by edtosavetheworld | Apr 23, 2013 | Stage 3: Conceptual Understanding
Today we are honored to have as guest blogger Lynn Erickson, author, trainer and creator of a systematic method for designing curriculum called Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction. The Power of a Conceptual Lens by Lynn Erickson Concept—such a simple word; yet...
by edtosavetheworld | Apr 19, 2013 | Stage 2: Active Processing
Let’s end the week with a challenge. Can we capture the ideas about learning presented in this week’s discussion on active processing with inspirational posters (you know like the ones in the faculty lounge of your high school or in Barney Stinson’s office)? I think...
by edtosavetheworld | Apr 11, 2013 | Stage 2: Joyful and Efficient
Remember the children’s book Miss Nelson is Missing? Or the other “Miss Nelson” books by James Marshall, Miss Nelson is Back or Miss Nelson Has a Field Day? Let me jog your memory: Miss Nelson is an elementary school teacher whose kind nature and lax...
by edtosavetheworld | Apr 4, 2013 | Stage 2: Joyful and Efficient
1. I smile and show enthusiasm for the students, the subject and learning. Always Sometimes Hardly ever 2. I create a safe space for students to take intellectual risks. Incorrect answers are explored with...
by edtosavetheworld | Apr 3, 2013 | Stage 2: Joyful and Efficient
I always understood that my relationships with students would reduce the number of discipline problems, increase motivation and ultimately learning. But — WOW — I wish I had known more about the importance of student-to-student relationships when I first...
