Resonance: The Effects of an Engaging Classroom

Day 3 #blog365


Resonance: the quality of a sound that stays loud, clear, and deep for a long time.

Authentic learning, consisting of active, engaging, student-driven instruction are lessons that are not forgotten as students exit the room. They spark further conversations, ignite insightful debate, and create curiosity. These lessons follow students home and when they come back to class they have questions and new ideas, and often inspire us as teachers to dig deeper into the topic. When students see teachers passionate about a topic they see its value. "Learning is not always practical" I tell me students but "A necessary tool for growth and excellence."

I have created a #makerspace, however, it is continuing to develop as students add their interesting items and share them. It is always open for use. Brain breaks, projects, warm-ups, even just tinkering and designing are always an option for students in the maker space. Create a fun place for students to showcase their ideas in a different light, find choice and opportunities to model their mastery of content, and brainstorm new ideas, and students will use it. Students are always looking for possibilities rather than certainty.

Resonance: a quality that makes something personally meaningful or important to someone.

Passion comes from taking various paths until one speaks to you. When the light posts illuminate your road and you feel the smooth surface beneath your feet, you welcome the new idea. You choose to stay on this thoroughfare. Once students own their learning, accept the challenge and set course, they find relevance and make that deep rooted connection. These connections are what drive student curiosity and interest. Ultimately, students find harmony in these resonate moments.

Resonance: a sound or vibration produced in one object that is caused by the sound or vibration produced in another.

A teachers voice, patient, passionate, and personal echoes in a students mind. The vibration of an inspirational, insightful voice is calming, focused, and stirring. It motivates students to wonder what they are ardent about. It leads them to making connections between important things in their lives. They see the bigger picture. #geniushour Is one great way to create a flicker in students so they can explore what makes them think. To design a project based on passion not expectations. 

Students need lessons to resonate with them. Active, authentic, captivating lessons will kindle curiosity that will prompt students to discover new ideas. Learning can not be forced. Learning is a desire to observe and detect new things and incorporate them into your mindset. It is a teachers responsibility to help students cultivate their growth mindset and guide them to the endless revelations that come once you open your eyes and look.