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This single question has driven me on a profound and exciting journey to become a certified Erickson and Lanning Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction Trainer.
Drawing on years of dedicated experience as a PYP educator with a deep commitment to inquiry-based learning, I discovered inquiry's potent synergy when strengthened by the powerful framework of Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction. This wasn't just a certification; it marked a pivotal paradigm shift, empowering me to lead truly transformative practices in teaching and learning.
My unwavering belief is that every student deserves an education that builds deep connections and prepares them for a complex world. My goal is to passionately support educators and schools in achieving this. Through an approach grounded in constructivism and inquiry, I aim to elevate instructional practices and enrich students' educational experiences, ensuring a meaningful and lasting impact on the future of learning.
๐กDo you begin your units by explicitly presenting concepts and essential ideas, or by guiding students to reach conceptual understanding for themselves?
Guiding Questions: Educatorsโ Compass to Conceptual Understanding
๐กHow can we empower our students to uncover big ideas and make lasting connections?
๐กWhat types of questions can we craft to provoke the intellectual mind of our students?
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We all know the feeling. The summer break ends, and a wave of exhaustion hits as we face the task of designing and decorating the 'perfect' classroom. This is often just one item on a long list, and the process is mentally and physically draining. But what if there was a better way, one that not only saved our energy but also empowered our students from day one?