing and to improve his vocabulary?thank you
A: I would suggest that you find books that are of interest to him/her and then rather than telling you ...
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| back to school | 11/7/2006 |
Q: i am legally an adult now since i am 18 years old so i am responsible for my education now.are you ...
A: Most community colleges accept a GED as entry level....you may have to take a test to determine your ...
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| back to school | 11/7/2006 |
Q: I have been homeschooled for the last few years of highschool,and I tryed to go back but they said ...
A: I am sorry to hear of your unfortunate situation. As long as you are underage, your parents are the ...
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| speech | 9/14/2006 |
Q: im a student council member and im trying to make a good speech . can you help me choose a good ...
A: Sorry, it would not be appropriate for me to write a speech for you in that I do not know anything ...
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| advice | 9/9/2006 |
Q: I am new supervisior in english can you help me to write a report for new teacher at the begining of ...
A: Kamel, When writing a manual to assist teachers in the new year, try to include things that will ...
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| Religious Comments in Science Class | 7/19/2006 |
Q: In my elementary science classes, I often get questions and comments relating to God. I have not ...
A: I understand your diliemma.....as a Christian, I have faced this many times. I believe that when ...
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| Summer School | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I'm am starting my first real job in a week. I'm going to be teaching summer school in a IEP class ...
A: Asking them what they want to learn about is o.k. but I doubt that they will want to learn what they ...
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| teacher | 7/3/2006 |
Q: what is the characteristics of good and lovely teacher?
A: The characteristics of a good teacher is one who is well prepared, genuinely cares for their ...
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| class control | 7/3/2006 |
Q: how we can make students involved in class activities?
A: Not knowing what you teach, this varies from subject to subject but........When you design lessons, ...
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| no subject | 7/1/2006 |
Q: I am 16 years Old. FOR THE PAST 10 Years I have struggled with my studies and yes I have been able ...
A: It is never to late to learn...............believe it or not, I never liked to read until after I ...
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| Studying to become a teacher | 6/26/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if u had any advice or information on how to become a teacher, by evening study or ...
A: Darren......... You can obtain the information you need from your state's educational certification ...
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| QUESTION FIVE | 4/5/2006 |
Q: ..I don't think my questions 1-4 went through..but here those are too, while I am at it...... If he ...
A: 1) He determined how he would be paid when he signed his contract......month to month or to extend ...
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| QUESTION FIVE | 4/5/2006 |
Q: ..sorry..I forgot to mention this questions. my friend has 17 years of teaching experience and great ...
A: In my state, Arizona, the Unions welcome the opportunity to help their collegues....I encourage you ...
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| emergency classroom management | 4/5/2006 |
Q: I'm in desperate need of help. This is essentially my first year, and I'm teaching English language ...
A: This is a tough one in that you are right.......classroom management starts the very first day and ...
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| Music | 3/16/2006 |
Q: How do you handle music as it relates to scheduling problems and demands within the school day. For ...
A: I don't believe that this devalues music education at all in that a small percentage of kids are ...
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| the right method | 2/11/2006 |
Q: tell me about the right method to teach astudant who his thinking is limited?
A: Anwar, I am not sure what you mean by "thinking is limited". I can only assume that this person ...
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| parent teacher communication | 2/9/2006 |
Q: I am a second grade teacher and I have one particular parent who will argue anything and everything. ...
A: This is too bad but does happen.......you will find difficult to deal with parents throughout your ...
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| Job | 2/4/2006 |
Q: I was thinking about applying for a Library Aide position at an elementary school. I have an ...
A: This would be a good beginning if you are interested in getting into the field of education. ...
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| Principal employment | 1/6/2006 |
Q: I had a few more questions, Is there a major difference in principal jobs ...
A: The Principal's job varies from grade level to grade level. In elementary, they often have no ...
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| Principal employment | 1/5/2006 |
Q: I taught 2 years in Hawaii and now teach in a non-traditional setting at the Starbase Academy. I ...
A: There are always many jobs for good Principals. Requirements vary from state to state but all ...
