Introduction The trouble with schools is we try to replicate things 'by the book' and it's not always for the best. While writing this mini-series of imperatives for schools in the 21st century, I've steered clear of giving actual examples and stuck to basic principles and rationale. I believe that practice should come from a … Continue reading A 21st Century Imperative 4 (Part 2)
Month: November 2019
A 21st Century Imperative 4: A deep understanding of pedagogy is what gives teaching its ‘professional’ status
The trouble with schools is that they continue to encourage teachers to think they have the monopoly on information. This statement, originally coined by Bob Pearlman (www.bobpearlman.org ) inspired me to think differently about our curriculum offer and the nature of our profession. I’ve described in earlier blogs how the exciting developments in education, happening … Continue reading A 21st Century Imperative 4: A deep understanding of pedagogy is what gives teaching its ‘professional’ status
A 21st Century Imperative 3: As educators, it is our responsibility to address the developmental needs of the whole child
The trouble with schools is that they just don’t let up for a minute. Apologies for the delay in writing, this is the first time I’ve risen to the surface in almost 4 months. Anyway, onwards with the third part in a six-part series of 21st Century imperatives . . . The trouble with schools … Continue reading A 21st Century Imperative 3: As educators, it is our responsibility to address the developmental needs of the whole child
The Trouble With Schools 