Ellen Kottler, Ed.S., has been a teacher for over 30 years in public and private schools, alternative schools, adult education programs, and universities. She has worked in inner-city schools as well as in suburban and rural settings. She was a curriculum specialist in charge of secondary social studies and law-related education for one of the country s largest school districts. Ellen is the author or coauthor of several books for educators, including "Secrets for Secondary School Teachers: How to Succeed in Your First Year, ""On Being a Teacher", "Secrets for Beginning Elementary School Teach...