- Dynamic Instruction and Dynamic Schools: Constructivism
This research details the philosophical and rudimentary fundamentals of constructivism. While the theory is referred to by name from time to time, the bulk of the text comments on the learning process in general. Click for a full explanation of the theory and resources to help better understand the concept.
- Small Schools- Providing Children With a Dynamic School Community
"Small schools come as close to being a panacea for America's educational ills as we're likely to get. Smallness is a prerequisite for the climate and culture that we need to develop the habits of heart and mind essential to a democracy. Such a culture emerges from authentic relationships built on face-to-face conversations by people engaged in common work and common work standards." -Deborah W. Meier, Senior Fellow of the Annenberg Institute at Brown University. Click for more information.
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- Technology for Dynamic Schools
Besides the traditional uses for computers, the internet, and software tools, there are progressive, little used implementation ideas.
One of the "hottest" educational technology research and design centers in the world is the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab. The lab is currently working on several projects. One, for instance, involves recreating toys as artificial intelligences. Michael Resnik's team is in full swing, creating such things as "Programmable Bricks." Click for a full overview of the program.
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- Using "external validators" to support and guide Dynamic Schools towards student achievement.
An exciting school program still requires guidance and stewardship to focus on student achivement...such organizations as Middle States Assocation of Secondary Schools can provide tools to set instructional, governance, and curricular objectives. Click for a full overview of the program.
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