The smata-note lands in your inbox on Monday in time for morning tea. This week, Bevan picks up an interesting thematic connection he’s heard across schools: many learners are back with increased confidence and enthusiasm.
On Wednesday evening, from 7-8, join the live chat and trade ideas about how to sustain learner confidence and enthusiasm.
Issue #2 of The Smata Bulletin, exclusive to our paid subscribers, is out on Sunday morning! This month:
On the podcast, Rob (ex Apanui School) talks about Maker Space as a uniquely New Zealand practice that emphasises relationships and community
Whispers from the frontier picks up on hints of a shifting educational perspective
Theories of motivation have been on Bevan’s mind
A book about the underground gives Bevan an enjoyable metaphor through which to think about what’s bubbling to the surface and worth saving
Greet from Nukuhou School is this month’s guest writer. She writes about learner agency and what’s worked for her Year 7 and 8s.
Curious? Check out Issue #1, which is available to everyone.