When Should We Avoid Implementing PBL?
Published: 05/07/2026 17:24:18
When Should We Avoid Implementing PBL? Episode Details
If you have followed my blog for any amount of time, you’ll know that I am a huge proponent of project based learning (or PBL for short). I have a PBL hub with articles and resources you can access. I conduct PBL workshops, keynotes, and... The post When Should We Avoid Implementing PBL? appeared first on Spencer Education.
Contextual Thinking is Becoming Vital in the Age of AI
Published: 04/16/2026 22:46:56
Contextual Thinking is Becoming Vital in the Age of AI Episode Details
Authentic learning has always required a connection to a real context. However, in a generative age, where AI cannot “read the room,” contextual thinking has become more important than ever. In this article and podcast episode, I explore the implications of this and share six... The post Contextual Thinking is Becoming Vital in the Age of AI appeared first on Spencer Education.
How to Be Proactive About Classroom Management in PBL
Published: 04/08/2026 04:40:13
How to Be Proactive About Classroom Management in PBL Episode Details
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How to Design AI-Resistant Writing Before, During, and After the Writing Process
Published: 04/02/2026 08:22:51
How to Design AI-Resistant Writing Before, During, and After the Writing Process Episode Details
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The Five Biggest Pitfalls of Collaborative Grouping (And How to Avoid Them)
Published: 03/25/2026 07:41:57
The Five Biggest Pitfalls of Collaborative Grouping (And How to Avoid Them) Episode Details
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The Problem with “They Didn’t Teach Us That in School”
Published: 03/18/2026 18:01:29
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The Power of Silent Discussions for Deeper Collaboration
Published: 02/17/2026 11:31:12
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The Five Biggest Fears that Kept Me from Empowering Students
Published: 02/02/2026 14:39:15
The Five Biggest Fears that Kept Me from Empowering Students Episode Details
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Susan M. Riley on the Power of Creativity in the Age of AI
Published: 01/27/2026 19:08:25
Susan M. Riley on the Power of Creativity in the Age of AI Episode Details
In my latest episode, I talk to Susan M. Riley about what creativity looks like in a generative age. She talks about how it’s changing, why it’s important, and what creative thinking looks like in a K-12 classroom. Listen to the Podcast If you enjoy... The post Susan M. Riley on the Power of Creativity in the Age of AI appeared first on Spencer Education.
The Push and the Pull Needed to Help Students Focus
Published: 01/21/2026 23:51:57
The Push and the Pull Needed to Help Students Focus Episode Details
Focus is no longer our default. It’s not something that tends to happen by accident anymore. In a culture built on notifications, infinite scroll, and instant answers, students need both a pull toward deeper thinking and a push away from the distractions that steal their... The post The Push and the Pull Needed to Help Students Focus appeared first on Spencer Education.