If one wishes a subject to be taught with maximal effectiveness, he should: #2. Present it in its simplest form (but not necessarily its most elementary). Break down concepts into simple terms so even complex subject matter is presented into bite size pieces that can be easily understood. Doctors describe medical procedures in “laymen’s […]
If one wishes a subject to be taught with maximal effectiveness, he should: #3. Teach it with minimal altitude (prestige). Any good teacher will tell you that teaching isn’t about showing off how smart you are or making sure that your students respect you because you have multiple degrees and they don’t. Teaching is about helping […]
It’s a basic concept we are familiar with, tackling tasks one step at a time, only progressing to the next thing once we have mastered the current step. It’s essentially Skill Building 101 and when done properly a solid foundation is built and competency is the ultimate result. Conversely, when a gradient has not been mastered and […]
The Community Learning Center Academy students had a terrific time watching the Monarch Caterpillars grow into butterflies in September. The process was so interesting for all the students!
So much emphasis in formal education seems to be on memorization. Memorization of facts, dates, formulas…the list goes on. Often students are encouraged to memorize data and this is thought to be a measure of learning. The use of this is mostly so they can then take an exam and get a passing grade. If they can […]
As with most education topics, there are many different definitions for and schools of thought when it comes to self-directed learning. So, what is self-directed learning? It’s a process where individuals take initiative in order to increase their knowledge or skills, at any time and place, without the help of a teacher. The overall concept is […]
We are very excited to start the 2019-2020 school year! We are looking forward to seeing many new faces and those of our returning students! Let’s have a great year!
“At first when I was learning fractions, I was very unsure how to do them. I was so confused how to multiply and divide them. I didn’t really know what fraction even meant. Now I feel so confident in fractions and I feel like I can do any problem. Now I know what fractions mean […]
Today we honored the Community Learning Center Academy students with Academy Awards. (At least our version of Academy Awards!) Each student was presented with a unique award – awards ranging from Outstanding Academic Achievement to Sunshine Award. These awards are given based on each students strengths in different areas, both in and out of the […]
The Community Learning Center Academy students celebrated the end of the school year with a pizza party, games and then an epic water fight. Here’s a great tip to have a “water balloon” fight that keeps on going: Have several buckets of water strategically placed. Fill them with sponges from the dollar store and let […]
