The goal of this Blog is to inspire our readers by sharing news about teaching and learning at every level from preK through college and beyond. Welcome to My Learning Springboard!
Research for Better Teaching (RBT)
Jon Saphier, Founder of Research for Better Teaching (RBT), is dedicated to improving teaching and learning. His organization partners with school districts across the United States to improve schools and facilitate professional development. Brad Hoffman, Amy Shapiro and Laurie Gross ... Read More
A 10 Year Old’s Writing Journey
A mom approaches me in the school lobby and says that her 10 year old girl loves, "I mean loooooooves," she reiterates the verb, to write. Instead of taking after-school soccer or theatre or drawing or tai chi, this girl ... Read More
What I Learned from Master Class with Simon Cowell
If you think about your life as a class, there's something to be learned from every experience. From adventures and accolades to setbacks and sorrows, even the smallest moment can have a big impact on how you move through the ... Read More
Yoga, Feel the Now
Several years ago, my wife and I decided to give up the gym and commit fully to our yoga practice. Having worked with some really talented instructors and friends over the past number of years, choosing a studio that offered ... Read More
