
Robert Pondiscio on How the Other Half Learns
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Rethinking Teaching Scalability
This chapter examines the scalability of education, advocating for teaching methods that are accessible to all educators, not just the exceptionally talented. By using the McDonald's model as an analogy, the discussion critiques current teaching complexities and promotes a focus on practical skills over theoretical knowledge. The conversation underscores the importance of fostering supportive teacher-student relationships while challenging misconceptions about inherent teaching talent.
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