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Midwest Teachers Institute was co-founded by teachers, so we are dedicated to supporting our fellow educators throughout the U.S. From providing free E-books and helpful tips to sharing best practices, we want to help teachers thrive in and out of the classroom. We are committed to assisting teachers in order to foster deeper engagement and opportunities for students to excel. We want to do our part in making the lives of today’s busy teachers a bit easier, because we’re teachers too.
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Cost of ESL Endorsement in Illinois
Cost of ESL Endorsement in Illinois Price Guide for Teachers Written by Shawn BeanApril 30, 2023 *All information provided is accurate as of the date of publication Welcome to our deep dive into the realm of the ESL Endorsement in Illinois. This comprehensive price...

99 Amazing Examples of Smart Goals for Teachers
It's a term that may make you cringe, but It's a necessary evil when creating your professional goals for the year. Let's face it, the modern teacher is pulled in so many directions that we have to pick and choose how our time is spent. So at the beginning of the...

A Comprehensive Comparison of Midwest Teachers Institute and Learners Edge Master’s Degree Programs
Introduction: At some point in your teaching career you’ll most likely need to obtain a master’s degree. The most common reason for teachers to get this degree is to improve their salaries. It’s pretty common for teachers to have their salary capped at a certain point...

22 Fun ESL/ELL Warm Up Activities and Games
According to the National Education Association, 25% of students will be an English Language Learner (ELL) by 2025. 1 in 4. And the numbers are growing rapidly. Often these young learners are identified as lower-level students, or in some cases deficient. These...