Relevant Classroom

<p> Students need to connect to the real world be engaged and learn deeply. But <em>how</em> are teachers supposed to ensure that students meet these objectives in the current school system? In <em>The Relevant Classroom </em> Eric Hardie presents six strategies derived from his two decades of experience as an elementary and secondary teacher and principal to show teachers ways to foster real-world connections genuine engagement and deeper learning: <p/>1. Make meaning central to student work. <br>2. Contextualize the curriculum. <br>3. Create space to learn. <br>4. Connect student work to the community. <br>5. Follow the (student) leaders. <br>6. Reenvision feedback and evaluation. <p>This practical volume includes advice on how to get started vivid examples reflection questions and tips on how to overcome common obstacles. <em>The Relevant Classroom</em> is about recognizing that teachers who tap into students' capacities for creativity collaboration and innovation can create learning experiences that are truly meaningful for students. </p>