Category Archives: Growth Mindset

Student voice through reflection

Posted on 21/09/2016 by niko

Student Voice – Becoming a metacognitive thinker Metacognition in school context is thinking about one’s thinking.  More precisely it refers to the processes we use to plan, monitor, and assess our own understanding, learning, and performance. To be able to teach … Continue reading →

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Flipped Classroom with Khan Academy resources

Posted on 22/03/2016 by niko

Teachers are always striving to find ways to be more efficient and effective. One strategy that has gained a lot of attention is “Flipped Classroom”.   This approach uses technology to extend student exposure of the conceptual understanding over period of tome … Continue reading →

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How do we construct meaning?

Posted on 13/12/2015 by niko

One reoccurring question from parents and teachers new to PYP is usually about math: Why don’t we use text books to teach math. I usually answer with another question: How do children learn math? Now that usually brings the conversation … Continue reading →

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Minecraft and Education

Posted on 13/11/2015 by niko

Importance of Play in schools One of the current trends in the field of education is gamification. It is defined: the application of typical elements of game playing (e.g., point scoring, competition with others, rules of play) to other areas … Continue reading →

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