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The X-Challenges: A Simple Math Question for Education A seemingly simple mathematical question regarding the number of relationships among five students, which, without direction, amounts to 1024, but with direction, expands to 59049, is truly inspiring. How does this question inspire us to contemplate the future of education, the internet, and human society? Have the theories and practices of purportedly student-centered or personalized learning ever tackled this straightforward math problem? Pedagogy, the science of education, has traditionally centered on the dynamics of one teacher and one classroom, with little research attention to uncover the abundance and complexity of learning relationships within a classroom. Government policies and finances have been built on this foundation. This encompasses various aspects such as policy, financial resources, structural setup, architectural space design, school administration, average spending or cost per student, teacher and staff compensations, administrator salaries, class size, teacher-student ratio, curriculum design, and methods of teaching, learning, and assessment. This "one teacher, one classroom" model of school education has been exceptionally stable for over three centuries worldwide, significantly limiting potential change and innovation. Schools and colleges of education at universities worldwide have developed their programs, curriculum, research, and practices around this pedagogy model of one teacher and one classroom for centuries. In a learning environment guided by values rather than driven by attention and consumerism, children can gain more diverse learning opportunities and achieve richer learning outcomes. More importantly, they will learn how to actively create happiness, cherish and enhance their inner well-being, and build harmonious relationships within their families and communities. Do you concur that the next generation of the internet, driven by values rather than the current attention or advertising-focused model, could potentially emerge from the authentic learning experiences and relationships of the younger generation in education? Margaret Mead, an American cultural anthropologist, once said: "We are now at a point where we must educate our children in what no one knew yesterday, and prepare our schools for what no one knows yet." The future is not where we are going to, but what we must create now. The first GEC 3.0 Future School was designed by The Kubala Washatko Architects from Wisconsin in 2012 and has been brought to reality by Principal LIU Keqin and her team ever since. This Global Educational Community's holistic future school solution has been supported by Dr. Ann Lieberman, Dr. Raymond Pecheone from Stanford University, and scholars from other prestigious universities, along with innovative K-12 schools worldwide since 2012. Please visit us at: The X-Challenges https://xchallenges.com

A seemingly simple mathematical question regarding the number of relationships among five students, which, without direction, amounts to 1024, but with direction, expands to 59049, is truly inspiring. How does this question inspire us to contemplate the future of education, the internet, and human society? Have the theories and practices of purportedly student-centered or personalized learning ever tackled this straightforward math problem? Pedagogy, the science of education, has traditionally centered on the dynamics of one teacher and one classroom, with little research attention to uncover the abundance and complexity of learning relationships within a classroom. Government policies and finances have been built on this foundation. This encompasses various aspects such as policy, financial resources, structural setup, architectural space design, school administration, average spending or cost per student, teacher and staff compensations, administrator salaries, class size, teacher-student ratio, curriculum design, and methods of teaching, learning, and assessment. This "one teacher, one classroom" model of school education has been exceptionally stable for over three centuries worldwide, significantly limiting potential change and innovation. Schools and colleges of education at universities worldwide have developed their programs, curriculum, research, and practices around this pedagogy model of one teacher and one classroom for centuries. In a learning environment guided by values rather than driven by attention and consumerism, children can gain more diverse learning opportunities and achieve richer learning outcomes. More importantly, they will learn how to actively create happiness, cherish and enhance their inner well-being, and build harmonious relationships within their families and communities. Do you concur that the next generation of the internet, driven by values rather than the current attention or advertising-focused model, could potentially emerge from the authentic learning experiences and relationships of the younger generation in education? Margaret Mead, an American cultural anthropologist, once said: "We are now at a point where we must educate our children in what no one knew yesterday, and prepare our schools for what no one knows yet." The future is not where we are going to, but what we must create now. The first GEC 3.0 Future School was designed by The Kubala Washatko Architects from Wisconsin in 2012 and has been brought to reality by Principal LIU Keqin and her team ever since. This Global Educational Community's holistic future school solution has been supported by Dr. Ann Lieberman, Dr. Raymond Pecheone from Stanford University, and scholars from other prestigious universities, along with innovative K-12 schools worldwide since 2012. Please visit us at: The X-Challenges https://xchallenges.com Global Educational Community https://lnkd.in/gFHJ24yt

Yup, this adds up! The four-year study will focus on three learning progression frameworks that translate research theory into practical learning progressions that math teachers can use to understand how to best serve their students. 

🌟 Exciting Read Alert! 🌟 🍎 Check out this thought-provoking article written by our Director of Math, Naomi Perl, and two of our Math Instructional Coaches/Leaders, Precious James (Learning Without Limits), and Kristina Hargreaves (Cox Academy). The article explores a shift towards students understanding the why behind mathematical concepts, not just the how. It empowers students to think about their thinking, fostering a deeper, more meaningful understanding of math. 👉 Read the article, link below: A Shift Towards Students Thinking About the Thinking and Not Just the Steps in Math Class #MathEducation #StudentEmpowerment #Metacognition #LearningAndDevelopment https://lnkd.in/dTi5yfJV

What if math could help students tackle the world’s biggest challenges? 🌍✨ Explore a powerful approach to math education that goes beyond the classroom, inspiring students to think globally and act locally. Read on: https://bit.ly/3Mdadqk

Struggling with new math instruction? Jesse Lewis has your back! Dive into this week's blog for valuable tips to clarify math education. Discover strategies like "show what you know" and fostering exploration to empower both educators and learners.

Struggling with new math instruction? Jesse Lewis has your back! Dive into this week's blog for valuable tips to clarify math education. Discover strategies like "show what you know" and fostering exploration to empower both educators and learners.

Struggling with new math instruction? Jesse Lewis has your back! Dive into this week's blog for valuable tips to clarify math education. Discover strategies like "show what you know" and fostering exploration to empower both educators and learners.

According to Education Week, students’ math scores have plummeted and educators are working hard to turn math outcomes around. So, they've come up with three ways to strengthen Math Instruction. But we have another one to add to the list - our Maths #TimesTable Wizard! 🪄 🧮 Our online testing system helps years’ 1 to 6 practice their multiplication skills on their 2 - 12 times tables, as well as allowing teachers to track their progress. Learn more about our product here: https://shorturl.at/gvO34 And read the full article by clicking the link below 👇 #Maths #MathsTeacher #Multiplication #TimesTables #TeachersResources

Standards aligned curriculum that allows misconceptions to become a part of the learning process is necessary.Seeing this strong correlation in our K-6 math and it's exciting to watch. Takes work, but our teachers are rising to the expectation. #ImprovingStudentOutcomes