Many people think the primary qualification for being a teacher is knowledge and mastery of the subject matter. By studying secondary math teacher preparation, I’ve found that most teachers come into the field with a deep background in math. The problem is that the understanding of mathematics gained through advanced university mathematics courses is not well-connected to the mathematics in the work of teaching. For example, most teachers are able to solve any problem in a high school math textbook. But that’s not the same as explaining how to solve those problems in multiple ways so that it’s accessible to many students. It’s really about understanding math in the way that it’s needed for teaching. This understanding is its own complex skill separate from (though connected to) understanding advanced mathematics. A big part of my work is about helping teachers develop the math understanding they need for teaching. Teaching is not simply standing in front of a class to disseminate kn...
Embracing digital learning means appreciating teachers’ permanent and critical role in the classroom, while empowering them to harness the tools that expand their curriculum and enhance communication.
The digital classroom is a collaborative space where teachers, students and technology can co-exist in harmony. The world of education is constantly changing and evolving. In fact, one of the only constants of education is change itself. One of the biggest driving factors affecting the changes in education today is technology. Our students are part of a new generation – a generation that is constantly connected and surrounded with technology, and so it only makes sense to fully incorporate technology into our teaching practices. As educators, we are the ones who need to evolve and adapt our teaching practices in order to accommodate, foster, and expand our students’ use of technology. We need to create a learning environment that supports 21st century learning.The solution is pretty obvious: schools need to implement digital classrooms. What is a digital classroom? A digital classroom is a classroom that is fully immersed in technology. Each students has access to...
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