Embracing Risk-Taking to Enhance Learning: 3 L.E.A.P. Tips
By Elisabeth Bostwick The phrase “risk-taking” is often tossed around in education. At the #ISTE19 conference, I heard many educators discuss the importance of embracing the ability to take…
Education
Proactive Approaches to Support all Learners- Moving Beyond the Behavior Chart
By Elisabeth Bostwick Early on in my career, I didn’t realize that spending an abundant amount of time creating behavior charts was unnecessary. I also didn’t realize that it…
Cultivating a Culture of Innovation: 5 L.E.A.P. Tips & Voices from the Field
In my book, Take the L.E.A.P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation, I share L.E.A.P. Tips and Takeaways, along with questions for reflection and discussion at the conclusion of each…
L.E.A.P. Tips: An Opportunity to Amplify Your Voice
In my book, Take the L.E.A.P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation, I share L.E.A.P. Tips and Takeaways, along with questions for reflection and discussion at the conclusion of each…
Leveraging Technology to Empower Learning
With the constant innovation occurring within EdTech, it can leave educators scratching their heads on which way to turn. Some educators opt to utilize technology as a substitution for…
KOOV: Coding Robotics to Empower Learning
A Review of KOOV Coding Robotics for SONY Cultivating opportunities that spark curiosity in students, inspires the desire to learn- increasing intrinsic motivation. Students who desire learning and growth,…
Create a SHINEtastic School Year with Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E.®!
Every child has unique strengths and interests. As educators, do we take the time to honor each child for their individuality, encouraging them to S.H.I.N.E. in their…
Five Characteristics of the Divergent Teacher
The idea of divergence is occasionally envisioned as two paths diverging in the wood, perhaps thanks to our friend Robert Frost. However, the idea of divergent teaching is…
E.mpowered Learning | Education | featured | Inspiration | L.uminous Culture | P.otential in Education
Connecting With Learners: The Power Behind Cultivating Strengths and Interests
School is in full swing, and enthusiasm continues to soar as learners create, make, and learn through exploring their curiosities. All the while, we dedicate time to cultivating authentic…
Maker Mornings Empower Learning
Maker Mornings Empower Learning From the moment they enter the classroom, learners are on the go! Each day, we spend the first twenty-five minutes of class engaging in any…
Empowering Learning Through Science Exploration
This study was commissioned by the U.S. Department of Education’s Ready To Learn Initiative, led by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and PBS. It was conducted by EDC and SRI International, long-standing evaluation…
Embrace Your Inner Leader
Countless educators aim to inspire, be the change and exude positivity. I’m grateful for my connection to educators who exhibit this as it’s what encourages others to persevere…