Welcome

Please introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about who you are, where you are from, what you teach and anything else you want to include! 

Blog Post 1

In your opinion, is there a difference between learning and schooling?  If so, please describe.  If not, please explain.

Blog Post 2

Ken Robinson, in his TED talk, “Bring on the Revolution”, discusses the shift from standardized schooling to personalized 

learning.    Quote one statement from this video that really spoke to you, made you think, or raised an eyebrow.  Write about why these words of his are important to you.

Blog Post 3

Of all of the thoughts and issues brought forth in the “School Daze” chapter, which one affects/bothers/concerns 

you the most?  What is one thing you can do to improve your students’ school experiences?

Blog Post 4

Geoff Mulgan, in his TED talk, describes the Studio School.  Compare and contrast the Studio School with your school.

Imagine being a teacher at a school like the Studio School.  What would you like?  What would you dislike?

Blog Post 5

The author lists many seemingly unanswerable questions in these pages.  From the list, choose 3 that are most 

alarming to you and explain what concerns you most regarding these 3 questions.

Blog Post 6

Geoffrey Canada, in his TED talk, suggests schools change their business model.  Quote one statement or choose one story from this video that struck a chord or a nerve with you.  Write about why these words of his are important to you.

Blog Post 7

The author lists things kids say about school.  From the list, choose 3 that are most concerning to you and describe changes teachers/school could make to address these statements.  What is one out-of-the-box idea you have or will implement with your own students?

Blog Post 8

Ken Robinson, in his TED talk, “How To Escape Education’s Death Valley”, proposes ways to improve the culture of American schools.  What is one thing you can do to tap into your own students’ curiosity and creativity?

Blog Post 9

The author’s Ten Un-Commandments identify major systemic issues.  Choose the one you feel you have the most power to change.  Outline a plan of action for your self, your colleagues, your principal, your district that addresses this issue.

Blog Post 10

Please post your thoughts about this course below.  What did you like about it?  What didn’t you like about it?  Would you recommend this book study to a colleague?