What counterintuitive lessons can we learn from the meteoric rise of Mindset Theory in education? Why have computers so overwhelmingly failed to become the academic panacea many expected them to be? How can the simple act of assigning grades drive student narcissism and damage teacher professionalism? In this book, brain and behavioural research is combined with respected philosophy in order to place ten widely accepted yet rarely examined aspects of education under the microscope.
Devoured this in a couple of sittings, a thrilling read that brought together great illustrations and analogies for each of its key ideas. For anyone interested in changing education for the better, active around educational leadership or just excited to rethink what we’ve ‘always done’ this is the book for you.
'10 Things Schools Get Wrong' by Jared Cooney Horvath is a thought-provoking and well-researched exploration of education. Having met Jared at a conference in Sydney, I can confirm he’s as knowledgeable and insightful in person as he is in his writing. The book tackles key issues in the education system, providing practical solutions backed by research. Horvath knows what he's talking about and presents his ideas in a way that’s accessible to both educators and parents alike. His ability to break down complex educational challenges and offer concrete strategies is one of the book’s strongest points.
If you're involved in education or simply passionate about improving schools, 10 Things Schools Get Wrong is a must-read. It’s full of actionable insights that challenge conventional thinking and promote a more effective approach to teaching and learning.