Reading comprehension depends on content knowledge
A student may be able to decode every single word in an article but still be clueless about the meaning since they know virtually nothing about the subject
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Author: Michael Zwaagstra
Don’t judge historic figures without knowledge of our history
Canadian curriculums fail students when it comes to teaching the content necessary to have informed, intelligent debate
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Breaching the fine line between teaching and brainwashing
Being a teacher means making sure your students are exposed to more than one perspective
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Giving teachers a voice in crafting a better education system
Considering the emphasis placed on critical thinking in schools, it’s ironic that teacher development minimizes debate and emphasizes conformity
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New math doesn’t add up but can something be done?
Saskatchewan’s new education minister wants a back-to-basics approach to math instruction that would give students much-needed skills
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