[ad_1] by TeachThought Staff In the always-changing–recently even more so–landscape of education, the cultivation of creativity is a vital component of learning. Combinig existing ideas into new forms–into new ideas–is a part of creativity. More than just an artistic endeavor, creativity can lead to curiosity, enhances problem-solving capabilities, and can–well-implemented–a deeper, more authentic and nuanced … Read more
[ad_1] by TeachThought Staff Reading is simply a sequence of symbol interpretation. By understanding that letters make sounds, we can blend those sounds together to make whole sounds that symbolize meaning we can all exchange with one another. By mastering the symbols and their most common contexts, reading becomes a practice in thought–less about decoding … Read more
[ad_1] A List Of Free MOOCs For Teachers & Students contributed by TeachThought Staff While the initial surge of enthusiasm for MOOCs in the early 2010s has tapered off, they remain a valuable and widely-used resource for lifelong learning, professional development, and academic enrichment. Let’s take a look at how and why that’s true. 1. … Read more
[ad_1] by TeachThought Staff Understanding how the brain actually learns has been a a scientific challenge for millennia. Based on recent advances in neuroscience and its application to learning, there is an emerging model of how the brain learns and it is unlike anything that was expected. It is suggested that the brain does not … Read more
[ad_1] by TeachThought Staff Self-Directed Learning is not a new concept, but it’s often misunderstood—especially in the context of K-12 classrooms. In a prior reflection, Terry Heick explored the relationship between self-directed learning and the true purpose of education: “The goal of the model isn’t content knowledge (though it should produce that), but rather something closer … Read more
[ad_1] What Is Cognitive Dissonance? A Definition For Teaching Understanding Cognitive Dissonance: A Psychological Framework for Growth and Learning Human beings strive for consistency between their thoughts, beliefs, and actions. When an inconsistency arises—when beliefs and behaviors clash—it creates a sense of discomfort or tension known as cognitive dissonance. This concept, first introduced by … Read more
[ad_1] File this one under unintended consequences of a global trade war. When you start a trade war, or at least threaten one, unexpected things can happen. We already got the sense that mortgage rates don’t like the trade war because of all the uncertainty involved. But there’s another wrinkle to consider here as well, … Read more
[ad_1] A sweeping change took place this morning that blocks non-permanent residents from taking out FHA loans. After conforming loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, they are the most popular loan type available to home buyers today. They also have the most liberal underwriting guidelines, which allow for credit scores as low as … Read more
[ad_1] I’ve seen a lot of posts lately on social media talking about waiting for mortgage rates to drop before buying a home. Or conversely, NOT waiting for mortgage rates to drop before buying a home. The typical argument, when it comes from an interested party, such as a real estate agent or loan officer, … Read more
[ad_1] I’ve been saying for a year or two, maybe longer, that recapture was the next big thing in mortgage. Instead of going out and spending a lot of time and money to acquire new customers, why not just tap into the ones you already have? This is especially true when it’s no longer easy … Read more