3-2-1 TUESDAYS WITH MS NIV

Issue #188, 11th February 2024

Can we hack learning and motivation for our students and ourselves as algorithms and AI do in social media? Which aspects of social media can we use in classrooms to motivate our students and make it sticky and ‘addictive’? Streaks, passive-aggressive notifications, fun? bolstering the last bit of internal motivation perhaps…Screen time will not be a bad thing if this is learned on a phone or a tablet right?

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Three images of the week

Two Thoughts of the Week

“A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer.” – Bruce Lee

“The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don’t know. And when I think I know something, I learn something else and realize I was wrong.” – Unknown

One Video of the Week

When technologist Luis von Ahn was building the popular language-learning platform Duolingo, he faced a big problem: Could an app designed to teach you something ever compete with addictive platforms like Instagram and TikTok? He explains how Duolingo harnesses the psychological techniques of social media and mobile games to get you excited to learn — all while spreading access to education across the world.

Guest Expert of the Week

Reading with Ms. Meenu

Read Aloud = JOY!

When you love books as much as I do, you must share them with anyone who will listen. Over the years, I’ve observed the positive effects of read-aloud experiences on children’s attitudes and achievements. Before we go any further, I want to make sure that you clearly understand my stance on the read-aloud experience. First and foremost a read-aloud should be a joyful celebration for all. For you, for your students, and indirectly for the author and illustrator who toiled over each word and every image on and between the book’s covers. 

A picture book is a piece of art created to be cherished and applauded. Right from the start, you should simply READ ALOUD – no questions, no stopping, no after-reading conversations. When your students are having a bad day – read aloud. If you need a break from a tough topic in Math – read aloud. When you just want to have fun with your kids – read aloud. Enjoy the book and the experience!

Happy Reading!

Meenu Gera, Consulting home and school librarian and reading guide.

And Finally…

Dear reader,
I have been a research scientist, a journalist, and an educator for over 3 decades. I read and, I write. With this weekly newsletter, I share what I read, learn, and, experience. At the same time, I engage with students, parents, and teams of teachers across K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and ed-tech organizations.

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