John Holt: What Do I Do Monday?, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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What Do I Do Monday? is John Holt's response to hundreds of letters he received from teachers asking for practical advice on implementing change in their classrooms. Teachers asked, "I understand what you're saying about changing schools, but what can I do about this in my own classroom? What do I do on Monday?" Holt answers with a treasure trove of practical suggestions, innovative teaching strategies, and hands-on activities. From personalized learning plans to collaborative projects and community-building activities, Holt provides practical advice and inspiration to help teachers create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

What Do I Do Monday? is John Holt's response to hundreds of letters he received from teachers asking for practical advice on implementing change in their classrooms. Teachers asked, "I understand what you're saying about changing schools, but what can I do about this in my own classroom? What do I do on Monday?" Holt answers with a treasure trove of practical suggestions, innovative teaching strategies, and hands-on activities. From personalized learning plans to collaborative projects and community-building activities, Holt provides practical advice and inspiration to help teachers create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Holt's groundbreaking books, How Children Faii (1964) and How Children Learn (1967), sparked a movement by challenging traditional teaching methods. He observed that forcing children to learn made them unnaturally self-conscious, stifling their initiative and creativity as they focused on pleasing teachers with the "right" answers. Holt's recommendations challenge the traditional constraints faced by today's educators, offering practical advice to foster innovation, compassion, and resourcefulness in teaching. Implementing the strategies in What Do I Do Monday? empowers teachers to change the classroom dynamic, the relationship between students and teachers, and schools' connections to their communities

Whether you're a new teacher looking for inspiration or a seasoned educator searching for fresh ideas, What Do I Do Monday? is an invaluable guide to transforming your classroom, captivating your students' imaginations, and making learning more fun and meaningful.