Think

Direct one’s mind towards someone

or something.

A page for teachers. (If you’re not a teacher, there’s still something here for you).

While you're here, have a look at my books. You can request eBook samples by clicking here. They’re aimed at middle-grade readers.

Teachers are unique. Even those who are not university-trained play a role as teachers. Parent? Sports coach? Music tutor? We are artists, writers, musicians, psychologists, mathematicians, counsellors, coaches, linguists, designers, and moderators. We care. We give a damn. When we need to, we kick ass. We nurture and shape learning.

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Social Learning, Part 2

All of us have had teachers who made a lasting impression. A high school math teacher enhanced my understanding of quadratic equations. I should add that I’ve never used them since high school. I took the path of humanities and arts.

The Power of Social Learning

We teachers constantly seek innovative strategies to engage students. While direct instruction remains crucial, understanding and leveraging social learning theory can dramatically enhance your classroom dynamics and student outcomes.

On the Case

You can try this with your middle-grade (or higher) class. With some tweaks, you can adapt it for younger children. It could form the basis of a rich task to conclude a teaching unit. Kids love this type of investigation!

Note my motto occurs throughout: Gather, Organise, Communicate.

The Case of the Missing Manuscript