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Creative and Critical Thinking

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June 5, 2019 Not All Who Wander Are Lost

There’s a bit of wisdom in J.R.R Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring which the hobbit Bilbo shares with his companions, “Not all those who…

May 22, 2019 Slowing Down to Learn More…the PBL Way

Does the crazy pace of today’s 24/7 life ever get to you? At home and at work, we go, go, go. We over-schedule and run…

May 8, 2019 Let's Talk! Practical Strategies for Student Collaboration

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “Many hands make light work.” It’s a reminder that even the most daunting tasks can be accomplished with a…

May 1, 2019 PBL: Getting Started & the Amazing Things You Can Expect

I’m all about tradition—those cherished practices, beliefs, and rituals passed down from one generation to another. Maybe for you that would be dinner together at…

April 24, 2019 More Wonder, Less Fear! Boost Student Curiosity and Risk-Taking in Your Classroom!

If you’ve ever watched The Magic School Bus, you’re probably familiar with Miss Frizzle’s favorite mantra, “Take Chances.” “Make Mistakes.” “Get Messy!” These words represent…

April 17, 2019 Bringing the Field to the Classroom with Becky Schnekser

The mission of the Van Andel Education Institute is to bring hands-on, comprehensive learning to classrooms across the country, while also empowering teachers with the…

March 20, 2019 Blue Apple Teacher Feature: Paul Solarz

The Van Andel Education Institute strives to be a place where teachers of all backgrounds are recognized and empowered. Our Blue Apple Teacher Feature is…

March 6, 2019 Blue Apple Teacher Feature: Edwin Maisonet

The Van Andel Education Institute strives to be a place where teachers of all backgrounds are recognized and empowered. Our Blue Apple Teacher Feature is…