What Should A School Do?
If we are not aware of this relative mediocrity, it’s an indictment of our vision. If we are, it is an indictment of our character.
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A Better Alternative To Grading Student Writing
For amateurs developing skills, the process is far more important than the product. This is true in science and is true for writing, too.
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The Necessity Of Self-Criticism In Education
Education is ‘actuated’ by teachers. It makes sense that education should also be able to reflect critically on its own performance as well.
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The Inside-Out School: A Social Learning Model
A micro-goal of the ‘Inside-Out’ School is a new kind of ‘intelligence’ where the macro-effect is healthier communities and citizenship.
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3 Knowledge Domains For The 21st-Century Student
Humanistic knowledge focuses on studying human experiences, values, and cultures.
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What Is The Purpose Of Assessment?
In a perfect world, all assessment would be formative–an ongoing loop of learning, feedback, revision, and learning again.
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20 Types Of Questions For Teaching Critical Thinking
What are some of the most common types of questions for teaching critical thinking? This led to many dozens of answers.
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What It Means To Be A Reflective Teacher
Reflection is a fundamental tenet of learning; and therefore, a fundamental part of teaching. Here’s what it means to be a reflective teacher.
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Which Content Is Most Important? The 40/40/40 Rule
The 40/40/40 rule: What’s important that students understand for the next 40 days, for the next 40 months, for the next 40 years?
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Tone As A Cause And Effect Of Learning
Almost everything a student experiences in the learning process has ‘tone.’
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A Visual Exploration Of Why Play Is Necessary For Learning
Ultimately, play offers three critical components for an engaged mind: independence, volition, and curiosity.
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The Difference Between Pedagogy, Andragogy, And Heutagogy
The difference between pedagogy, andragogy, and heutagogy has to do with purposes and roles–being taught or teaching yourself.
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50 Ways To Measure Understanding
It’s difficult to teach if it’s unclear what students actually understand–and multiple-choice tests aren’t enough. Here are 50 alternatives.
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The Most Dangerous Phrase In Education
“We’ve always done it this way” is one of the most dangerous phrases we can use—and this danger extends to education, as well.
