We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator… Read more The Truths We Hold
Tag: Constructivism
Why is it so Hard to Change Someone’s Mind? (part 3 of 3)
This is the third in a series of three. The Collection of a person’s knowledge and experience is an interlocked… Read more Why is it so Hard to Change Someone’s Mind? (part 3 of 3)
Why is it so Hard to Change Someone’s Mind? (part 2 of 3)
This post is second in a series of three. In the previous post I provided a paradigm for life using… Read more Why is it so Hard to Change Someone’s Mind? (part 2 of 3)
It’s Not What the Teachers Do, It’s What the Students Do
During the last month, teachers have had to rebuild their ship while sailing. That was a daunting task. I’m sure… Read more It’s Not What the Teachers Do, It’s What the Students Do
A New Framework for Learning
This morning I’m sharing a short video titled “The Learning Cycle: Consider, Construct, Confirm.” This is a 14 minute “nutshell”… Read more A New Framework for Learning
Aha Moments. The Joy of Teaching
Teachers teach for the “aha” moment. That’s the real payment for teaching. When that student lights up with understanding and… Read more Aha Moments. The Joy of Teaching
Why Are Essential Questions Essential for Good Teaching?
Most teachers are taught to write objectives for their lessons or units. Most textbooks (which drive most teachers lesson planning)… Read more Why Are Essential Questions Essential for Good Teaching?
Let Them Have the Cookie!
Do you know the children’s book, if you give a mouse a cookie? A boy gives a cookie to a… Read more Let Them Have the Cookie!
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