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Future-Proofing Learning: Preparing Students for an Uncertain Tomorrow

A Principal's Reflections

Future-proofing learning requires a shift in pedagogy, focusing on higher-order thinking, authentic application, purposeful technology integration, personalization, and flexible learning environments. One crucial aspect of future-proofing learning is developing critical thinking and metacognition.

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Critical Thinking in the 21st Century and Beyond

A Principal's Reflections

We learned science. He is the main reason I pursued a degree in science initially, before taking this passion to the field of education. There was one project in particular that has stuck with me to this day. He didn’t teach science. All of his classes were amazing.

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Project-based learning gets its moment during the coronavirus

The Hechinger Report

Their experience with remote learning helped when schools closed because of the coronavirus. As closures stretched on for weeks and reopening seemed increasingly distant, Shelby County educators had to shift gears. This model, however, embeds teaching and learning of new content in the projects themselves.

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PROOF POINTS: Four new studies bolster the case for project-based learning

The Hechinger Report

Four new studies on project-based learning. Project-based learning, a popular practice that uses lots of poster boards and student presentations, is billed as an antidote to boring classrooms where teachers drone on. Not every attempt at project-based learning worked. 3rd grade science.

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Project-based learning boosts student engagement, understanding

The Hechinger Report

Seventh grade students offer feedback on projects by sixth graders at Stony Brook School, where about 40 students in each grade get interdisciplinary, project-based learning. It’s a cool way to learn something,” Roman said. Instead of learning and taking a test. Subscribe today! WESTFORD, Mass. –

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Relevant Thinking and Learner Success

A Principal's Reflections

It also ensures that education remains dynamic and meaningful, preparing students to make informed decisions and contribute positively to society. Hence, nurturing relevant thinking is essential for equipping young minds with the competence to transform knowledge into action and meet the demands of the future head-on.

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Game Design as a Catalyst For Learning

A Principal's Reflections

Many of these conversations focused on my own son’s use of technology as a catalyst for creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking developed by playing Minecraft and using iMovie to storyboard and create his own movies. To learn more about VR Quest contact Warren Black at 631-365-2506 or wblack@vrquest.com.