Tag Archives: Learning

Call for Contributions to The Conscious Classroom

Are you a teacher who refuses to be limited by a school culture that defines children in terms of what they cannot do? Would you rather love your students than judge them? Do you seek to make your classroom a … Continue reading

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Redefining Failure

“Creativity relies on the flow of ideas.  This happens best in an atmosphere where risk is encouraged, playfulness with ideas is accepted and where failure is not punished but seen as part of the process of success.” – Ken Robinson, Out … Continue reading

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Music & The Learning Bubble

One of my goals as a teacher is to help students discover their individual learning styles and talents. Over the years, I’ve found that music is a powerful tool in promoting individual learning and unlocking creative potential. As public school … Continue reading

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Teach From Your Whole Self

How many of us bring our whole selves into our classrooms?  Or rather, how much of ourselves do we park outside our classroom door? What parts of our lives are inappropriate to share with our students?  Which parts, while personal, … Continue reading

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