Beliefs

Here's what I believe about education:

Data-driven education - when using the right kinds of data - is right for kids.
Read more about interim assessment and authentic assessment (coming soon.)


Interest-based, integrated learning - balanced by direct instruction in skills as needed - is right for kids.
Read more about why project-based learning works and how we can help teachers use it.


Classroom management - when it's both logical and efficient - is right for kids.
Read more about intrinsic student motivation in my classroom.


Professional systems - built to fit the huge task of teaching today - are right for kids and teachers.
Read more about systems that are helping me become a good teacher.


If we come back to our deepest beliefs, we will do the right thing for kids.