Let me begin by saying K-12 teachers are awesome and are doing an incredibly good job; Canada typically ranks 5th globally and my sons tell me about great lessons learned in the classroom. I want to focus specifically on two areas that I feel could be improved. Preparing young adults for a prosperous future demands… Continue reading K-12 fails to teach many need-to-knows in financial literacy and career preparation
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Improving on Teaching Perfection
As an educator, it's important to request observations to improve your teaching even if students tell you that you are the perfect educator. Of course, if you are told you are "perfect" then you would already be doing this anyway. This is an of example why it is important. I am currently in a 3-day… Continue reading Improving on Teaching Perfection
Great Teachers Merge Their Art with the Science of Learning
It’s critical to blend art and science when teaching. Fully understanding how these two worlds support each other is essential for developing a career in Teaching and Learning, whether in Training or Academia. “Teaching is an art. Improving teaching is a science.” I don’t know the origin of this quote, but I can’t take credit… Continue reading Great Teachers Merge Their Art with the Science of Learning
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