Re-thinking learning for the 21st Century
Written by Andrea Leacock
So here it is. After many days of thought, reflection, some tears and smiles, here is what I have come up with: HOW MIGHT WE… inspire creativity and develop a classroom culture centered on a love of learning rather than one which is mark-driven? I really came about my action plan when I had to … Continue reading “Grade 9’s and Mindfulness: Challenge Accepted”
Written by Andrea Leacock
Wow. Saturday was a lot! (Anyone else?). I was the one in the hallway, the one almost brought to tears by the overwhelming feeling of not understanding… as a grown adult. It’s been awhile since I felt that way in the “classroom”. Anxious, nervous, overwhelmed, a little scared (and excited of course!), but it all … Continue reading “One of them…”
Written by Andrea Leacock
Today, my colleague and I passed two grade 11 students in the hallway who were extremely engaged in an intense and, in my opinion, random conversation on “the school system killing creativity”. It was one of those moments in my life when all I could think was, “Wow! They are talking about school outside the … Continue reading ““If you Judge a Fish on it’s Ability to Climb a Tree…””
Written by Andrea Leacock
Disclaimer: I have never written a blog post before so hopefully this is the start of something. I feel like I am on my way but not quite there, yet when it comes to the idea for a “defined goal”. I change my mind every hour, each time I am faced with a new daily … Continue reading “Can the Traditional and Modern World of Teaching Collaborate?”
Written by Andrea Leacock
Welcome to Cohort 21. This is the first post on your new blog. This journal is an integral part of your Cohort 21 experience. Here you will reflect, share and collaborate as you move through the C21 learning cycle towards your action plan. Cohort 21 is a unique professional development opportunity open to CIS Ontario … Continue reading “Welcome to Cohort 21”