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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!
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 …
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.
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.
Learning Stories
Writing Learning Stories: A Powerful Tool for Reflecting on Childhood Learning Learning Stories are a unique approach to assessing and reflecting on children’s learning experiences. They provide a powerful way …
Why we should be learning designers
In today’s fast-paced and constantly changing world, it’s more important than ever for students to develop critical thinking skills. With the rise of automation and artificial intelligence, many jobs that …
Re-Imagining our learning space
This year I have tried to grow professionally by embracing The Framework for Maker-Centered Learning called Agency by Design. Agency by Design (AbD) is an ongoing research initiative at Project Zero investigating the promises, …
Minecraft in education
Minecraft is many different things to many different people. It’s a playground for the artist, architect, engineer, and computer programmer, where imagination is the limit when it comes to building whatever they want. For me, it is the perfect tool for blended learning, especially as part of the station rotation model.
Design in the Primary School
The purpose of implementing Design in primary school is to guide students in the overall management of design thinking and creative process. Design by nature is a transdisciplinary subject in which activities based on expression, design, and technology are carried out. This may include independent or community designs, manufacturing, and evaluation of one’s own or a collaborative craft process.
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