by Lee Watanabe-Crockett | Classroom Management
People like to share powerful motivational quotes everywhere for any number of reasons. We place them on social media to inspire others and define our values. They end up on posters in our offices and classrooms for a daily refresher of what’s important. Above... 
by Lee Watanabe-Crockett | Teaching
Ed note: This is an updated version of the article 7 Pillars of Classroom Wisdom for Lifelong Learning. It features a new infographic poster on the 7 best ways to foster lifelong learning. To foster lifelong learning means to impart a passion for learning to all your... 
by Lee Watanabe-Crockett | Critical Thinking
Many great educators have said many great things about the importance of lifelong learning skills. John Dewey, however, probably said it best: “Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” Educators want their learners to succeed both... 
by Lee Watanabe-Crockett | Information Fluency
The purpose of education is to teach students lifelong learning skills that will help them navigate careers and relationships in their post-school lives. Aside from teaching core subjects, there are many important skills that are valuable to becoming successful. Here... 
by Lee Watanabe-Crockett | Critical Thinking
Your classroom is your temple of learning, and within its walls sage classroom wisdom abounds. In this haven, your young pupils learn the paths of critical thinking and lifelong learning. Here they attain the skills that serve them faithfully long after they’ve... 
by Lee Watanabe-Crockett | Solution Fluency
“People can often do more, change more, and learn more—often far more—than they’ve ever dreamed possible. Our potential is hidden in plain sight all around us.” —Barbara Oakley via Greater Good Magazine People around the world are hungry to learn. Instructor Barbara...