Thinkers, creators, innovators...all attributes we want for our students, but do our classrooms provide the opportunity for this these skills to develop? While the current teacher manifesto if full of buzzwords that are likely to overwhelm even the most seasoned educators, there is a way! Join in this thoughtful exploration as we ponder ways to shift the way we have always done things, maximizing face time with our students, and creating new solutions to achieve goals while allowing students the time to wonder.
So often in school, in order to improve instruction, we spend a big portion of our time examining data. When was the last time you focused on the steps that lead up to the the aha moment, when learning occurs? Inspire your own instruction by interacting, sharing ideas, and engaging with others in this personal look at learning. Let's explore beyond the curriculum, to factors that can change the learners in your classroom for a lifetime.
As we challenge ourselves with Moonshot ideas to transform learning, let’s take a moment to first start the engines of those around us. Follow along as we ponder the wisdom of one student’s request to accomplish the steps needed to launch your classroom. Together we can identify challenges, share realistic solutions, and plan for innovative learning experiences that will launch our students into a future where anything is possible.