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September 18, 2018
The population of the United States might be shifting to the South and the West, but the best paying teaching jobs continue to be in the Northeast. With the exception of California, most of the best […]
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September 13, 2018
There are many choices for educators looking to elevate their career by earning a master’s degree. More universities are offering graduate degrees for teachers. Sometimes it’s difficult to identify the […]
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September 4, 2018
Just like a person launching a career in software engineering might choose to work in high-tech areas such as Silicon Valley or Boston, teachers gain an advantage by choosing the best states for […]
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August 14, 2018
Big data already is having a significant impact in the healthcare industry on issues as disparate as patient satisfaction scores and improving time spent transferring patients from one area of […]
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July 25, 2018
Passing the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure is one of the major steps for every teacher in the state. It’s a mandatory test that demonstrates a teacher’s expertise in the subject matter […]
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July 25, 2018
For teachers everywhere, earning a master’s degree improves both their skills in teaching and their chances of earning the top jobs in their profession. In Massachusetts, it’s a requirement for […]
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July 23, 2018
The explosion of technology innovation has created a wealth of opportunity for businesses to leverage data and analytics. Both are making operations more efficient and effective. However, it’s also lead […]
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July 16, 2018
The introduction of the Response to Intervention (RtI) model in school districts means the role of data is more vital than ever. Educators are responsible for administering assessments, collecting data, […]
A teacher smiles at the camera with a classroom of elementary school students working behind her.
July 16, 2018
Merrimack College’s new online Master of Education (M. Ed.) degree has exceeded expectations. It provides working professionals with a program that is aligned with employers’ needs and the Massachusetts teaching standards.  This […]
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July 16, 2018
If you’re passionate about education, a career as an elementary or secondary principal could be the right path for you. This career is facing severe shortages across the country. With […]