Discover why homework may be exacerbating inequities and harming student well-being. Learn more in this compelling piece by Chris McNutt. #restorehumanity Read it here: humanrestorationproject.org/writing/this-i…

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A recent meta-analysis shows that minimizing control (supporting people's autonomy) promotes caring and generosity: tinyurl.com/4ay96z7v.

Two implications:
(1) When our needs are met, we're freed from being preoccupied with them and can be open to helping others...

Looking forward to this conference!

Learn from educators transforming classrooms with human-centered learning. CTRH! 2024 is for K-12 & college educators seeking new practices.
July 22-25, Virtual, Register: humanrestorationproject.org/conference | Sponsorships Available #restorehumanity

2022 was a system reboot... 2023 broke the doom loop... This year is all about turning Vision Into Reality. #restorehumanity

Register: humanrestorationproject.org/conference
Trailer: youtube.com/watch?v=B8gnA8…

July 22-25, Virtual | Sponsorships Available #restorehumanity

Stimpunks was forged in the quest for survival and educational inclusion. We had to roll our own education, because even the “all means all” of public education failed to include us. We’ve learned a lot along the way and present to you Stimpunks Space.

stimpunks.org/space/

'...innovative, conscientious, and responsive models of education – like those put into action by our conference leaders – realize a vision of education that is not merely a means of imparting knowledge, but a catalyst for societal transformation...'

humanrestorationproject.org/writing/confer…

Here's a pretty great conversation about grades, how they work, what they get wrong, and what we can do about them!

- assignments that allow for self-directed and self-paced learning

- grading that is framed as feedback rather than proximity to failure

- richer, more expansive definitions of success & intelligence

- learning that is articulated as self-awareness & transformation

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'Designing Possibility in Schools' explores the transformational potential of educational environments. The piece by Paul Kim argues for a shift from a transactional, dehumanizing school culture to one that fosters full human expression. #restorehumanity

humanrestorationproject.org/writing/design…

All of our previous conference resources: keynotes, learning tracks, events, and more - are available for free on our website! Dive into keynotes by Drs. Henry Giroux, Denisha Jones, Antonia Darder, and more! #restorehumanity

humanrestorationproject.org/conference-col…

Chris had a great time visiting the Agents of Change festival coordinated by Jason Blair

An awesome showcase of young people and educators doing innovative, authentic work in their communities! #restorehumanity

Our AI Handbook critically examines both the benefits and ethical concerns of using AI tools like ChatGPT in classrooms. It's designed to guide educators on using AI to enhance learning without compromising our human values. Download:

humanrestorationproject.org/resources/ai-h…

Writing: A look into how university ties with military contractors influence campus policies and student lives, fueling a cycle of violence and oppression. A must-read for advocates of educational reform and student autonomy.

humanrestorationproject.org/writing/fascis…

#restorehumanity

📣 Calling all educators, students, parents, & community members! It's time to defend the right to #TeachTruth and protect LGBTQ+ rights. Join us in standing against anti-history education bills & the censorship of marginalized voices. Let's make our voices heard! Zinn Ed Project

Exploring the divisive landscape of modern education, Anna Saavedra and Morgan Polikoff uncover significant bipartisan divides in our complexities of education policymaking in our recent podcast:

humanrestorationproject.org/podcasts/how-d…

#restorehumanity

Join us at Conference to Restore Humanity! 2024: Vision Into Reality

Keynotes (Mary Helen Immordino-Yang - CANDLE, Dr. Sawsan Jaber, NBCT, Carla Shalaby, OV ILC) | Full Courses | School Tours

Virtual - July 22-25; discounts available: humanrestorationproject.org/conference #restorehumanity

NEW: In our latest podcast episode, explore the transformative journey of Emma Sisson, from teaching in Tennessee to becoming School Director of The Mission in Transylvania.

humanrestorationproject.org/podcasts/roma-… #satchat #edchat #K12 #education

So many of my students said/wrote that they learned more, and better, in my ungraded class than in their other classes, despite initial skepticism. 'Would anyone actually do any work?' It turned out, they did!

#ungrading

From Tennessee to Transylvania - A preview of tomorrow's Human Restoration Project podcast w/ the director of The Mission School in Sighisoara, Romania that primarily serves marginalized Roma children & families in culturally responsive, equitable, & just ways:

humanrestorationproject.org/podcast