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We Weren't Taught To Learn

New Means • 1257 implied HN points • 17 Jun 23
🚌 Education Political theory
  1. Traditional education often focuses on memorization rather than critical thinking.
  2. Learning with others can provide different perspectives and make education more practical and engaging.
  3. Continuous learning, especially in political theory and skills, is crucial for creating meaningful change in society.

Michael D. Smith's False Prophecy for Higher Education

The Recovering Academic • 554 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🚌 Education Higher Ed Teaching Online Learning
  1. Higher education is facing challenges of scarcity in access, instruction, and credentials, leading to market power exploitation by institutions.
  2. The proposed shift towards digital education may widen the class divide in higher education rather than solving existing problems.
  3. The current trend in education, as proposed by Michael D. Smith, risks devaluing PhDs and academic jobs, leading to a potential collapse of the system.
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The evening class institute

Soaring Twenties • 100 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🚌 Education Teaching Methods Literacy Course design
  1. Evening classes can be a mixed bag, with some students really passionate but also a bit much at times. It's important to balance enthusiasm with respect for the class and the teacher.
  2. Some students have a tendency to show off their knowledge or manage the classroom, which can be distracting. Teachers usually know what they're doing, and students should give them space to lead.
  3. Despite some annoying personalities, adult education classes are a great opportunity to learn new skills and meet interesting people. The overall experience can be really rewarding.

CodeChella Madrid 2024

Scott's Substack • 746 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🚌 Education Workshop Training Event Learning Travel
  1. CodeChella Madrid 2024 is a four-day workshop in Madrid focused on diff in diff, featuring various speakers.
  2. The workshop aims to be fun, supportive, and educational, providing practical exercises and hands-on coding experience.
  3. Costs for attending are kept reasonable, with discounted rates for students and faculty, along with affordable hotel options.

The Smith-Rogers Error

So Here’s a Thing • 1219 implied HN points • 04 Mar 23
🚌 Education Learning Strategies
  1. Tricking yourself into learning by finding clever shortcuts can lead to a deeper understanding of the material.
  2. Sometimes unconventional approaches, like creating fictional data with a margin of error, can help in grasping complex subjects.
  3. Discovering personal tricks or strategies to overcome obstacles or resistance can be beneficial in achieving goals and tasks efficiently.

Open Thread 318

Astral Codex Ten • 1858 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🚌 Education Discussion
  1. This post is part of a weekly open thread where users can share and discuss various topics.
  2. Manifold Markets is hosting a prediction market conference called Manifest, scheduled for June 7 to 9th, with early bird tickets available at $499.
  3. Jessica Ocean from the PsychCrisis blog has shared interesting insights on Proposition 1 regarding mental health funding in the California primary.

What does 'equity' mean?

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 140 implied HN points • 14 Nov 24
🚌 Education Equity Learning Teaching Curriculum Access
  1. Schools may prevent advanced students from excelling in their subjects because it is deemed unfair to those who are struggling. This can limit the potential of talented students.
  2. The concept of 'equity' can sometimes be used to excuse practices that are not truly fair or effective. Instead, it can lead to a situation where everyone is held back instead of finding ways to help those who need support.
  3. In professional settings, like medical interviews, virtual options are defended as equitable, but this can make the process less serious and impersonal. The focus should be on genuine fairness instead of just using equity as an excuse.

What I Wish I Knew When I Was In College

Castalia • 879 implied HN points • 02 Dec 23
🚌 Education Writing Tips Personal Growth Life lessons
  1. Everything around you is interesting. If you want to be a writer or creative, take notes on your life and thoughts because they can inspire your work later.
  2. You are enough just as you are. It's important to love yourself for who you are now, not who you hope to become.
  3. Success often comes from confidence. People are attracted to positive energy, so believe in yourself and keep pushing through challenges.

Dropping Out

Comment is Freed • 125 implied HN points • 16 Nov 24
🚌 Education School Policy Parental involvement Mental health
  1. England's schools have greatly improved over the last few decades, becoming some of the best in Europe. This success is partly due to effective policies and the integration of immigrant students.
  2. However, since the pandemic, schools have faced serious challenges with increased behavior issues and poor attendance among students. Many children are missing more classes, leading to worries that they might drop out.
  3. To sustain the progress in school standards, the government needs a focused approach that addresses the interconnected issues of attendance, behavior, and mental health. Otherwise, the gains made in education could be lost.

