Unlock the Love of Learning
Originally Published: March 2000 Literature in junior and senior high school has, too often, been reduced to reading a set number of books. Left on their own, many students simply recall basic plot points and, therefore, only see the surface of a selection. With guidance, however, they can develop analytical skills that will make time …
Originally Published: January/February 2006 The one-size-fits-all approach to education emphasizes method. For a student to be successful, he must prove again and again that he can do assignments as they are set before him. Typically, that means plenty of handwriting—copying, taking notes, showing work in math, writing compositions, and so on. It means following oral …
Originally Published: February 1999 When lessons don’t seem to stick, a short attention span could be the culprit. Here are a few suggestions to help students focus and, hopefully, retain the lesson. Within any given lesson, frequently alternate between requiring the student to listen and asking him to respond. Only the first few words spoken—whether …
Originally Published: February 1998 This is a good time of year to take stock of what’s worked and what hasn’t. If your kids are not progressing in some area, or are generally complaining and putting out little effort, you will need to consider the materials in use and, equally as important, the method used in …
Originally Published: February 2000 An environment that encourages creativity is one that includes opportunities for children to explore and discover, and offers a broad base of experiences followed by opportunities for imitation. That, I think, is common knowledge. Another very important ingredient, however, may frequently be overlooked—the specific training in skills that will allow students …