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📊 PBL is more than a teaching method; it's a mindset. Let's foster a culture of inquiry, creativity, and innovation in education by embracing hands-on learning approaches that inspire students to dream, design, and do. 🚀💭 #InnovationInEducation #PBLMindse

"Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." — John Dewey Ever wondered how to make learning more meaningful and engaging for students? Project-Based Learning (PBL) is the answer! By integrating real-world projects into the classroom, we empower students to explore, collaborate, and create. 🛠️💡 Here’s why PBL is a game-changer: 🔍 Starts with a Driving Question: Challenges students to think deeply and critically. 🤝 Fosters Teamwork: Encourages collaboration and communication. 🔗 Connects with the Real World: Makes learning relevant and exciting. 🎨 Sparks Creativity: Allows students to innovate and develop unique solutions. 📈 Promotes Reflection: Helps students understand their learning process and growth. Let’s transform our classrooms and prepare our students for the future by embracing Project-Based Learning! 🚀📚 What projects are you excited to bring into your classroom? Share your thoughts below! 👇✨ #COSCU #COSCUChangemakers #ProjectBasedLearning #EducationInnovation #JohnDewey #PBLClassroom #TeachBetter #StudentEngagement #FutureSkills #LearningByDoing

Unveiling the impact of an educational approach tied to a one-size-fits-all model. 🎓✨ Do you feel your school embraces the diverse needs of every learner, or are there concerns about individuals who may not fit the conventional mold? Let's open the conversation! Share your insights on classroom successes and challenges, building a collective learning environment for the most effective strategies that benefit our students. 📚💡 #EduDialogue #StudentSuccessJourney #InclusiveLearning #TeachingInsights #EduInnovation #DiverseClassrooms

There's a growing disengagement dilemma in our #schools that should serve as a call to action for all of us in the #education community. 📚 The disconnect between #students and traditional #education #curriculum is more than an inconvenience - it's a barrier to #learning and engagement. One promising solution is Project-Based Learning (PBL). 📝 Research highlighted by Edutopia has shown that #PBL not only deepens students' engagement with the learning process, but also yields impressive results. 📊 Results like enhancing long-term content retention, equipping students with vital problem-solving and #collaboration skills, and cultivating a more positive attitude towards learning. And students in PBL settings also performed as well, or better, on high-stakes tests compared to their peers in conventional learning environments. 💭 For #educators looking to bridge the gap between the digital world and education, PBL offers a pathway to making learning relevant, exciting, and impactful. By embracing project-based learning, we open doors for students into a world where #edu aligns with their interests and needs. A world and a future they’re prepared for where they don't just succeed—they thrive. 🌱 Because as leaders, superintendents, and principals, you have the power to redefine learning.💡 LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/gvYDpmKq

What if we stopped viewing students through labels like "low," "average," or "high"? Imagine a classroom where every student is seen as inherently capable of greatness.  That’s the essence of Teaching Up. In her latest article for EL Magazine, Carol Ann Tomlinson challenges us to foster a mindset where every learner is considered "smart" and given the opportunity to shine.  Key points include: ✅ Redefining Student Success: Moving beyond traditional labels to recognize each student’s potential. ✅ Creating Inclusive Learning Environments: Strategies for designing lessons that engage all learners. ✅ Empowering Students: Encouraging intrinsic motivation and deep engagement with their education. Are you ready to transform your approach and inspire every student to reach their full potential? Let’s rethink, plan, and teach in ways that challenge and uplift every learner. 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02SC9H00  How do you embrace Teaching Up in your classroom? Share your strategies below! #TeachingUp #InnovativeEducation #EmpowerStudents #TeachingTransformation #ELMagazine

Unlock the creative potential of your pupils with these 7 essential strategies! Drawing from the Durham Commission on Creativity & Education, these tips can transform your classroom into a hub of innovation and inspiration. Swipe through our carousel to discover how you can: -Motivate students to embrace their creativity -Integrate purposeful projects across the curriculum -Use language to ignite and assess imagination -Help students find personal relevance in their learning -Encourage diverse ways of thinking and doing -Give students the time they need to develop their ideas -Foster empathy through different perspectives Ready to dive deeper? Our Golden Threads courses offer more insights and practical methods to incorporate creativity into your teaching. These self-paced courses are free for those living or working in priority place areas. Enrol today! https://lnkd.in/dsQPD45f #CreativeEducation #TeachingStrategies #CPDforTeachers #Teachers #ArtsInEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment

Let's talk about how you might put reflection at the center of planning to increase impact. That's the topic of the collaboration that Folio Collaborative and I built for our webinar! As a consultant to nonprofit organizations through Arcadia Strategy Group--and as the executive director of the Center for Theory of Change–I'm often in conversations with organizations striving to map out strategic direction, engage in assessment, and build toward change. My advice and my method is to begin at the end: in a manner of speaking, to take it from the top. www.ArcadiaStrategy.com www.TheoryOfChange.org

