Liese Semans
Contributing Writer
Liese Semans, M.Ed. - Taken by Asheley Slaughter
Liese Semans worked as an elementary school teacher for nine years in both Arizona and Texas. She has a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a Master's in Teacher Leadership.
Currently she is a stay-at-home mom who is trying to fulfill her dream of becoming a novelist. She has been a freelance writer with suite101 since August of 2009. Liese lives in north Texas with her husband and five children.
Latest Articles
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Five Stories That Tell the True Meaning of Christmas
Are you looking for some stories to read with your children over the holidays? This article suggest five stories that help put Christ back in Christmas.
Nov 18, 2010
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Classroom Organization Can Help Teachers Avoid Stress
Keeping organized is crucial to avoid stress as a teacher. Read this article for some organization tips.
Nov 16, 2010
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The Importance of Test Reliability and Validity
Why should a teacher-created assessment to be reliable and valid, and how can teachers make sure their test are both? Read this article to find out.
Nov 14, 2010
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How to Increase Parental Involvement in Your School
Most school struggle with getting the parents involved. Find out five key factors that inhibit parental involvement and strategies to overcome them.
Nov 12, 2010
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IDEA and Section 504: What's the Difference?
Through use of scenario and expert reference, this article conveys the differences of IDEA and Section 504.
Nov 12, 2010
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Creative Instructional Strategies for Gifted Learners
Learn some differentiated instructional and assessment strategies that allow for accelerated learning by gifted students within the general classroom.
Nov 12, 2010
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Thankful Tree Craft
Sometimes the chaos of the holiday season makes us forget the reasons behind the celebration. Make a craft that helps put Thanksgiving into perspective.
Nov 12, 2010
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To Know Love
We pray for various reasons: finances, relationships, and a plethora of other challenges. Learn a powerful prayer that can change your life.
Oct 30, 2010
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Teacher Feedback: It's All in How You Say It
When teachers provide positive feedback it creates an environment that can motivate students to being successful in the classroom.
Aug 24, 2010
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