There is much talk in the education arena about disruptive innovation. Due to technology, examples of disruption to the status quo abound in the world around us. Just look at what has happened in the music industry when streaming made records and CDs obsolete, in higher education with the advent of MOOCs, in the movie industry with Netflix. Other disruptions also come to mind: Uber, with its challenge to taxi services, Airbnb, with its threat to traditional hotels and travel agents. The list could go on endlessly, as it continues to change seemingly daily.
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Nancy Schulman, Division Head of the Early Learning Center at Avenues: The World School and Ellen Birnbaum, Director of the 92nd Street Y Nursery School
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Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church Sanctuary
921 Madison Avenue
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New York, NY 10021
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Tuesday, September 19, 2017
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Loyola School
980 Park Avenue
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New York, NY 10028
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When my students take tests or quizzes, I like to walk around the room to check on their progress, ensure they understand my questions, and whisper encouragement where it’s needed. I read their body language and watch them respond to the challenge of particularly difficult sections. In these unguarded moments, I see their mindsets laid bare: some attack the assessment with bravado and glee, eager for the challenge. Others come to the page with hesitation and concern, in doubt of their abilities or second-guessing their preparation.