Simulations
Simulations are an easy way to engage students. They provide real life situations for students to work through and learn information. The difficult part is finding good simulations to expose students to. Webquests are one of the few simulations that I have used in the past. I have created a couple webquests in the past but they are time consuming and they are outdated fast.
Change and Innovation Theory
Change is hard to accomplish. My current class is incredibly negative and always giving up before starting. We have been working all year on having a growth mindset. It takes alot of effort to unfreeze their thinking. Once you have thought the same way for an extended period of time it is hard to think any differently. Luckily I have support from the entire staff and principal and they have been helping with the transition phase. They hear the same messages from everyone in the building which helps solidify the message and will make the refreezing much easier and faster.
Our school division is in the process of changing the ways that teachers approach report cards and recently watched this video. It shows how one person may look crazy and be the leader but all it takes is someone to follow to make a change.
http://www.ted.com/talks/derek_sivers_how_to_start_a_movement?language=en
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