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The “Rigor” of Kindergarten

The “Rigor” of Kindergarten

A few years ago I read an article titled: Learning at Pace of Leisure – New kindergarten law to allow children more time to pick up skills. So far, fine. But here’s what spoiled the story: “This is much better for making sure the kids who enter...
LearningSuccess™ Tip: Lighting Matters

LearningSuccess™ Tip: Lighting Matters

People are affected differently by various lighting situations, which can then affect focus and concentration when learning or working. Is the lighting bright or low, natural or artificial? If artificial, is it incandescent, fluorescent, or full-spectrum? Fluorescent...
The Supportive Disposition

The Supportive Disposition

Supportive Disposition students need small group spaces that provide room to talk and discuss. They thrive in atmospheres that are interactive, cooperative, and fair. They love personal attention and focus on values and team spirit. They often “get in trouble” for...
The Imaginative Disposition

The Imaginative Disposition

Imaginative Disposition students need spaces that allow them to design, create, think, doodle or daydream. They learn best when the teaching materials and techniques involve the arts or some type of creative process. College students who have the Imaginative...
The Curious Disposition

The Curious Disposition

Curious Disposition students need flexible spaces that provide room for labs, experiments, and models. They thrive in atmospheres that encourage questioning, exploring, debating, and unscheduled time to work independently. Often, they ask lots of questions – about...