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Jerry Tingstad

Professor/middle school teacher/48 years
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New York, New York
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Devon Apr 19 179 views

Does anyone know why parent's get upset at teachers trying to help their kids when they notice help is needed or wanted?

I'm a freshmen in college about to go into my sophomore year, i'm an elementary school education major and seeking help or advice on how to become a good teacher and role model for my future students.

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Zoe Apr 16 98 views

What are your favorite techniques for studying or retaining information? #Spring26

It's been a few years since I've had to study for school, and I would love tips and tricks that have worked for other students.

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Greta Apr 15 95 views

What are different work-study opportunities that might have to do with Elementary or Special Education?

I want to be an elementary school teacher and I want to become more involved with programs that might support that. I also am hoping to get a job during the school year.

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Gabriel Apr 14 549 views

How should I determine my double major/minor as a prospective Government major??

As a prospective government major at William and Mary, would it be wise to include a major or a minor in business? My thoughts were that an additional focus in a slightly more technical field would make me more competitive and add job security, and I would love some additional insight into...

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Rylan Apr 13 156 views

Why have to take specific school courses at a young age like history if we aren't growing up to be a history teacher?

because I'm not gonna need to learn about Greek gods to be a lawyer so I feel some courses are not very useful.

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Ivana Apr 08 108 views

What is the process like to become an elementary school teacher?

Hello! I am in school as an elementary education major & I was wondering what the process is like after graduating college to become a teacher? Do I have to student teach before becoming an actual teacher?

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Linda Apr 09 226 views

As an incoming college freshman, what are the most important connections that I should make, both in and out of the class to help me towards getting involved ?

Specifically for STEM majors, and just clubs

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Cameron Apr 09 114 views

How do I make a smooth transition from high school with a small knit community to a large university two states away from home #Spring26?

I am afraid I will get homesick and will be too far away to come home easily.

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Kaiya Apr 08 513 views

What is the best way to ensure learning mastery for students?

I am a Freshman in college, I am pursuing my dream of becoming an elementary education teacher. I want to be sure to to ensure teaching mastery for all students, to help with that, understanding advice now and being able to apply it to my knowledge and future teaching will be beneficial.

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Lillian Apr 07 457 views

What kinds of majors/minors would be best for my passion for teaching psychology and yoga?

Hi ! I'm a junior in highschool and I want to incorporate my interests into what I will end up doing for a career. I want to be able to teach wellness classes that use psychological sciences, along with yoga, breath work, art, and other tools, to help students in school release energy and learn...

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Bea Mar 24 769 views

what are some good careers for people with adhd?

what are some good jobs for somebody who has adhd/autism, but doesnt like math or have any interest in working into the medical feild. but does very well in english and the soical sciences.

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Aaryan Mar 10 454 views

What path should I choose?

I am now 27. I completed my BA in 2020 with 5.7 CGPA and dropped my MA course midway in 2022. It's shame that I am sitting idle in these last 3.5 years and still not able to figure out what to do. I just hesitate and keep on thinking before trying to attempt. I have no work experience. I am a...

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Suman Mar 04 304 views

What to do in my situratision

What are my chances of getting a job faster in the private sector vs government sector if I have a speech/voice clarity issue? I am from Nepal and I have a 40% speech clarity issue due to a medical condition. Around 60-65% of people understand me, but some still struggle. I do not care about...

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Sofia Mar 05 1426 views

What’s most difficult about becoming a teacher and how can I make it more efficient?

I am Sofia and go to crane middle school. I’m a 7th grader in Mr. Francis’s 1st period class. I want to be an elementary school teacher and want to get my doctorates degree. I want my doctorates to have a higher education and pay. Is it difficult to become a teacher? What can I do to make the...

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Tanner Jan 30 1049 views

I'm between majors, is teaching and photography a realistic career?

I'm committed to a college already and I'm between becoming a photographer or a elementary teacher.