Aug 21, 2024 | Educational Philosophies
“We set out on a winding, thin path, thick with moss covered rocks gently protruding, creek beds off to the right, and hardwood trees of quite a few species. These forest trails can be tricky to follow. You need to find ways to pay attention, ways you never need in...
Jul 30, 2024 | Educational Philosophies
In 1876, American baseball players did not use gloves and the pitcher stood in a box 45 feet from the batter, not today’s 60 feet. Original basketball games used peach baskets. Those were “the rules of the game.” Games are the mother of organization. So, imagine if...
Mar 13, 2024 | Educational Philosophies, Small School Benefits, Small Schools Research
THE RENAISSANCE OF SMALL SCHOOLS: Revisiting the Future of Learning by Angela L Fubler, BA, BCS, M.Ed.Consultant, Eaglemann Learning & Innovation GroupFounder, Owner – Chatmore British International School, Bermuda Introduction Welcome to the inaugural...
Oct 1, 2023 | Educational Philosophies, Small Classrooms, Small Schools Research
There is historical and empirical evidence suggesting that smaller class sizes, particularly around 12 students or less, can have several benefits. For an area of teaching and learning so impactful, the dearth of research sometimes feels stunning. While few schools...
Sep 7, 2023 | Educational Philosophies
Pictured above: Carl Jung contemplating the bust of Socrates. “My way toward the truth is to ask the right questions.” –Socrates What if, whenever your student or child made a statement, you imagined them saying at the end of that statement: “Those are only my initial...
May 30, 2023 | Educational Philosophies
…and What It Means to Them Socratic Method at Grauer “I find myself using the Socratic Method often when we are solving and breaking down word problems. Problem solving skills don’t come easily to many students. However, when I ask them to break...
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