3 Knowledge Domains For The 21st-Century Student

3 Knowledge Domains For The 21st-Century Student

Terrell HeickMar 5, 20246 min read

3 Knowledge Domains For Teaching And Learning by TeachThought Staff Thinking in the 21st century is just different. That doesn’t mean we’re all suddenly omnipotent cyborgs, nor do we all become mindless social media addicts who spend our cognitive might…

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The Benefits Of Using LEGOs To Promote Literacy

TeachThought StaffFeb 27, 20244 min read

by TeachThought Staff In the classroom, promoting literacy is a practice that extends far beyond the mere ability to read and write. Literacy is part of broad spectrum of competencies, including language acquisition, comprehension, critical thinking, and creative expression. Within…

A Powerful, One-Sentence Argument For Progressive Learning

A Powerful, One-Sentence Argument For Progressive Learning

Terrell HeickMar 2, 20243 min read

by TeachThought Staff Do not limit a child to your own learning, for they were born for another time. R Tagore While each generation is unique, possessing its own challenges, opportunities, and cultural contexts, the methods of teaching and the…

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What Is Mistake Literacy? The Research Of Learning Through Failure

errell_2007Mar 11, 20249 min read

contributed by Dr. Zak Cohen From Mistakes to Mastery: A Roadmap for Developing Mistake-Literate Learners In 2009, President Obama spoke to a group of students at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia. As someone who had readily and unabashedly admitted…

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On The Danger Of Popular Ideas In Education

Terrell HeickFeb 21, 20246 min read

by Terrell Heick More than once, I’ve seen Bloom’s Taxonomy called a ‘fad.’ This can be lumped in with Charlotte Danielson’s DOK framework and Learning Styles, eLearning, Blended Learning, MOOCs, Common Core academic standards, and a few dozen other practices,…

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7 Reasons Why Online Learning Is The Future Of Education

TeachThought StaffFeb 21, 20246 min read

Image Source pexels.com by TeachThought Staff Online learning is rapidly emerging as a pivotal force in the evolution of education. Its growth is propelled by technological advancements and a shifting global landscape that values accessibility and flexibility in learning. This…

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Tips For Improving Family Engagement Through School-Home Communication

TeachThought StaffMar 11, 20246 min read

Tips For Improving Family Engagement Through School-Home Communication contributed by Dr. Kara Stern, SchoolStatus Head of Education Solutions  Recognizing school/home communication’s profound impact on student success and well-being is crucial.  We need to understand school communication as much more than…

Getting Started Using Talking Circles In The Classroom

Getting Started Using Talking Circles In The Classroom

TeachThought StaffFeb 27, 20247 min read

What Are Talking Circles? Talking Circles are a traditional discussion and decision-making format originating in First Nations cultures. In this format, individuals sit in a circle, signifying equality, and take turns speaking while holding a ceremonial object. This allows for…

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Simple Ways To Use Artificial Intelligence In The Classroom

TeachThought StaffFeb 21, 20246 min read

by TeachThought Staff Whether we like it or not, there is no denying that artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world in many ways. Education is one of the areas affected by it. How can teachers use AI and guide…

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10 Careers In Educational Leadership

TeachThought StaffFeb 21, 20247 min read

Image Source pixabay by TeachThought Staff Educational leadership is an expansive field, rich with opportunities for those passionate about shaping the future of education. It encompasses a range of roles that go beyond traditional teaching, delving into the realms of…