"constructive alignment" blog posts
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 38, the one with the Rubik cube
In Episode 38, our discussion explored lightbulb moments in education, from fostering student confidence through social constructivism to the power of pedagogies of care and kindness. We examined inclusive assessment, digital wellbeing, and the role of language in shaping learning experiences. Our guests shared insights on creating supportive environments where students and educators alike feel valued, capable, and inspired. As always, we wrapped up with our treasure island teaching props, pedagogies, and personal luxury items—this time featuring Rubik’s Cubes, hammocks, and a surprising essential for daily success.
Posted on: 17 February 2025
Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 15 - the one with Winnie-the-Pooh
In Episode 15, our guests’ lightbulb moments included ways of facilitating learning through questioning, good learning design, our boat of treasure island pedagogies/props carries items including bottles of confidence, constructive alignment, De Bono’s thinking hats and characters from Winnie-the-Pooh.
Posted on: 17 December 2021