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The benefits of active learning

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about half the teachers who responded said their [Massachusetts] districts had adopted scripted programs in math and writing – and 60 percent in phonics and spelling – which reduce a teacher’s autonomy in instruction. A high school senior’s view of textbooks and worksheet packets [guest post]. Related Posts.

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Can Chinese Edtech Regulations Stifle a Culture of Striving?

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On one hand, I really want to respect cognitive development, and on the other hand, I also dream to be a proud mom,” Hu says. “I Chasing Shadows On the second floor of her sister’s shop, Kali Yan coaches children in English grammar, writing and recitation. I think that will be a huge problem going forward.” Jiao asks. “I

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A Glimpse Into the Playful World of Seymour Papert

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I always envied how he could talk, tell stories, and write about big ideas in simple, jargon-free terms. Any of his speeches or writings make you think for hours, days, years! But his aren’t run-of-the-mill ideas. Constructionism. In his view, there was hope for every child.

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