by Peter Skillen | Feb 14, 2019 | Less Teacher, More Student, Making The Shift, The How of 21st Century Teaching, Voices
PBL is a construct made up by human beings — there are lots of variations! And you are entitled to construct your own version within some parameters. Study many of the great resources that are available to you and then create your own working definition and effective PBL practice. And consider our Continua Frame. We like to think with it, rather than dichotomies, simply because things are rarely on or off, black or white, ones or zeroes!
by Peter Skillen | Apr 9, 2013 | Passion Based Learning, The How of 21st Century Teaching, Voices
Teacher and teacher educator Peter Skillen reflects on the role of passion in learning, highlighting the research and reminding us that emotion energizes the brain. Mesmerize!
by Peter Skillen | Nov 30, 2012 | The How of 21st Century Teaching, Uncategorized, Voices
How can we help novice learners become more expert learners? Canadian educator Peter Skillen has created collaborative journal writing environments to move kids beyond social commenting and into deeper thinking. Here, he shares some of his techniques and invites dialogue.
by Peter Skillen | Oct 20, 2012 | Less Teacher, More Student, The Compelling Need for Change, Voices
I believe it is not enough to judge humankind on scientific principles — which historically have often been temporary truths. Schooling must respect the art of human-ness and so we should design natural learning environments to maximize our children’s innate assets.
by Peter Skillen | Aug 31, 2012 | PLP Live Events, Powerful Learning Practice
Peter Skillen shares why he’s excited to attend #PLPLive12 and hear John Seely Brown (opening keynote speaker)