Gavin McCormack posted the following ideas for learning tools that will help students learn at home during this time of isolation and social distancing. Albert – an instructional companion that personalized and accelerates learning. Alchemist – offers interesting chemistry resources. AmazingPeopleSchools – a perfect too for students to strengthen their character and work on their Read more about Ideas for Educators & Parents[…]
Brent Duhaime posted the following 13 reasons we should read every day, and I couldn’t agree more. I read as many times in a day as possible. Presently I am reading “Becoming Mrs. Lewis” by Patti Callahan, which I’m enjoying tremendously. Also, I’ve just finished reading “Becoming” by Michelle Obama which was fabulous. I’m also Read more about 13 Reasons You Should Read Every Day[…]
Bob Larcher posted an article on LinkedIn about the difference between leaders influencing their people or inspiring them. I personally agree with him when he says he prefers the word “inspire” rather than “influence”. When I teach, or provide training or mentor, my desire is to inspire them. I challenge my people to find the Read more about Leaders Must Inspire Their People[…]
During times of uncertainty, it is difficult to predict what tomorrow brings. But with countries around the world enforcing lockdown and school closures, the Montessori method of education may be your answer to developing a home education routine based on independence, routine and project based learning. Here’s what you need to do to establish a Read more about How Parents Can Use the Montessori Method During Lockdown[…]
Gordon Tredgold posted an interesting article on LinkedIn about leading in times of crisis. There are many roles that leaders are asked to perform from creating a vision, inspiring people, driving change, building momentum and leading their people to success. One of the hardest roles is leading people in grimes of crisis and we are Read more about Leading in a Time of Crisis[…]
I read the following quote on LinkedIn by Leadership First, “Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you can imagine.” This quote is very timely since we are facing tremendous challenges around the world with COVID-19 virus and by extension all the changes Read more about Believe in Yourself[…]
Gavin McCormack posted the following brilliant ideas of how to empower our students and allow them to be smarter than the teacher. He says, and I agree, that if we think that teaching is simply standing at the front and lecturing our students, we limit them to only being as smart as us. By actually Read more about Allow Your Students to be Smarter Than You[…]
Gavin McCormack posted a fascinating article about the perfect lesson structure which I love. He says the following: 1. Introduction 2% – This is where you explain to the class what you are actually going to teach them today. The learning objective. 2. Explanation 2% – Teacher explains why this lesson is important. How will Read more about The Perfect Lesson Structure[…]
David Geurin posted the following things on twitter that he wants his students to know, and I totally agree: – Know who you are. – Know you have a purpose. – Know your strengths. – Know your dreams. – Know your choices shape your future. – Know you matter (you have infinite worth). – Know Read more about Some Things I Want My Students to Know[…]
The following checklist is perfect for anyone who works in a business or in an education facility. – Take a moment to think about your day. – Acknowledge on thing that was difficult during your workday – let it go. – Be proud of the effort you put in today. – Consider 3 things that Read more about Going Home Checklist[…]