TED talks and School Reform

After my breakfast with the California family, I was reminded how much I adore TED Talks and how little I use them in my classroom.

Times are a changin'.

This talk from Sir Ken Robinson linked above combines so many of my interests and those of my college students:  school reform, standardization, ADHD and creativity.

Plus, raise your hand if you appreciate a RSA Animate video?

(My hand is raising and waving wildly).

Enjoy this,
Jen

Montessori Education and School Reform

You know my passions - Lil O and Paul, Colorado, technology, craftucation, and Montessori Education.

I grinned from ear-to-ear the other day in one of my college classes.  One of my undergraduate students raised her hand and asked, "So, how do you become a Montessori teacher?"

It was like music to my ears. 

This recent article on school reform and Montessori Education is fantastic.  If you don't know what Montessori Education is all about, this article will clearly inform you.  If you already are a supporter of Montessori Education, you will be cheering.

Thanks to Ms. J and the lovely author of this article, Laura Flores Shaw, for sharing.

Best,
Jen

PS - If you want to catch up on all the Montessori-related blog posts, click here:

Understanding Montessori Education, Part I

Understanding Montessori Education, Part II

Montessori Mafia

Montessori and 3, 2, 1 Fast Draw (a cartoon on Montessori Education)