Lately you’ve noticed that it takes your tween son twice as long to write a paragraph on the computer as it took you to write one in cursive, back in the day. But he’s super fast at surfing the net on your smartphone. And despite all the websites at her fingertips, your teen daughter can’t…
Do Screens Get in the Way of Learning?
March 23, 2022
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How Playfulness Develops and Spurs a Drive to Learn
Everyone talks about the benefits of playfulness for learning and development. But what do we do to become playful? What helps or hinders us on that road? And what is it like to stay on that road? If we can map out the path, including its obstacles and its benefits, it will be easier to…
Play Could Help Reduce Covid-19 Slump in Learning
We should pay extra attention to the home schooling and care of disadvantaged children during the Covid-19 crisis. Their potential loss of learning could require that some students repeat an entire grade. However, play with families, as well as government help with computer access, can help mitigate the damage. These students are at particular risk…
Students as Decision-Makers
For 21 years, I was lucky enough to teach fifth grade. When people asked me what that was like, I always said, 10- and 11-year-olds are capable of learning anything an adult can learn, without the interference of hormones or bills to pay. They are still motivated to learn if the learning is relevant and…
What Exactly Is Classical Education?
January 21, 2022
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Wisdom and virtue are traits strived for in a classical education, a study of the true, good, and noble. The following experts—those who promote the transmission of classical education—define what classical education is and can be for today’s students. And, more importantly, why does it matter today? Dr. Allyson Barnes Barnes serves as Senior Faculty…
Hybrid Homeschooling—Families Seeking Better Alternatives
January 17, 2022
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A combination of at-home and at-school learning is a hot trend in America today. Recent data from the Census Bureau reveals that 11.1 percent of K–12 students are now independent homeschoolers. Families choosing to homeschool have been fortunate enough to have alternative learning options available. One such educational model fills in most, if not all,…
Self-Teaching Offers Path to Educational Freedom
I had been homeschooling my three children for several years already when I realized I was stuck. My firstborn was a dedicated entertainer. Clever, studious enough, and always engaged, Braeden was my homeschool test case and by all accounts a success. Mark one for the mom who began her journey filled with doubt and trepidation….
Add These 11 Back-to-School Musts to Your Online Calendar
Is back-to-school season stressing you out? There’s no better cure than your online calendar. Before that first bell rings, there are a number of items that need your attention as a parent. First, sending your kids back to school involves so much more than dropping them off at the bus stop. If you want them…
Learning to Speak With Clarity
In terms of content, it’s essential to structure our thoughts logically, as well as choose our words carefully. Just as important are projections, pronunciation, and diction. After all, in order to be a good communicator, you need to go beyond language skills. In Other Words, You Need to Learn to Speak with Clarity Whether you’re…
Tips for Retaining Employees and Promoting a Culture of Learning
Many factors contribute to a workplace culture that attracts and retains the right employees. In nearly every industry, employees are looking for an encouraging environment and opportunities for advancement. People want the room to learn and grow professionally. You’ll want to work on tips for retaining employees while promoting a culture of learning. Tips for…
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