4 Core Purposes of Education, According to Sir Ken Robinson
WEBMar 2, 2022 · Personal. Education should enable young people to engage with the world within them as well as the world around them. In Western cultures, there is a firm distinction between the two worlds, between thinking and feeling, objectivity and subjectivity. This distinction is misguided.
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The Key to Effective Classroom Management | Edutopia
WEBFeb 27, 2019 · Separate the deed from the doer. It’s important to criticize the behavior, not the person. If teachers label children as “problem students,” there’s a danger that they’ll internalize that label, making it more likely that they’ll repeat the behavior in the future. The takeaway: Effective classroom management starts with relationship ...
4 Principles of a Universal Design for Learning Approach
WEBFeb 4, 2022 · Embracing the following four beliefs is the first step in designing learning experiences that serve all students. 1. All students can reach the high expectations we set. When we set firm goals for all students, we’re sending the message that we believe they’re capable. We start by clearly identifying the goals we’re focusing on.
A Framework for Lesson Planning - Edutopia
WEBApr 18, 2019 · Learning Intentions and Success Criteria. Crafting a quality learning intention takes planning. Often, teachers will use an activity as their learning intention—but a learning intention goes beyond an activity. It focuses on the goal of the learning—the thing we want our students to know and do. The learning intention helps students stay ...
Why Is Assessment Important? - Edutopia
WEBJul 15, 2008 · Assessment is an integral part of instruction, as it determines whether or not the goals of education are being met. Assessment affects decisions about grades, placement, advancement, instructional needs, curriculum, and, in some cases, funding. Assessment inspire us to ask these hard questions: …
What Does the Research Say About Testing? | Edutopia
WEBOct 25, 2019 · Giving more time for fewer, more complex or richer testing questions can also increase performance, in part because it reduces anxiety. Research shows that simply introducing a time limit on a test can cause students to experience stress, so instead of emphasizing speed, teachers should encourage students to think deeply about the problems they ...
Making the Most of Visual Aids - Edutopia
WEBJun 20, 2018 · By Jennifer Davis Bowman. Most teachers understand the power of visual aids in helping students grasp content. Teachers value the support that visuals lend to classroom instruction because they encourage students to make associations between pieces of information, soak up chunks of course content quickly, and …
6 Essential Strategies for Teaching ELLs | Edutopia
WEBApr 12, 2019 · 5. Differentiate—and Use Multiple Modalities. All kids learn better when they engage with material in multiple ways: Lessons that involve writing, speaking, drawing, and listening, for example, give students four opportunities to deepen their understanding of the work. For ELLs, those additional engagements also provide a little breathing ...
The Heart of Teaching and the Qualities of a Great Teacher
WEBJan 14, 2015 · Looking on the bright side always seems to help make things better. You are a builder: A great teacher bridges gaps and builds relationships, friendships, and a community. Teachers always look to make things better and improve things in and outside of the classroom. Building a community is something …
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