Tip #58 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley & Trombly) - Be Open to New Ideas
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly. #58 Be Open to New Ideas It is best to learn as we go, not go as we have learned. ~Leslie Jeanne Sahler Do you ever find yourself thinking or saying to your child, “When I was in school, we used to…”? Do you ever feel frustrated trying to keep up with new terms, philosophies, and methods? While it is true that many aspects of education have changed (some even drastically) over the past few decades, it does not necessarily mean they have gotten worse. There aren’t many occupations that remain static over the years because change usually means growth. In education, we are always striving for growth. The best thing you can do for yourself (your piece of mind) and for your child is to try to stay i...