Thursday, October 20, 2011

October 20, 2011 "John Dewey Day"

Our fall collection of leaves and such :)
One of the most famous philosophers of modern education; today was his birthday.
Interesting link to read over.
dewey



http://www.iep.utm.edu/dewey/

Saturday, October 15, 2011

~New~ What nature teaches us!





The long day wanes: the slow moon climbs: the deep

Moans round with many voices. Come, my friends,

‘Tis not too late to seek a newer world.

- Alfred, Lord Tennyson


http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/article/20111009/GREEN01/110090306/Classroom-without-walls-Outdoor-education-an-old-concept-some-say-needs-grand-revival?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|FRONTPAGE|p


A great link on why children need outdoor experiences.



Richard Louv - on Education:

http://youtu.be/PY6fBRKPZKg