Tidbit # 29-Cognitive Dissonance in Education
Cognitive dissonance, a psychological concept introduced by Leon Festinger in 1957, plays a fascinating and valuable role in the context of learning and education. In the realm of schooling, cognitive dissonance in learning is not merely a psychological discomfort but a powerful educational tool. It refers to the cognitive discomfort that arises when individuals encounter […]
Tidbit # 28-Rekindling motivation for learning among teens
Imagine a scenario: Your pre-teen, who has always been an eager learner, has all of a sudden decided that school assignments are uncool. They no longer find joy in the tasks they once embraced and have started to see them as dull and beneath their capabilities. As a parent, teacher, or caregiver, you may be […]
Tidbit # 27-Should gifted students skip grades?
Have you ever wondered, “Should gifted students be able to skip grades?”. Accelerated learning, which involves advancing gifted children through the educational system at a faster pace, can have several benefits for these students. Here are some reasons why acceleration can be beneficial for gifted children: 1. Intellectual Challenge: Acceleration allows gifted children to stay […]
Tidbit #24-Unlocking the Potential of Gifted Learners: Motivation
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Students didn’t learn because they just weren’t motivated”? It’s a common sentiment, but according to M. David Merril, motivation and learning are intertwined in a profound way. Merril suggests that motivation emerges from the act of learning itself, and the greatest motivation arises when individuals are engaged in something […]