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Digital Mentor Texts - 0 views

Over the last few years, I have been doing a lot of thinking around the idea of Digital Mentor Texts. I believe strongly in Reading and Writing Workshops to move all students forward in literacy. ...

started by Bret Biornstad on 28 Dec 11 no follow-up yet

Active Learning Strategies | Science as Inquiry | - 0 views

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How to Ignite Intellectual Curiosity in Students | Edutopia - 0 views

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e the flames of curiosity. Willingham gets to the crux of the matter right away: It is not the state testing that is doing the damage. It is the teacher's reflexive response to state testing.
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Willingham also introduces in his book the concept that, "Memory is the residue of thought." This means that we remember most what we think about most. If the students are interested and inspired to think about things for prolonged periods, then memory is enhanced. This is where inquiry, constructivism, and curiosity come into play -- providing opportunities for students to think about what they are learning. In this way, memory is improved, students do better on standardized tests, and, guess what? Students enjoy learning! Problem solved.
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What Does Successful Project Based Learning Look Like - 0 views

The end of the school year presents us with an opportunity for reflection at Envision Schools. We take a final measure of students' progress throughout the school year, celebrate the many Envision ...

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started by Bret Biornstad on 06 Aug 11 no follow-up yet

Learners not Knowers - 0 views

Learners not Knowers Its interesting that the quote I shared with my students the other day was, "The learners shall inherit the earth, while the knowers will be beautifully equipped to live in a ...

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started by Bret Biornstad on 04 Nov 11 no follow-up yet

Evolutionary Lessons for PLC's - 0 views

Evolutionary Lessons for PLC Principals When Theodore Roosevelt lost his final race for the presidency in 1912, he was crushed. A bold and determined man who had conquered in nearly every person...

started by Bret Biornstad on 20 Jul 11 no follow-up yet

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