I am currently reading Breaking Free from myths about teaching and learning, by Allison Zmuda.
It has some powerful points. Some favorites I have so far, I will quote directly,
"School curricula should be governed by powerful inquiries that serve as the conceptual spine of the discipline concentrating focus and organizing new information around a handful of big ideas. Student achievement should be motivated and measured by authentic tasks that require substantive problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration." I really like how this author describes 21st century learning and "Authentic tasks." Also our need to re-instill the "childlike fearlessness" students possess when they are young and exploring the unknown. This book suggests many of the big ideas of the change Tiffany and I are working toward in our building; teaching authentic tasks, collaboration, and creating life long learners.
Thanks for sharing the above statements and reminding others of our need to think about our passion and drive to follow the above suggestions. It's amazing what good change can instill in your students and yourself. Creates daily excitement and great learning for everyone!
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