How to Prepare Our Students
Gavin McCormack posted answers to the question about how we prepare our students for a world we don’t know. McCormack says, “When we establish a curriculum, a classroom and a Read more about How to Prepare Our Students[…]
Author: Ruth Hargrave
Remembrance Day Thoughts
This morning I watched another Remembrance Day ceremony in Ottawa. What struck me as beautiful were the many amazing speeches by Canadian dignitaries. One theme was common with all of Read more about Remembrance Day Thoughts[…]
Failing Forward
I am enjoying listening to John Maxwell’s minute with Maxwell. Presently he is giving inspiration for strength building. Today he challenges us to keep up the struggle. Yes, we will Read more about Failing Forward[…]
All Students do Their Best
I love David Geurin’s post on Twitter about students doing their best with the skills they have learned. Geurin states, “Don’t write off students who struggle and label them as Read more about All Students do Their Best[…]
What Happens When Students Own Their Own Learning?
1. They view mistakes as learning opportunities. 2. They cultivate cool grey matter. 3. They become problem solvers. 4. They develop a growth mindset. 5. They are more creative. 6. Read more about What Happens When Students Own Their Own Learning?[…]
Take Care of Ourselves and Each Other
I love the following admonishment which was written by Om Mani Palme Hum: Useful your voice for kindness, Your ears for compassion, Your hands for charity, Your mind for truth, Read more about Take Care of Ourselves and Each Other[…]
Teamwork is Enjoyable
I’ve always loved being part of a team. No matter what I do, I find team members. It was that way in the school system. Also as a professional speaker. Read more about Teamwork is Enjoyable[…]
Love What You Do
I read a post by David Geurin this morning and it inspired me to share his thoughts. He said that he couldn’t prove this true but that he believes that Read more about Love What You Do[…]
8 Best Doctors in the World
Terry Small posted the following list of best doctors in the world: 1. Sunshine 2. Sleep 3. Exercise 4. Healthy diet 5. Self-respect 6. Family and friends 7. Gratitude 8. Read more about 8 Best Doctors in the World[…]
17 Things Never to do When Giving Corrective Feedback
1. Never lie. 2. Never compare with others. 3. Never over-commit. 4. Never let someone over-commit. 5. Never attack a person. 6. Never give corrective feedback in public. 7. Never Read more about 17 Things Never to do When Giving Corrective Feedback[…]