Education Archives

How to Encourage Active-Learning: Methods + Tips

What is active learning? How can you make your students more engaged in the learning process? An active-learning method is where students engage with the material in a meaningful way as opposed to passively memorizing information. When you take on the role of an educator, it’s important to make active learning central to how you educate others so they can be open to new ideas. Here’s why it’s important to encourage active learning as opposed to rote memorization.

Pressures on Students: How Selective Admissions Criteria Harms

Why do so many students feel pressured to be perfect? Are they competing for what matters most? Admissions criteria at elite U.S. schools are so selective that they harm students. In Excellent Sheep, William Deresiewicz argues that highly-selective college admissions criteria put certain pressures on prospective students and enrolled students. The harm even extends past graduation. Keep reading to learn about these pressures on students.

College Admissions Criteria: Why Elite Schools Are So Selective

Why are some college admissions criteria so narrow? Why do elite schools keep their acceptance rates so low? Elite colleges and universities in the U.S. typically accept less than 10% of applicants. In Excellent Sheep, author and former Yale professor William Deresiewicz makes the case that these institutions are so selective that they actually harm students and society. Keep reading for Deresiewicz’s explanation of why elite schools’ admissions criteria are so selective.

How to Choose a College: Prioritizing Quality Education

Are you or your child considering college? What are your priorities? If you’re wondering how to choose a college, conventional wisdom might lead you astray. Prestigious schools might seem to be the way to go. But, not only are they outrageously expensive, they don’t necessarily provide the best education, according to William Deresiewicz. Keep reading to learn Deresiewicz’s advice, along with some tips on how to make the most of a college tour.

Social Inequality in Education: How Elite Schools Are Exclusive

What factors do college admissions teams look at? What effect does this have on social mobility? In Excellent Sheep, William Deresiewicz identifies four factors that elite schools’ admissions teams consider, and he discusses how each factor privileges affluent students. He also explores why this exclusion of non-elite students perpetuates social inequality in education. Read more to understand Deresiewicz’s argument.

What Is a Liberal Arts Education? The Ideal College Experience

What is a liberal arts education? How does it differ from programs that emphasize career development? According to William Deresciewicz, an ideal college experience benefits both individuals and society. He argues that a high-quality college education is a liberal arts program that nurtures students’ self-insight and equips them with the skills to uphold democracy. Continue reading to learn what a liberal arts education is and why Deresciewicz thinks it’s ideal.

The Importance of Asking Questions Anytime, Anywhere

What is the importance of asking questions? Should curiosity be encouraged? According to Francesca Gino’s book Rebel Talent, rebels constantly ask questions and gather information to better understand and connect with the people around them. Asking questions also helps them tap into their creativity and ingenuity. Here’s how asking questions can help you grow as a person.

Why Knowledge Is Important: Reach Your Fullest Potential

Why is knowledge important? Why should you expand your base of knowledge? According to Francesca Gino in her book Rebel Talent, rebels walk into every experience with the goal of learning something from it. They also build on their existing knowledge base, which allows them to realize their greatest potential. Here’s why knowledge is important in your life.

Is Social Movement Theory Pushing Marxist Ideology?

What’s social movement theory? How is it being taught in schools? Is it part of an indoctrination machine—or even worse? Mark Levin believes that the teaching of social movement theory is part of a program of Marxist indoctrination in schools. He argues that it goes as far as encouraging revolution. Keep reading to understand the theory and Levin’s take on it.

Should Critical Race Theory Be Taught in Schools? Levin Says “No”

Should Critical Race Theory be taught in schools? Is the scholarship sound? What are the potential consequences? Mark Levin believes that teaching Critical Race Theory (CRT) in American schools is a bad idea. He explains his reasons for opposing CRT in general—and The 1619 Project specifically—in his book American Marxism. Continue reading to learn Levin’s argument.