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We often talk about technology (and other initiatives) and quickly acknowledge that not all teachers are at the same place. I am okay with that as long as people are learning. We all know that people learn at different paces and the time to explore, play, and gain a full understanding of initiatives is paramount to learning.
On the other hand, we have students doing standardized testing in Alberta and other provinces. There is little time for play, exploration, or deep understanding. My American friends would tell you that this is a driving force in what happens in education; not necessarily what they believe is right, but still making a huge impact on the way schools are run.
So I am wondering why as adults we recognize that we all learn at different paces, but our students seemingly have to be at the same point at the same time?
Seems like we should try to give our kids the same flexibility that the adults have.
#justsayin
