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The Power of Routines: Building a Strong Foundation for Success

A Principal's Reflections

Research by Wendy Wood, a leading expert in habit formation, has shown that routines can become so ingrained in our behaviors that they become almost automatic, freeing up mental energy for other tasks (Wood & Neal, 2016). Below are some of the ways routines can help you maximize time and find success. & Broda, M. Wood, W., &

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Research: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Learning

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Corriveau and Kurkul (2016) administered a study of preschool-aged students about how they choose from whom to learn. The purpose of the study was to see if a preschoolers’ preference in informer is related to SES (Corriveau & Kurkul, 2016). The authors expand on the first qualifier of accuracy with preference in voice.

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The Path to Efficacy

A Principal's Reflections

Based on Eells's research, John Hattie positioned collective efficacy at the top of the list of factors that influence student achievement (Hattie, 2016). 2016, July). Meta-analysis of the relationship between collective efficacy and student achievement. Unpublished doctoral dissertation. Loyola University of Chicago.

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Preparing Learners for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

A Principal's Reflections

Although the 2000s brought with them significant change in how we utilize technology to interact with the world around us, the coming transformational change will be unlike anything mankind has ever experienced ( Schwab, 2016 ). Advances in technology are disrupting almost every industry and in almost every country.

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Competencies vs. Skills

A Principal's Reflections

Image credit: www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/06/8-digital-skills-we-must-teach-our-children/ While skills are an important part of learning and career paths, they’re not rich or nuanced enough to guide students towards true mastery and success.

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Turn Students from Passive Listeners into Engaged Learners with imakiku

A Principal's Reflections

For readers of A Principal's Reflections the trial is free until 3/31/2016 by using a special code. They can also submit comments and questions during the class, which the class can see and “vote” on. You can access a free trial until 12/31/2015 for general use.

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The Pivotal Role Movement Plays in Learning

A Principal's Reflections

Research reviewed by Elisabeth Trambley, Jacob Sattelmair & John Ratey (2009), and Kristy Ford (2016) all conclude how both recess and physical activity lead to improved learning outcomes. I have seen this firsthand in schools across the globe. Let’s look into this a little more closely.

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