Assertiveness in Schools
Asserting yourself doesn’t mean being an ass, or not thinking about other people’s thoughts and feelings. Instead it’s finding the balance between ...
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The ACTUAL reason why school exists
We spend 15 years working towards a year 12 diploma. By the end, we’re promised to have learnt essential skills to thrive in society, whether that...
My Hot take on Learning Disabilities
Athletic, smart, musical, depressed, good listener, people person… Are we born with it or is it because of our environment? Scientists and phil...
The Beep Test
There’s a few things I detest in the world. Wet door handles. Angry cyclists in lycra. Sea cucumbers. And now to add to that list… the dreaded ...
Software
Think of our brain like a computer. From the moment we pop out into the world, blood, mucus and all, we start downloading software in the form of ...
Working World
School is that rare place where the focus is on the LEARNER, you, the student. The teacher/professor/lecturer is there to teach YOU; to give pers...
Theory isn't good enough
“In theory, theory and practice are the same. In practice, they are not.” Albert Einstein I can rote memorise formulas and it’ll get me an ...
Currency
We treat the year 12 exam mark like money. For 13 years, we’ve completed standardised assessments and learnt off a standardised curriculum all for...
Maxed Out Energy
Energy comes from these core factors: nutrition exercise sleep breaks The more we prioritise these, the more mentally and physically al...
A Non-negotiable for any Successful Classroom
You could have the best resources, planned activities, method of teaching… but all of that’s worthless if there’s any judgement in the classroom. ...
Connect Before Correct
Behaviour management is a HOT topic in teaching, and one that often leads to recess/lunchtime holdbacks, or detentions/suspensions. The concept go...
ADHD in School
“Children don’t have a disability, they have an inability to cope with the rigidity of classrooms.” Well, we might as well wrap up the blog post h...
Decisions, Decisions...
My friend is building a house from scratch. She’s learning everything from loans to settlements to lighting, and what’s really draining her is the...
Make it Relevant
My friend’s university data science degree is intense, has plenty of assignments… but she loves it. It’s definitely a huge change from her undergr...
School Force-Feeding
“EAT!” My grandma exclaims, though it comes across more like a command. She gestures towards the dining table, brimming with salted crackers, pean...
Homeroom Solution
Last night at a party, I found myself in a circle of primary teachers who were either studying or fresh into their full time job. Of course, the h...
Know Your Customer
Just yesterday, I went scouring for an e bike. I’ve fantasised about it, effortlessly strolling along the Yarra river with barely a drop of sweat. ...
Waiting for permission
It’s a habit we all know too well. When figuring out what to do or say, instead of just trialling and seeing what works best, we look to others for...
Supermarket Scams (and how that relates to education)
Why is it that when we plan to buy 2 items, we come back with 6? That, our supposed 10 min trip has turned into 30? This is exactly what supermar...
Shock To the System! An Education Ebook (+ PDF download)
HOLY HECK! After a long time writing and drawing, I’m excited to say the PDF is now available to access! E BOOK PDF: Shock to the System Of...