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...
Aug 5, 2019 | Educational Philosophies, Small Classrooms, Small School Benefits, Small School Curricula
“Imagination is more important than intelligence.” Albert Einstein A lot has happened in the field of education over the past few generations and, in all reality, centuries. As a result, there are many great philosophies of education to choose from when designing...
Jun 12, 2019 | Small Classrooms, Small School Benefits
“Once we grow accustomed to the Socratic method of learning, we wonder, how have we drifted so far from the circle? What ever made us think that rows upon rows of desks would be the way to engage and connect?” Dr. Stuart Grauer Head of School, The Grauer School...
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