Spread the loveWhen it comes to our educational system, everyone can agree that there is always something that can be better. We all want our students to succeed and to be the best they can be. When our students achieve, society benefits. The question then becomes, what are the best policies for success, and who is qualified to make them? How policy is often developed? The policy is frequently made behind closed doors. Educators and specialists are in charge of this. While educators should have an understanding of and involvement in legislation, it is the “experts” who are problematic. The […]

Spread the loveImplicit bias is characterized as unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that influence our perceptions, behaviors, and judgments. While bias is unavoidable, it should be reduced and corrected as much as possible. When it comes to children, their experiences shape their trajectory well beyond their early schooling environment, as they do in practically every aspect of their lives. Their early schooling has the potential to both alleviate and reinforce their implicit prejudices. Educators and leaders in early life are crucial in this process and can significantly lessen the harmful impacts of implicit biases. Students’ Implicit Bias When it comes to […]

Spread the loveAs educators, it is crucial to teach students not only about content area knowledge but also about the cognitive processes involved in learning. Teaching about cognition allows students to understand how they learn and retain information, which can improve their academic performance and overall success. One essential concept to teach about cognition is metacognition- the ability to reflect on one’s own thinking and learning processes. By teaching students metacognition, they can learn to be self-aware of their learning strategies and adjust them accordingly. This can involve teaching students how to ask questions, set goals, monitor their progress, and […]