On the transformative power of teaching first

Rebecca Birch - On Education • 687 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🚌 Education Teaching Methods Student Engagement Learning Strategies
  1. Teaching directly at the start of a lesson can be more effective than starting with questions or exploratory methods.
  2. Using a structured approach like TAPPLE can help teachers ensure students understand the material and reduce workload.
  3. Approaches like TAPPLE can benefit all students, including gifted learners and those with anxiety, by providing clear direction.

Secret Query Tips

Agents and Books • 1139 implied HN points • 21 Sep 23
🚌 Education Writing Tips
  1. Agents may overlook minor details in a query letter if they really like your book.
  2. It's important to include key information about your book in a query, such as title, genre, and word count.
  3. Including your email but not your phone number won't necessarily lead to rejection by agents.

Follow Curiosity

Play Permissionless • 299 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🚌 Education Learning
  1. Following curiosity is key - it leads to better outcomes and energizes you.
  2. Avoid overcomplicating decisions - following curiosity beats elaborate planning.
  3. Excitement guides you in the right direction and fuels your projects.

Feminisation has consequences: I

Not On Your Team, But Always Fair • 1120 implied HN points • 13 Apr 23
🚌 Education Evolutionary Psychology Gender Roles Social Behavior
  1. Human societies have presumptive sex roles that stem from transferring risks away from, and resources to, child-rearing.
  2. Men and women exhibit cognitive and physical dimorphisms due to different reproduction strategies.
  3. The evolution of pair-bonding in humans has shaped societal roles, emphasizing male dominance and the importance of male teams.

The Insidious Lie That We Can’t Understand Each Other

After Babel • 2074 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🚌 Education Philosophy Politics Identity Empathy Solidarity
  1. Identity trap ideologies suggest we can't understand each other, but it's important to challenge this notion.
  2. Standpoint theory emphasizes empathizing with oppressed groups, but it may not effectively guide political action.
  3. To argue against the identity trap, take concerns seriously, show why the ideology may fail, and propose a more noble path forward.

Experiment 1: Daily earnest learning

Public Universal Friend • 19 implied HN points • 02 Sep 24
🚌 Education Learning Self-Improvement Creativity Mastery Mindset
  1. Focusing on learning without distractions can help you improve faster. It's important to set aside time just for practice, away from everyday interruptions.
  2. Having hope while learning makes it more exciting and keeps you motivated. Even if your goals seem unrealistic, believing you can improve is really valuable.
  3. Instead of just learning new things, aim for mastery in what you already know. Realizing that there's always more to learn helps keep your passion alive.

Sensible Diversion #4

Sensible Medicine • 530 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🚌 Education Puzzle
  1. Group 16 words into 4 groups of 4 for a puzzle that will reveal the answer at 4 PM CST.
  2. Subscribe to Sensible Medicine for a 7-day free trial and access to full post archives.
  3. Paid subscribers can sign in to access the content immediately.

Are Great Teachers Born or Made?

Mathworlds • 550 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🚌 Education Teaching AI
  1. Research suggests emergency-hired teachers during COVID may not differ significantly from traditionally licensed teachers.
  2. Education is complex and difficult to measure, making it challenging to understand teacher influence on student learning.
  3. Great teachers may be born, but good teachers can be made through diverse experiences and supportive tools.

Kids Get Schooled on Radical Politics

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1066 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🚌 Education Curriculum Political Ideology Inclusivity Black History
  1. Children at a Brooklyn public elementary school are taught about Black Lives Matter's principles using a coloring book, introducing terms like 'Queer Affirming' and 'Transgender Affirming.'
  2. Some parents are concerned about the political and communist undertones in the educational material, questioning the appropriateness for elementary school students.
  3. The coloring book used by the school focuses on promoting Black Lives Matter's ideology but lacks in teaching specific black historical figures, leading to concerns about presenting controversial ideas as facts.

Early math is not on parents' radar, but it should be

The Bell Ringer • 179 implied HN points • 24 May 24
🚌 Education Parental involvement Teaching Methods Learning Science
  1. Early math education is important but often overlooked by parents. Parents should pay more attention to how foundational math skills set the stage for future learning.
  2. Building a strong math foundation in early years can boost children's confidence. When kids understand basic math concepts, they are more likely to enjoy the subject later.
  3. Parents can engage their kids with simple math activities at home. Everyday experiences can be used to teach and reinforce basic math skills in a fun way.

