Drive student agency with learner-centered goal setting. Learn practical strategies, including WIN Time and co-creation, to empower students by focusing on the learning process over the product.
Updated Transdisciplinary Theme Descriptors
The transdisciplinary themes remain the same and continue to be central to the structure of the program of inquiry (POI). The descriptors have moved from commonalities of human experience to …
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Making Knowledge Construction Visible
Explore how to use the SOLO Taxonomy and Visible Thinking Routines to promote deeper student understanding and critical thinking. Discover practical strategies for educators to guide inquiry and foster independent learning.
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Book Creator’s Be An Author Month: Nurturing Young Storytellers
Book Creator’s Be An Author Month is a wonderful opportunity to empower primary students to discover their inner authors. This initiative guides young learners through the entire writing process. It …
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The Hundred Languages of Children: A Resonant Harmony with the IB Learner Profile
The Reggio Emilia approach, with its powerful metaphor of the “Hundred Languages of Children,” provides a compelling framework for understanding the diverse ways children learn and express themselves. This philosophy …
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Beyond Performance: Cultivating a Learning Culture in Education
Empower student learning! Discover how to use formative assessment to cultivate student agency and reflection, fostering a growth mindset and deeper understanding. Dive into key strategies, explore different feedback approaches, and unlock the potential of a thriving learning culture.
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The Environment as the Third Teacher
Learn about the “third teacher” in education: how Reggio pedagogy, UDL, & Bandura’s theory build self-efficacy in PYP classrooms. Read this in-depth guide!
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Building community and developing collaboration through virtual play
One of the reasons Minecraft is so popular is because it is the ultimate multitasking experience. Minecraft is a virtual sandbox with limitless opportunities and variations. In today’s world of fast-paced …
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Nurturing a Culture of Rethinking: Empowering School Leaders to Foster Growth and Innovation
Nurturing a Culture of Rethinking in School Leadership: Cultivating a community of open-minded, curious, and courageous leaders who are committed to continuous learning and innovation.
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Fostering Inclusion: Strategies for Building a Strong Classroom Community in Primary Grades
As teachers, we have the incredible opportunity to shape the future by molding young minds and nurturing their growth. One of the key aspects of a successful learning environment is the sense of belonging and inclusion that students feel within their classroom community. In the primary grades, creating this atmosphere is especially crucial, as it lays the foundation for academic success and social development. In this blog post, we will explore effective strategies to ensure that every student in every grade feels like an integral part of the classroom community.
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