Educators carry a significant responsibility: not only do they guide students in understanding new concepts but they also equip them with the essential skills needed for the 21st century. However, to do that well, they need to know not just what to teach, but how students learn. It is a question that is as simple … Continue reading Understanding how we think: why educators need to know how the brain learns – Dr. Erika Galea on The Sunday Times of Malta
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‘Because we are in a world in which kids need to go as meaning-makers, we need to be using assessments for kids to demonstrate understanding, apply what they have learned, and transfer it to situations that are brand new’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
In her exploration of educational strategies featured in the third vlog of her 4-part series, Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson delves into the capacities of every student in a classroom. She challenges the notion of labelling students as 'gifted', emphasising instead the unique neurodiversity and potential in each individual. Prof. Tomlinson advocates for a personalised approach … Continue reading ‘Because we are in a world in which kids need to go as meaning-makers, we need to be using assessments for kids to demonstrate understanding, apply what they have learned, and transfer it to situations that are brand new’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
‘A teacher needs to feel a real sense of energy in the content he or she teaches: this is a way for kids to understand better what the world means, what life is about and what their role in life is’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson
It was a true honour to engage in enlightening discussions about evidence-based practices with the esteemed Professor Carol Ann Tomlinson. I was absolutely thrilled when she accepted my invitation to be a featured guest on the Educational Neuroscience Hub blog. Her insights were not only inspirational but also deeply enriching. Throughout my undergraduate B.Ed. (Hons.) … Continue reading ‘A teacher needs to feel a real sense of energy in the content he or she teaches: this is a way for kids to understand better what the world means, what life is about and what their role in life is’ – Prof. Carol Ann Tomlinson