If you have followed my blog for any amount of time, you’ll know that I am a huge proponent of project based learning (or PBL for short). I have a PBL hub with articles and resources you can access. I conduct PBL workshops, keynotes, and... The post When Should We Avoid Implementing PBL? appeared first[...]

Authentic learning has always required a connection to a real context. However, in a generative age, where AI cannot “read the room,” contextual thinking has become more important than ever. In this article and podcast episode, I explore the implications of this and share six... The post Contextual Thinking is Becoming Vital in the Age[...]

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In my latest episode, I talk to Susan M. Riley about what creativity looks like in a generative age. She talks about how it’s changing, why it’s important, and what creative thinking looks like in a K-12 classroom. Listen to the Podcast If you enjoy... The post Susan M. Riley on the Power of Creativity[...]

Focus is no longer our default. It’s not something that tends to happen by accident anymore. In a culture built on notifications, infinite scroll, and instant answers, students need both a pull toward deeper thinking and a push away from the distractions that steal their... The post The Push and the Pull Needed to Help[...]