

New Insights on Classroom Motivation
Motivation can be intrinsic or extrinsic, that is it can come from an internal passion, interest, or sense of accomplishment, or it can...


Behaviourism
"Behaviourism is a behavioral approach to psychology that combines elements of philosophy, methodology, and theory." Behaviourism assumes...


Learning to Learn
“An educated person is one who has learned how to learn…how to adapt and change.” My gut reaction to this statement was that it was bold,...


Open your mind
Most individuals do not know how to learn, or they do not know how to learn in the most effective time saving way possible that is...


An Educators Role for a Lifelong Learner
As an educator I realized how important it is to motivate and encourage self-learning. It is my responsibility to build and maintain a...


Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning is essential for creating fulfilling career and life. I have been a student since I was 4 years old, and although...


Experiential Education
"Experience is essential to understanding, and understanding leads to social problem solving." John Dewey was a great philosopher of...


Learning Theories
I have just completed my first course in my Adult Education Program and we touched on many of the learning theories and their roots,...


ABC's of Classroom Management
I particularly like the getting to know your students, know their dreams and goals. Don't just make work to keep students busy, don't...


Critically Thinking about Critical Thinking
Critical thinking helps move us towards self-reliance, when we have not just memorized the solution to one problem, but used critical...