{"title":"David Perkins","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of David Perkins, a renowned author in the field of education and reference. His works are a must-read for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in innovative educational practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Perkins is celebrated for his insightful and accessible writings that explore the dynamics of learning and teaching. He has the unique ability to translate complex educational theories into practical strategies that can be effectively applied in diverse learning environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eFuture Wise\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a groundbreaking exploration of what should be learned in the modern educational landscape. Perkins challenges traditional curriculums and encourages forward-thinking approaches that prepare students for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother significant contribution is \u003cem\u003eMaking Learning Whole\u003c\/em\u003e, where Perkins advocates for a holistic learning process. In this book, he draws parallels to learning a game of baseball, detailing a comprehensive, engaging, and meaningful way to approach education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an aspiring teacher, a seasoned education professional, or simply curious about contemporary educational methods, David Perkins' books offer valuable insights and practical guidance. Dive into his collection and discover the transformative power of learning and teaching.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"future-wise-by-david-perkins-9781118844083","title":"Future Wise","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow to teach big understandings and the ideas that matter most\u003c\/b\u003e  \n\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone has an opinion about education, and teachers face pressures from Common Core content standards, high-stakes testing, and countless other directions. But how do we know what today's learners will \u003ci\u003ereally\u003c\/i\u003e need to know in the future? \u003ci\u003eFuture Wise: Educating Our Children for a Changing World\u003c\/i\u003e is a toolkit for approaching that question with new insight. There is no one answer to the question of what's worth teaching, but with the tools in this book, you'll be one step closer to constructing a curriculum that prepares students for whatever situations they might face in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eK-12 teachers and administrators play a crucial role in building a thriving society. David Perkins, founding member and co-director of Project Zero at Harvard's Graduate School of Education, argues that curriculum is one of the most important elements of making students ready for the world of tomorrow. In \u003ci\u003eFuture Wise\u003c\/i\u003e, you'll learn concepts, curriculum criteria, and techniques for prioritising content so you can guide students toward the big understandings that matter.\u003c\/p\u003e  \n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how learners use knowledge in life after graduation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLearn strategies for teaching critical thinking and addressing big questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdentify top priorities when it comes to disciplines and content areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGain curriculum design skills that make the most of learning across the years of education\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFuture Wise\u003c\/i\u003e presents a brand new framework for thinking about education. Curriculum can be one of the hardest things for teachers and administrators to change, but David Perkins shows that only by reimagining what we teach can we lead students down the road to functional knowledge. \u003ci\u003eFuture Wise\u003c\/i\u003e is the practical guidebook you need to embark on this important quest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46796285968620,"sku":"9781118844083","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/39a464b09668000b774692b5d47f480b.jpg?v=1757141503"},{"product_id":"making-learning-whole-by-david-perkins-9780470633717","title":"Making Learning Whole","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew in Paperback! Make learning more meaningful by teaching the \"whole game.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Perkins, a noted authority on teaching and learning and co-director of Harvard's Project Zero, introduces a practical and research-based framework for teaching. He describes how teaching any subject at any level can be made more effective if students are introduced to the \"whole game,\" rather than isolated pieces of a discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerkins explains how learning academic subjects should be approached like learning baseball or any game, and he demonstrates this with seven principles for making learning whole: from making the game worth playing (emphasising the importance of motivation to sustained learning), to working on the hard parts (the importance of thoughtful practice), to learning how to learn (developing self-managed learners).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVividly explains how to organise learning in ways that allow people to do important things with what they know\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOffers guidelines for transforming education to prepare our youth for success in a rapidly changing world\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFilled with real-world, illustrative examples of the seven principles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of each chapter, Perkins includes \"Wonders of Learning,\" a summary of the key ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46871414276332,"sku":"9780470633717","price":43.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15101723482355.jpg?v=1759879243"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/david-perkins.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}