Learning is a process of acquiring knowledge, but more crucially acquiring the habits and tendencies to transfer that knowledge in personally meaningful circumstances.
Creativity & Connection: The Art Of Dorothea Lange Read More
Dorothea Lange’s photographs of displaced farm families and exploited sharecroppers not only became iconic symbols of the Great Depression.
25 Alternatives To “I Don’t Know” And “I Can’t” Read More
Want to encourage a growth mindset in students? Here are 25 alternatives to “I Don’t Know” and “I Can’t,” in ready-for-students form!
6 Elements Of Play: The Spectrum Of A Relaxed Mind Read More
6 Elements Of Play: The Spectrum Of A Relaxed Mind by TeachThought Staff The role of play in learning is
The Potential Of Video Recording In Student Reflection Read More
Video recording can help students express themselves in a more natural language than the tone they’d use to construct written ideas.
Is Cognitive Load Theory The Most Important Thing A Teacher Should Know? Read More
If you ask a student to apply problem-solving skills when they are learning new and critical information, you’re asking the brain to do two things at once. This limits both processes. The task is ‘complex’ but not in a way that benefits the student.
What Is The Cognitive Load Theory? A Definition For Teachers Read More
The Cognitive Load Theory is built on the premise that the brain can only do so many things at once and need to plan lessons accordingly.
3 Examples Of Game-Based Learning: Actual Stories From The Classroom Read More
Here, colleagues share their experiences with incorporating game-based learning into instruction and reflecting upon the outcomes.
Here, We Made Background Noise For Writing, Reading & Thinking Read More
Background noise works by quieting subconscious chatter and the need for stimulus. It’s a powerful tool for writing, reading, and focus.