6 Teaching Assumptions

Even the best of us get caught up in a traditional mindset that doesn’t serve our students well. It’s easier to point the finger at the “broken system” or at the child that “doesn’t care and is ruining my class” or the idea that “it worked for me when I was younger so it should be good enough for them.” After a challenging day in the classroom, I’ve had to ask myself the hard question: “Can I work smarter, not harder, and make a few adjustments that will create a better learning environment in this classroom?”

Let us read your thoughts below. Choose 1 of the assumptions that you see at your school (or educational context) and share your thoughts on how the new assumption could improve teaching and learning.