We’re all overwhelmed right now and can use some tips for distance learning. As teachers, we’ve been thrown a curveball. You are no longer a teacher within a building with resources and live people, you’re an online teacher. Some of your learners may not even have internet or digital access to “see” you. As parents,…
What is self-directed learning? Self-directed learning is the process by which the student takes the initiative about what, how and when to learn. This includes: Figuring out your own learning strengths and weaknesses Setting goals Deciding on and planning activities that support your learning Searching for resources to support you in your journey The whole…
Invitations to Play: A Misunderstood Concept An explanation of the phrase “invitation to play” Building off the concept of schemas is the idea of creating invitations to play. Simply put, an invitation to play is when an adult arranges toys in a way that is meant to spark a child’s interest. This is an amazing…
Understanding Schema Play Schemas are patterns of repeated behavior that allow children to develop an understanding of the world around them through play and exploration. Schemas are mental models or processes that we create by trial and error through experiences. Kids are the perfect example of how we build schemas. They are constantly testing out…
Right now our world is filled with news about a virus spiraling out of control. Whole cities shutting down. Families being quarantined. Schools, businesses, restaurants and parks closing indefinitely. It’s a horribly stressful time for everyone. That said, it is in these times that it is the MOST important for us to look for the…
