Parent Priorities: “I want my child to be creative.”
Educators understand the value of creativity in the 21st Century. We are all striving to build flexible, inspiring schools where creativity flourishes. Parents also prioritise creativity as a goal of their child’s education. So how can we foster creative thinking in children? City Weekend magazine generated this question, and more, for our consideration.
Read MoreCelebration in an Inquiry Curriculum: Building Community or Stifling Action?
Celebration is essential for community building. We plan events carefully to celebrate & communicate the essential elements of the PYP. Celebrations make inquiry visible, engage parents & create memories. But how much space is available for student-led action? Authentic, student-owned initiatives invoke much deeper understanding & reflection. Can we re-conceptualise our calendar to honour student-led celebrations of learning? We’re on our way!
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No Gold Stars! What Gifted Children Need From Their Teachers
Published in EARCOS Journal (Spring 2014...
Read MoreAt the Movies: Green Screens Transform Student Learning
Published in TIE Online (Feb 2014)
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