When putting a class or a conference session together, how much of your time is spent... 1. Creating PPT slides with clever quotes, diverse graphics, and lovely layouts? 2. Searching the web for facts and credible references to support your ideas? 3. Finding "proven" ways to change … [Read more...]
Want Children to Learn? Then Maybe We Should Stop Writing Outcomes!
Here's the long and the short of it...I'm struggling to see any reason to continue identifying and writing learning outcomes for young children. Oh, and by the way, if you think I mean just learning objectives found in general education lesson plans (or in other ways "made visible" due to one … [Read more...]
How to pick the right technology
In a series of Q&A's blog posts, I'm offering thoughts on how we can approach several issues in supporting adult learners through distance education formats. This one is on how to pick the right "technology" support. … [Read more...]
The Case Against Ignoring
Just ignore the child because otherwise you'll inadvertently reinforce bad behaviors. The child is seeking your attention...don't give in. It's just attention seeking behavior...it's best to ignore and not let them get what they want. … [Read more...]
How To Hold Thirty Hands, When You Only Have Two
I don't know a provider or teacher, who doesn't experience frustration in terms of how to best meet the increased obligation to do more and to give more...with fewer and fewer resources. In a nutshell, to hold the hands of all children with just the two hands they have. … [Read more...]
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