This is the last section of The Core! Here, we explain the difference between knowing and learning. Both attaining knowledge and being capable of learning are important to our success. This chapter covers the three types of learning that are crucial for educators. Throughout this chapter, you will learn ways to learn about your students, for your students and from your students.
Further Reading
- No, Educators and Policymakers Shouldn’t Just ‘Do What the Research Shows’
- Will Richardson on Learning in School
- The First 6 Weeks: Strategies For Getting To Know Your Students
- Assuming the Best
- The Best Leaders Are Constant Learners
- Bill Gates, Warren Buffett And Oprah All Use The 5-Hour Rule
- Universal Design for Learning
Further Viewing
- School Doesn’t Have to Kill Creativity
- Linda Yollis on Blog Parties
- Twitter Reflection Video
- Video linked above is from #RCOELead
Questions for Discussion
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Growth is essential to our work as educators. What is something you used to do as an educator that you no longer do? Why did you stop doing it?
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In what ways do you learn about your students and how does that shift your practice?
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Share an area where you received feedback and used it to improve. What was beneficial about the feedback and how did it spark your growth?