From Werewolf to Democracy: Teaching Respect, Responsibility, and Discernment for Active Citizenship

Have you ever played the game ‘Werewolf’? For those who are unfamiliar, the game begins by secretly assigning roles. A group of players is divided into werewolves and villagers, with the werewolves knowing who they are, while the villagers start the game with no information. During the day, the villagers must work together to identify … Read more

Building Character: A Reflection for the Upcoming New Year

Watch your thoughts for they become words. Watch your words for they become actions. Watch your actions for they become habits. Watch your habits for they become your character. And watch your character for it becomes your destiny. —Lao-Tze This December many of us are beginning to reflect on our experiences and habits and set … Read more

Teaching with Purpose: Using Commonplace Journals to Grow in Wisdom and Clarity

“Wisdom Begins With Wonder” – Socrates We often think of wisdom as a quality that only comes with age and experience. While age and experience certainly help us develop good judgment and make sensible decisions that reflect emotional intelligence, empathy, and understanding, there are other ways teachers can cultivate wisdom in the classroom. One effective … Read more

Why we Need Trustworthy Teachers

In our relationships, there is one fundamental factor that drives motivation: trust. It helps us to take risks and strive for challenging goals, fostering a sense of safety that encourages open communication and collaboration. Author Stephen R. Covey states: “Trust is the highest form of human motivation. It brings out the very best in people. … Read more

The Australian Government announces free short courses for teachers

The Australian Government has announced a new initiative helping teachers to upskill with free short courses focused on phonics and classroom management. Designed by experts, these free microcredentials will offer evidence-based professional development opportunities for teachers. “These evidence-based courses will help teachers build on their skills in classroom management and the teaching of phonics,” explained … Read more

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