Inquiring into Inquiry: Theory and Practice
Inquiry involves active construction of meaning by the learner. It is a constructivist approach, in which real, authentic questions drive the learning…and the teaching.
What Is Positive Education? How Can We Apply It?
Positive education is inspired by positive psychology principles and is aimed at growing the concept of wellbeing in schools, where students and school staff are resilient, aware of their strengths and practice happiness skills, for better mental health and an optimistic school experience.
Montessori Method: Should We Talk About a Montessori Mafia?
What do the founders of Amazon, Wikipedia and Google have in common? They all received a Montessori education. Should we talk about a Montessori Mafia?
Flipped Classroom: Everything You Always Wanted to Know
Flipped Classroom (and Flipped Learning) is a student-centered approach that gets teachers asking how to organize their lessons and time
Online Discussion Tools: 5 Softwares and 4 Things to Do to Engage your Students
One of the hardest things for a teacher is to build a classroom community with relevant conversations and engaged students. Online it’s even harder!
How to Deal with (and Prevent) Bullying in Your Classroom
Around 50% of school bullies are themselves victims of harassment. How much do you know about bullying? Learn how to prevent it, not just deal with it.
Reggio Emilia Approach: the Best Kindergartens in the World?
In the 90s, Newsweek established that Reggio Emilia’s kindergartens were the best in the world, what is so special about the Reggio Emilia Approach?
How Do You Bring Mindfulness into the Classroom?
Mindfulness can support teachers and students in preventing stress and burnout, boosting positive relationships, and increasing attention
What is Cooperative Learning? Five Strategies for Your Classroom
Cooperative Learning is an instructional method in which students work in small groups to accomplish a common learning goal with the guidance of the teacher.