I often get asked about how to best use color in classroom. Here are some things that bubble to the surface. Use colors that enhance focus and concentration, such as blue and green Incorporate bright and bold accents to stimulate creativity and energy Use colors that promote calmness and relaxation Choose colors that are easily adaptable and changeable for future use Consider the age and development level of the students

Originally posted HERE There is a lot not to like about low quality remote and distance learning. As a learner, it can make you feel lonely and distant from the learning. It can also create a dislike for the content being presented. It can spark confusion, extra work, and a…

This was originally published HERE It is that time of year when we look for recipes that can fill our stomachs and warm our hearts. We look for the traditional comforts that elicit memories of the past, and search for something new to add to our tables. For schools, we…

In parts one and two of this series, we talk about the benefits of learning space design, this last entry looks at where to begin. Many know that learning environments are essential to excellence in learning, but the barriers to making these shifts can often be about taking the first…

In part one, we looked at the importance of learning space design including benefits in the areas of: welcoming, belonging, stress/anxiety and agency/choice. Part two looks at additional benefits. The elements in part one and mentioned above are foundational considerations when designing effective learning spaces. …

Competing forces tug on all aspects of teaching and learning. These forces can create a whipsaw effect on teachers and leaders as they try to provide the best possible mix of learning for all students on a daily basis. These forces, both internal and external, create an ever moving target…

by Robert Dillon and Rebecca Louise Hare Far too often, deeper inquiry is squeezed into assembly line learning simply because the architecture and furniture of our learning environments fail to support the process. If we improve intellectual spaces in the classroom, we can change the focus from each student submitting…

This was originally published for Natural Pod HERE Learning during a pandemic has spotlighted concepts that have always been involved in some education conversations, but now seem to dominate the media, talk in the community and future planning. These concepts include synchronous and asynchronous learning, blended/hybrid/concurrent learning, and learning loss…

This was originally published HERE We are tending to the garden of learning. This garden needs attention as it has been neglected for years. This garden needs to be nurtured as it allows everything inside to grow and prosper. This garden needs time. It takes seasons and iterations to get…