Tag: Critical thinking skills
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Process Portfolios: The Comprehensive Way to Showcase Student Growth and Learning
Process Portfolios: A Comprehensive Way to Show Student Growth and Learning As the education system has evolved, so have the ways in which we assess students’ learning. One assessment method that has gained popularity is the use of process portfolios. Process portfolios are a collection of student work that shows their growth and progress throughout…
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The Importance of Handwork and Crafts in Education: Beyond Technology-Based Learning
As education evolves and the world becomes more digital, there is a growing concern about the lack of handwork/crafts being taught in schools. This type of learning used to be an integral part of the curriculum but has been slowly replaced by technology-based classes. However, it is important to recognize that handwork/crafts hold immense value…
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Alternative Schooling: The Future of Education?
As a writer and journalist, it’s my duty to bring forth important issues that affect our society. Today, I’d like to delve into the topic of alternative schooling and education. We’ve all heard about it, but what exactly is alternative schooling? And why are more parents choosing this path for their children? Alternative schooling refers…
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The Reggio Emilia Approach: A Comprehensive Guide to Child-Centered Learning and Creativity
Reggio Emilia Approach: A Comprehensive Guide Alternative schooling and education have been gaining popularity in recent years, as people begin to realize that the traditional approach to education may not be suitable for everyone. One of the most popular alternative approaches is the Reggio Emilia Approach, which originated in Italy after World War II. In…
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Rudolf Steiner: A Revolutionary Visionary in Alternative Education
Rudolf Steiner: A Visionary in Alternative Education Rudolf Steiner was an Austrian philosopher, educator, and founder of the Waldorf education system. He was born in 1861 and passed away in 1925. His ideas on education were revolutionary at the time and continue to influence alternative schooling today. Steiner believed that children should be educated holistically…
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Unlocking Student Potential: The Power of Multimodal Assessment
Introduction: Education is a vast field, and there are many ways to assess students’ learning outcomes. One of the most effective methods of evaluation is multimodal assessment. Multimodal assessment allows teachers to evaluate student performance in multiple domains such as reading, writing, listening, speaking and critical thinking skills. Multimodal assessments have become increasingly popular in…
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“Experience is the Best Teacher: 8 Benefits of Experiential Learning for Students”
Experiential learning is a powerful approach to education that involves hands-on, real-world experiences. Instead of just reading about something in a textbook or listening to a lecture, students actively participate in the learning process. This can take many forms, from field trips and service projects to simulations and role-playing exercises. Here are eight benefits of…
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Experiential Education: Unlocking the Pathway to Success
Experiential Education: A Pathway to Success Education is the foundation of a successful life. It empowers us, guides us, and shapes our future. But the traditional classroom model of education has often been criticized for its limitations in preparing students for real-world challenges. This is where experiential education comes into play. Experiential education is an…
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Unschooling: Letting Children’s Curiosity Guide Their Education Journey
Education is not one-size-fits-all, and this has been a prevalent theme in the past decade or so. With the rise of unschooling, parents are taking their children’s education into their own hands, steering away from traditional schooling methods and opting for a more self-directed approach. Unschooling is an educational philosophy that allows children to learn…
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Cooperative Learning Communities: The Innovative Approach to Inclusive and Collaborative Education.
Cooperative Learning Communities (CLCs) are structured learning environments that foster collaborative and inclusive learning experiences. These communities are designed to promote mutual support, active participation, and shared responsibility among learners. CLCs can take various forms, from small study groups to larger classes organized around a specific theme or project. In a cooperative learning community, students…
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