Treasures in the making, to know and to own, that last, that will last
The whole mechanics of value can be summed up in four characteristics. This may sound simple, but it does not take into account human inventiveness and the possibilities of interaction. This mechanism also works for the world of education.
Effects of bonuses in education - not to think about
In situations where there is no single solution or stable context, we invest ourselves as long as the activity is important, interesting or gives us the impression of progress. Adding rewards only diminishes overall performance! Welcome to the 21st century.
Blurring the boundaries between professional and personal
Social networks blur the boundary between teachers' professional and personal lives, transforming the pedagogical relationship. While this digital proximity can enrich exchanges, it also carries the risk of excessive familiarity and undermining the authority of the teacher. To meet this challenge, teachers need to rethink their posture and build an authentic, controlled online presence.
Valuing a course means recognizing the teacher
A good course is a good teacher. It's a professional who knows the requirements of a school program or certification course, the pedagogical techniques to be favored and who knows how to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and flawless communication. There are plenty of good teachers out there, but the current lack of international recognition of the profession is a cause for concern. What does the OECD's TALIS survey tell us?
Neuromyths that persist in schools
Neuroscience is young. Indeed, they are fascinating, and may hold the key to our brains. But for the time being, researchers still know very little. As a result, early hypotheses are often overturned by new discoveries. Yet these myths continue to be perpetuated by schools, much to the dismay of scientists.