Beyond the Classroom: Embracing Knowledge Beyond the Pages In today's fast-paced world, knowledge isn't confined to textbooks and classroom lectures. It's about applying what we learn outside those four walls. My video explores the power of experiential learning and why it's essential to broaden our understanding beyond traditional methods. Key Takeaways: 1) Knowledge transcends textbooks: We delve into real-world applications, showcasing how learning extends far beyond the classroom. 2) Embracing change: It's time to rethink outdated teaching methods. Let's foster creativity and critical thinking by incorporating dynamic, hands-on approaches. 4) Role of play and activities: Discover how play-based learning nurtures 21st-century skills in children. From problem-solving to collaboration, these activities lay the foundation for lifelong success. Let's revolutionize education together! #BeyondTheClassroom #ExperientialLearning #FutureofEducation #PlayBasedLearning #21stCenturySkills #Play #Education

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎙️ (Link in first comment) Brandon Hendrickson on Making Education Engaging 📕 🧠 Making Education Engaging: A Journey of Discovery Brandon Hendrickson credits Kieran Egan as a significant influence on his educational philosophy. His perspective on education, emphasizing the importance of making learning emotionally engaging and relevant, resonated deeply with Brandon. This new outlook led him to prioritize understanding and curiosity over mere academic performance, fostering a love for learning in both himself and his students. Five key takeaways from this conversation with Sivaraman Swaminathan: 1. Importance of Making Learning Matter: The most crucial element in education is making subjects matter to students. When a topic resonates emotionally, students are more likely to engage deeply, remember, and understand it. 2. Integration of Stories and Logic in Education: Egan's educational philosophy emphasizes the integration of stories and logic. While traditional education focuses on logic and facts, Egan believes in using stories to make learning engaging and memorable. 3. Holistic and Interconnected Curriculum: Effective education should present subjects as interconnected. Understanding how disciplines like physics, chemistry, and biology relate to each other helps students see the bigger picture and appreciate the complexity of the world. 4. Role of Teachers, School Founders, and Parents: Each stakeholder has a unique role in making education meaningful. Teachers should focus on making lessons emotionally engaging, school founders should design curricula that integrate Egan's principles, and parents should foster an environment that encourages curiosity and love for learning. 5. Potential of Modern Educational Tools: With advancements in technology, such as LLM AIs and online educational resources, there is now a greater opportunity to create the best educational systems ever. These tools can help tailor education to individual needs and make learning more accessible and engaging. Watch now at 🌐 https:// www.contraminds.com This episode was made possible by the great folks at Effortless. Effortless has been designed to be user-friendly, aiding you in your journey to streamline financial tasks. Experience the convenience of achieving e-Invoicing and E-way Bill Generation in just a couple of clicks, simplifying your business processes. Visit www.goeffortless.ai to learn more.  #InnovativeEducation, #EganPhilosophy, #EmotionalEngagement, #StoryBasedLearning, #CuriosityDriven, #BigPictureThinking, #TransformativeTeaching, #EducationalReform, #InspiringEducation, #LearningMatters Vignesh Swaminathan

WHAT TRULY MAKES A GOOD SCHOOL? THE ANSWER MAY SURPRISE YOU.👇👇 When people think of a great school, they often imagine outstanding uniforms, magnificent buildings, and state-of-the-art facilities. But let’s face it, those things don't make a school truly outstanding. The real gem lies in something less visible but far more powerful: "THE CONTENT OF THE SCHOOL". The totality of what the school is teaching the children. At the heart of every highly sought-after school is a well-crafted, proven, and dynamic curriculum. I call it content. The true measure of a school's greatness isn’t found in the physical structures but in what they are teaching. Here’s what makes a school’s curriculum exceptional: What to Look For in a School’s Curriculum 🟩 Global Excellence: Does the curriculum include world-class standards, known to prepare students for success anywhere in the world? 🟩 Curriculum Blend: How comprehensive is the curriculum? The best schools curate features from top educational systems worldwide, ensuring their students benefit from a rich and well-rounded education. 🟩 Progressive & Future-Ready: Is the curriculum forward-thinking? In today’s fast-progressing world, schools need to be ahead of the curve. A top-notch school will pay attention to 21st century skills like; - Critical Thinking: Problem-solving skills that allow students to navigate complex challenges. - Creativity & Innovation: Encouraging students to think outside the box and explore new ideas. - From technology literacy to emotional intelligence, the curriculum must prepare students for today’s realities and tomorrow’s uncertainties. WHY THE CURRICULUM IS KING It’s simple: what is taught defines what is learned. Schools that continually adapt their curriculum to global trends and real-world needs, position their students for success beyond the classroom. Ultimately, it’s the school’s ability to equip its students with knowledge, skills, and values they need now and for their future that sets it apart from the rest. Scale up!👌👌👌 #educationconsultant #business #school #globalcitizens #goals #selfdevelopment #evergreenschools #leadership #schoolowner