Growth Mindset in Math – Post Assessment Discussions Last week, my grade 11 math studies students wrote a test. This test was on problem-solving and functions. While students were reviewing for the test, things seemed to be running pretty smoothly. They had small hiccups here and there, but ultimately things were looking good. My brain … Continue reading “Growth Mindset in Math – Post Assessment Discussions”
During the second F2F session for Cohort 21 I came in with the idea that my action plan would revolve somewhere around the idea of Creating a Culture of Grit. By using the design process to hone in deeper into my action plan, I felt that the process turned out to be more cyclical than I had … Continue reading “Lather-Rinse-Repeat: The Mind-Boggling Design Process”
This summer, I read my first non-fiction book (other than academic textbooks) and the impact it had on my life was greater than I ever could have imagined. This book was “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth. The point that I like that Angela honed in on, was that talent … Continue reading “How Grit is Shaping my 2016-2017 Academic Year”
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”