September 24, 2018
Island Teacher
This article offers an interesting perspective on the importance of conceptual understanding. So often teachers focus too heavily on procedural understanding. https://consiliumeducation.com/itm/2015/11/25/concept-based-mathematics/
September 15, 2018
Island Teacher
One year ago Hurricane Irma brought terrible destruction to the British Virgin Islands and other islands in its path. Many jurisdictions have not fully recovered. The meteorologist Jeff Masters is one of the most respected meteorologists in America. His research on the historic hurricane off the Lesser Antilles Islands in…
September 4, 2018
Island Teacher
I am a fan of standardised testing but have we gone too far? Are we derailing the lifelong learning journey? As reflective practitioners, we should never shy away from examining the stories emerging about childhood anxiety and stress. The Guardian Australia has a very powerful article based on the observations…
August 28, 2018
Island Teacher
Poetry can be an area that lots of teachers shy away from. Poetry offers children the joy of crafting their writing and playing around with words. There are plenty of resources online to help any teacher who either lacks the confidence or expertise to teach poetry. In a recent podcast…
August 28, 2018
Island Teacher
As a teacher, I like to think of myself as a reflective practitioner. I believe that we should always be able to give an answer when asked why we teach things in a certain way. Sometimes, the act of articulating a response to that question or a thought can lead…