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The formulation of a problem is often more essential than its solution, which may be merely a matter of mathematical or experimental skill. To raise new questions, new possibilities, to regard old problems from a new angle, requires creative imagination Read More …
In my continuing attempt to build a more personalized learning environment in my classroom, I am attempting to find better ways to create an environment which develops student wondering and questioning. Reflecting back to the beginning of the school year, Read More …
The focus of this school year has been to personalize the learning experience for each of my students. And in all honesty, I have felt like a new teacher again, striving to gain the foundation necessary to help students build a Read More …
Just came from working with staff from Prosper ISD, Texas and was so proud of the thoughtful work to articulate the “big ideas” of their curriculum. Check out the Essential Questions that were developed by the K-12 Arts and Career Read More …
A functional adult doesn’t fear failure. It doesn’t define who they are. Functional adults … Take calculated risks Get comfortable getting out of their comfort zone Are willing to do post-mordem of their victories and their losses Embrace change, not Read More …
Guest Post by Ethan Fedor and Blogger Ben Smith From a student’s point of view … Hi all. I recently graduated from a small private school in Utah and I would not hesitate to tell you that the education I Read More …
By Leonard A. Schlesinger, Charles F. Kiefer, and Paul B. Brown We aren’t being critical with that headline. But the problem really is you. More specifically, it’s the way you were taught to think. However, don’t feel bad. First, you Read More …
I peruse many blogs and Twitter feeds on a weekly basis, but there are only a handful that immediately cause me to pause, reflect, and then take action. Kristen Swanson wrote a blog in early December that did just that Read More …