LDT 632 Learning

Most people consume information that matches their opinions. Being exposed to conflicting views tends to reduce prejudice and enhance creative thinking. (Chamorro-Premuzic, 2014)

Find the sweet spot!
ALL STUDENTS ARE AT DIFFERENT LEVELS AND REQUIRE WORK THAT IS SPECIFICALLY APPROPRIATE FOR THEIR CURRENT LEVEL OF COMPETENCE (WILLINGHAM, 2009)

Read, Read, read!
THE BEST PLACE TO BE EXPOSED TO NEW VOCABULARY AND NEW IDEAS is THROUGH BOOKS, MAGAZINES AND NEWSPAPERS (WILLINGHAM, 2009)

5 core emotion competencies students need

• self-awareness
• Self-management
• Social awareness
• Relationship skills
• Responsible decision making
• (Divecha and Stern, 2015)

Failing is a natural point of learning