Book Study Review - Shomento

After reading, and rereading the majority of this book, here are some thoughts:

Ch. 1 - As a parent, I also fall into the theory of get good grades and get a good life! I agree that mindset needs to change and this chapter has really inspired some new research, new thoughts, and new goals as a parent, and as a teacher. I appreciated the information and link to the flat classroom project and the other resources listed at the end of the chapter.

Ch. 2 - While the concept of 20% time is relatively new to me, the Montessori teaching methods are much more well-known. I find it very interesting how the two concepts have so many connections and adapt to modern needs. Again, I appreciate the author's inclusion of real strategies and resources to begin using this in today's classrooms.

Ch. 3 - The main point that I gained from this chapter was the author's statement about how innovation cannot be forced, so we must find time and ways to provide the platform for innovation to develop in the classroom so that our students can transfer innovation beyond the classroom. As educators, we all want our students to have a love for learning. This can truly take place when our students are encouraged to take control of their learning, even when they fail.