This Wednesday, we launched a new unit on Media & Communication. We began by introducing two essential questions and having students reflect on the answers, first in writing, and then in a group discussion. We recorded initial conjectures and thoughts, which we’ll add to as we go. This initial discussion brought out many differing view… Read more

“Is knowledge possible without language?” We kicked off our Reader’s Theater read-aloud of The Miracle Worker with this question. Students emphatically decided that the answer is “yes” and pointed to all kinds of non-propositional knowledge one might have, like how to ride a bike, play a sport, or knit a scarf. Students all agreed that… Read more