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| Name Change | 1/5/2006 |
Q: I'm getting married in April, before school lets out, and will be taking my fiancee's last name. ...
A: I am sure your kids know you are getting married and are excited. I would do a fun "countdown" ...
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| dear gentleman or madam
how... | 12/14/2005 |
Q: how to manage some of personnel in a system without encourage or punishment ? please answer to my ...
A: I am sorry that this has taken so long to answer. I was on vacation and all messages were to be put ...
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| teacher in the family | 12/5/2005 |
Q: Here's a lighthearted question, but one that I am truly clueless about. My sister in law teaches 4th ...
A: I would suggest that you go to a teaching supply store (listed in phone directory). If there is not ...
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| Caring for children w/ special needs | 11/22/2005 |
Q: I am currently seeking my teaching degree and have to survey a few people with some experience. My ...
A: This is a huge question but the bottom line is that it is difficult to raise a child in the first ...
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| Elementary Education | 11/18/2005 |
Q: Ireland-Williams, I am a junior in the Elementary Education program at the University of Arkansas, ...
A: I am so sorry to hear of your experience with these misbehaving kids. I would assume that by this ...
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| Roles of teacher, parent, and child | 9/25/2005 |
Q: Williams, I am currently seeking my teaching degree and I have to interview someone that has had ...
A: Carla............ I apologize for the delay........I have been away on vacation and the notice to ...
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| student council speech | 9/19/2005 |
Q: Where can I find samples speeches for student council for children in the third grade? I need this ...
A: I have no idea where you would find a sample speech. Surely there is a reason why he/she has been ...
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| parent teacher communication | 7/13/2005 |
Q: I am a high school teacher in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. I am also a writer. Presently, I am ...
A: Robin.........this is an often published topic and you can find hundreds of articles on it. One of ...
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| Tips on Assessment | 7/7/2005 |
Q: Hie! I teach French to the 15 and above age-group. You have been a great help to me in the past and ...
A: Quantifying assessments simply give you consistent measures over time...........many of these are ...
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| Being a good substitute teacher. | 6/29/2005 |
Q: my name is James Schendel and I am currently a substitute teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School ...
A: Interestingly enough, since I retired I have been enjoying subbing. Here is how I handle ...
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| getting their attention | 6/12/2005 |
Q: I have been teaching in a middle school for the last two years and am trying to think of a good way ...
A: I have used the prompt 5-4-3-3-1 (count down slowly) for years and it has worked fine. I also have ...
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| problem students | 6/2/2005 |
Q: I teach 7th grade science in a middle school and am almost done with my second year. Last year, the ...
A: Amanda, My best advise is to welcome them to your classroom, keep doing what you have found ...
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| teaching method | 5/6/2005 |
Q: Ireland-Williams. I'm a student learning to teach. I have the following problem. I've been editing ...
A: Sarah, this depends on the grade level of the child.....if this is an elementary student, you should ...
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| Attendance | 3/5/2005 |
Q: I have two students in my class that are continuously absent/tardy. The office has spoken with the ...
A: I would suggest that you contact the parents either by phone or make a home visit. In my state ...
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| early childhood careers | 2/23/2005 |
Q: Greetings. My daughter has a BS in Early Childhood and teaches preschool, but doesn't have a ...
A: I do not know about the Parents as Teachers Program or the Child Life Program. I would suggest ...
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| leaving teaching | 1/30/2005 |
Q: I know it may seem odd that I am asking you where I should go when I leave teaching at the end of ...
A: Tony, It is not uncommon to have the "Seven Year Itch" and you should not feel uneasy or ...
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| Studying to become a teacher | 12/15/2004 |
Q: How are you? My name is Tieisha Young and I am writing to you to find out is teaching important ...
A: ....... In my 36 years of being in education, I have never heard anyone say they are in it for the ...
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| College Education | 11/9/2004 |
Q: I was wondering which is more impressive to employers on a resumé, having attended a prestigious ...
A: This is almost impossible to determine in that I do not know what given field you are planning to ...
