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This blog was originally published on Finding Common Ground at Education Week by Peter DeWitt on October 21, 2012 6:27PM

Peter DeWitt (@PeterMDeWitt) is an elementary principal in upstate, New York. He blogs at Finding Common Ground for Education Week and is the author of 

Many teachers feel the need to supplement their income, often assuming part-time employment in addition to full-time teaching careers. But according to Education News, teachers have begun finding ways to profit from their existing curriculum and materials that they have created for classroom use. They are selling them online, and this practice is gaining momentum. Not only are teachers able to earn a little extra income, they are able to purchase materials that are less costly simply by purchasing them fr…

Peter DeWitt (@PeterMDeWitt) is an elementary principal in upstate, New York. He blogs at Finding Common Ground for Education Week and is the author of Dignity for All: Safeguarding LGBT Students (Corwin Press). He can be found at www.petermdewitt.com. Teach.com is thrilled to welcome Peter…

Every year, more and more teachers are taking advantage of the wealth of information available online. Teacher blogs, education sites, social networking tools and lesson plans are all available on the Internet, and each can provide a tremendous boost for teachers getting back into the swing of things at the start of the school year.

While the breadth of information can be a blessing, it also leaves teachers with a lot to sift through before they can find the most helpful resources out there. To help make your transition back to school as smooth and successful as possible, we've ass…

These days, mobile apps are as prevalent in the classroom as they are in the office. Teachers need information on the run, as well as fun activities and lesson plans to keep their students engaged. To meet those needs, developers have been steadily adding to an impressive lineup of educational apps. In an increasingly digital classroom, all teachers should consider finding ways to utilize these creative and useful apps. Here are five must-have education apps for a successful back-to-school season:

1. Mobile Education Store

• Available on: iPad, iPhone
• Focus: Grammar and syntax
• Pr…

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