Seek the desert and hear its voice

Jeff Giesea • 319 implied HN points • 24 Apr 24
🚌 Education Wisdom Technology Philosophy Self-governance Literature
  1. The desert symbolizes a place for deep reflection and self-discovery, helping individuals to gain wisdom. Spending time away from distractions can foster personal growth and understanding.
  2. Wisdom is important for navigating modern challenges, especially with advances in technology like AI. We need to combine technological progress with a focus on wisdom to ensure it serves humanity well.
  3. Institutions that promote wisdom, like Deep Springs College, show how education can blend hard work and learning. Investing in wisdom is crucial for developing future leaders who can guide society.

Notes on Reading: Who Gets What and Why (Part 1)

Nonsense on Stilts • 79 implied HN points • 13 Jul 24
🚌 Education Economics Markets Decision-making Behavioral Science Book Reviews
  1. Matching markets are about people choosing each other rather than just buying and selling. This can include markets for jobs, schools, and even dating.
  2. In these markets, people's choices depend on each other's preferences, which can lead to complex situations. For example, if one person wants to team up with another, their choice might rely on who that second person prefers.
  3. People often lie about their preferences in matching markets to seem more appealing. This can lead to a situation where no one believes what others say, but it's a common behavior to improve chances of getting good matches.

Surveillance Education (w/ Nolan Higdon and Allison Butler) | The Chris Hedges Report

The Chris Hedges Report • 89 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🚌 Education Surveillance Privacy Technology Data Analysis
  1. Technology in schools can invade student privacy. Many tools are designed for safety but can monitor students in ways they might not agree with.
  2. Surveillance tools can discriminate against students of color and those from poor neighborhoods. They often increase the risk of negative consequences for these groups.
  3. The culture of constant monitoring can stifle curiosity and free expression in classrooms, turning them into places where students just comply rather than learn actively.

Luxuriating, Heretical Questions, The Age 30 Crisis

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 1458 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🚌 Education Podcasts Literature Science Health & Wellness Reading
  1. Social media use habits can reveal gender differences, like adding 'o' to 'so' which is a strong predictor of being female.
  2. Verbal intelligence among college graduates has decreased over 40 years, implying a college degree doesn't represent the same verbal ability as before.
  3. The ratio of unmarried men to women varies by age, with more men at younger ages, but fewer men as age increases.

Listen to “The Math Wars”

The Bell Ringer • 139 implied HN points • 07 Jun 24
🚌 Education Math education Teaching Methods Child development
  1. It's important to listen to research about learning methods. Many people have different views on how students learn best.
  2. The debate around teaching math shows how divided opinions can be. Understanding these differences can help improve education.
  3. Podcasts like 'The Disagreement' can be a fun way to explore complex topics. They encourage thinking about different sides of an issue.

Friday Thread: Can a PhD be "just a job"?

The Recovering Academic • 435 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🚌 Education Academia University Jobs Transition
  1. Academia being viewed as a business can help job seekers transition to industry with a new mindset.
  2. The perception of a PhD as 'just a job' and academic institutions as commercial entities is crucial for adapting academic experience to industry expectations.
  3. For many faculty members, especially non-tenure track ones, the idea of a PhD as merely a job no longer aligns due to low pay and challenging work conditions.

How to be a farmer like you mean it

Figs in Winter: New Stoicism and beyond • 530 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🚌 Education Ancient Wisdom Life philosophy Literature Agriculture
  1. Ancient wisdom from farming communities can offer valuable insights on life and work.
  2. Hesiod contrasts the benefits of cultivating land with the destructiveness of war, highlighting the value of peaceful, agricultural pursuits.
  3. Considering a return to nature-based lifestyles, even for city dwellers, can offer a sense of renewal and connection to the earth.

Thoughts Upon A Journey

Glenn’s Substack • 943 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🚌 Education AI Law
  1. The author reflects on taking a break after the semester
  2. The author mentions grading exams for Constitutional Law and Law of Outer Space
  3. Readers can access the full post archives with a 7-day free trial

Take my Infinity final exam!

Infinitely More • 35 implied HN points • 21 Dec 24
🚌 Education Philosophy Mathematics Learning Assessment Critical Thinking
  1. The Cantor-Hume principle connects with Euclid's principle, and there are different views on whether they agree or conflict. It's a topic worth exploring in depth.
  2. Understanding potential and actual infinity is important in calculus, especially when dealing with infinite series. This distinction affects how we solve mathematical problems.
  3. The continuum hypothesis and the axiom of choice raise interesting questions in philosophy and mathematics, showing how these concepts challenge our understanding of infinity and choice.