The Pygmalion effect
The Pygmalion effect is not just a psychological curiosity, but a relational dynamic that cuts across all fields of learning. A look back at scientific studies on the Pygmalion effect, named after the sculptor who fell in love with his sculpture.
The place of emotions in learning
Emotions, seen from a cerebral and phenomenological point of view, contribute to learning. Behind the only chemical and neurological description, there is a personal meaning that leads to act in one's environment in a singular way.
How can we improve the quality of reading in a heterogeneous group?
Parachute reading is an exciting exercise that simulates learners' search for quality.
Grading students' digital productions: yes, but how?
As incentives for students to use digital tools and resources not only as sources of documentation but also, and more importantly, as media for production grow, so does the question of how to evaluate these productions. How do we assess the quality of blog posts written by students, for example? The University of Wisconsin provides some leads here.
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Making historical symbols your own
History has left anecdotes and artifacts that have become symbols for different nations. But as time goes by, their interpretation can change. What's more, while we place a great deal of emphasis on national history, there is little for local history, which is often intertwined with it. What if we were to draw inspiration from the experience of Marseilles schoolchildren who have given life and meaning to the unsuspected historical symbols of their neighborhood?