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| Assessment | 10/24/2004 |
Q: Kindly explain what exactly is the difference between assessment and evaluation. I'm confused! How ...
A: Assessment is often testing a student with a quiz, test, etc. It can also be looking at other things ...
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| political excursion | 10/20/2004 |
Q: If you were planning to take a year 6 class to Parliament House for political studies, what actions ...
A: I would simply ask the students what they know about Parliament (prior knowledge).......lead a ...
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| Special Education Student and dealing with Principal | 9/14/2004 |
Q: I am a life skills teacher and currently have a student 9 students, and 4 school issued aides and ...
A: I would suggest that you call a staffing team meeting right away and ask the Principal to attend. ...
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| administration and senior info | 8/17/2004 |
Q: Greetings Patricia Ireland-Williams, A new niche for Life Finances ... Made Simple (a managing your ...
A: Gary, The idea you have is a good one in that all people today need money management ...
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| 1st day of school | 8/16/2004 |
Q: I guess I left out an important part..... I'm going to be the teacher. Sorry about that.I will be ...
A: JAY.......... OOPS! Glad you clarified your role. Much of what I said as if you were the student ...
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| 1st day of school | 8/15/2004 |
Q: I will be starting my first day of Kindergarten soon. What are some things should I really focus on ...
A: Jay............congratulations on starting Kindergarten......this is the beginning of a fun ...
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| on line teaching degree | 8/1/2004 |
Q: Ever since I was a teen I knew I wanted to be a public servant. I went into health occupations ...
A: Gustavo.........GOOD FOR YOU choosing to follow your dream at this point. I live in Phoenix, ...
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| memorization | 7/19/2004 |
Q: I recently retired after 18 yrs. in schools, most recently 10th grade English. I thought that ...
A: Memorization is still an important skill that all students must have in that it is a life skill. ...
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| teacher generated lesson plans | 5/4/2004 |
Q: Williams: about 15 years ago, a group of teachers developed lesson plans that integrated art with ...
A: That is an excellent question. Note: I am not a legal authority and my advise should not be seen as ...
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| Education | 4/20/2004 |
Q: W. I have been given an exercise in which this is one of the eight questions. Please help me answer ...
A: I am not sure what you are asking but in terms of equal opportunites, the public school sector works ...
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| parent problems | 4/5/2004 |
Q: a parent comes to you and complains that what you are teaching his/her child is irrelevent to the ...
A: I would make an appointment with the parent to 1) review the district and state curriculum ...
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| Prep. Time | 2/10/2004 |
Q: Our principal is eliminating the 3 minute passing time for our special area teachers. This ...
A: This often depends on negotiations by the teacher's union. I have never heard of a school calling a ...
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| Curriculum | 12/27/2003 |
Q: I am a teacher, although not presently teaching, and would like to develop curriculum for teachers. ...
A: There are many textbooks and programs that focus on this subject...........especially seen in the ...
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| your career as an administrator | 6/15/2003 |
Q: I need to interview an administrator for one of my education graduate classes. I would appreciate ...
A: The most challenging part of the job has been to try to keep the staff feeling a "buy in". I have ...
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| classroom management | 6/6/2003 |
Q: I have been a classroom teacher for six years now and have a Master's Degree in Elementary ...
A: Wow! Lots of questions.................let me see if I can help you. 1. Class size...........ideal ...
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| Interview | 2/24/2003 |
Q: and have been "out of the loop" for a long time. Can you tell me what I might best be well-versed ...
A: The competition is fierce and the questions are usually very challenging. Our district interviews ...
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| anecdotes as a student / teacher resource | 2/1/2003 |
Q: Do you think our website (see below) would be of interest to students &/or teachers for research ...
A: Jay, I am sorry for the delay in answering... I just received your request dated 2/1. I cannot tell ...
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| G.E.D | 12/2/2002 |
Q: e.d but im also a single mother and was wondering if there was anyway to take my ged at home i am ...
A: I would suggest that you contact your local community college and see what resources they ...
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