A Pedagogy of Surprise

<p><b>Combines theory and practice to inspire teachers to embrace a sense of surprise in their classrooms.</b></p><p>What would your classroom be like if you could see it as something surprising novel and fresh in every moment? What are the unique gifts that students and teachers alike bring to classrooms? Through a combination of robust theory in-depth scholarship and practical exercises for teachers <i>A Pedagogy of Surprise</i> is a vital resource that allows teachers to explore how they can bring a sense of wonder surprise and gratitude into their experiences of the classroom. It will delight and inspire anyone with an interest in using contemplation mindfulness and reflection to enhance teacher wellness. Topics include how a phenomenology of surprise can inform and enhance the teaching and curricular experience the gift economy as applied to the classroom the meaning and scope of gratitude practices in curricular settings and applications of surprise gifts and gratitude to teaching. The final chapter includes inspiring visualizations that teachers of any grade can apply to feel more gifted surprised and connected within their classroom milieu.</p>